ADVERTISEMENT In a statement responding to the endorsement, Walker said that Cawthorn, who at 25 is the youngest member of Congress and the youngest Republican ever elected to the House, “is a fierce conservative and a proven fighter who will ensure our North Carolina Values are not forgotten in Washington, DC.” Walker added that Cawthorn "is going to be essential in helping our party expand and connect with the next generation of Americans. I am thankful for his endorsement and look forward to joining him in representing the great people of North Carolina in Washington.” Politico first reported the endorsement, which comes after Walker backed Cawthorn in the 2020 Republican primary for North Carolina’s 11th Congressional District over his opponent, Lynda Bennett.