Darrell Edward Issa is an American businessman and politician serving as the U.S. representative for California's 48th congressional district. A member of the Republican Party, he previously represented California's 50th congressional district from 2021 to 2023 and the 49th district from 2001 to 2019. Before entering politics, Issa made his fortune as the CEO of Directed Electronics, a company known for developing the Viper car alarm system. He has been recognized as one of the wealthiest members of Congress. Issa is known for his work on government oversight, having served as Chairman of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee from 2011 to 2015, where he led numerous investigations into federal agency operations.