The fact is that I've always been interested in politics and public service. I enjoy it and I think it's important and I believe in it. And I've been fortunate to be here when the opportunity has presented itself.

S. S. He was convicted on seven of the charges after pleading guilty as part of a plea-bargain deal.

On the Homeland Security Committee Meehan chairs the Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and Intelligence. Congressman Meehan sits on the Transportation and Infrastructure Oversight and Government Reform and Homeland Security Committees.