Clay Higgins, born on August twenty-four, nineteen sixty-one, is a prominent American politician and reserve law enforcement officer hailing from Louisiana. As a member of the Republican Party, he serves as the U.S. representative for Louisiana's third congressional district, which encompasses significant areas such as Lafayette, Lake Charles, and New Iberia. His political journey took a notable turn when he won the runoff election on December tenth, two thousand sixteen, defeating fellow Republican Scott Angelle.
In addition to his role in Congress, Higgins maintains a law enforcement commission in a reserve capacity with the Louisiana attorney general's office. His commitment to public service is evident not only in his political career but also in his ongoing involvement in law enforcement.
Higgins is known for his association with various groups, including the Three Percenters and the Oath Keepers, and he has publicly identified as a