The House Committee on Oversight and Accountability, founded in 1816, is chaired in the 119th Congress by Rep. James Comer (R‑KY), with Rep. Robert Garcia (D‑MD) serving as the Ranking Member. The committee has 45 members and is the chief investigative body of the House, examining federal agency operations, government spending, ethics, and potential waste, fraud, or abuse. Its work focuses on ensuring transparency and accountability across the executive branch and the broader federal bureaucracy.