Peter King
Peter King is an American politician who served as the U.S. Representative for New York's 2nd congressional district from 1993 to 2021. Born on April 5, 1944, in New York City, King is a member of the Republican Party. Throughout his congressional career, he was known for his focus on national security, particularly in the areas of counterterrorism and homeland security. King was a key advocate for the establishment of the Department of Homeland Security and played a significant role in shaping U.S. counterterrorism policy. He also served as Chairman of the House Homeland Security Committee from 2005 to 2007 and from 2011 to 2013.