Newly Elected Members Of Congress Head To DC For Orientation

Friday, November 13th 2020, 5:29 pm

By: News 9

WASHINGTON, D.C. -

It's only been 10 days since the election, and already, orientation is underway in Washington for newly elected members of Congress.

Of course, that includes two-term state Sen. Stephanie Bice who will be representing Oklahoma's 5th Congressional District.

News 9/News On 6's Alex has more from our Washington bureau.

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