After hearing Mulvaney's comments, I now believe that
@realDonaldTrump
should be impeached by the US House and face a trial in the US Senate.
This is not a decision I've made lightly, but it's clear now that a line was crossed. This is an abuse of power. Action must be taken.
A block of House Republicans should get together with Democrats to pick a speaker to run a coalition government, which will moderate the House and marginalize the extremists.
Rather than criticizing
@KingJames
, we should be celebrating him for his charity work and efforts to help kids.
By the way, all-around he’s better than Michael Jordan. That’s a fact.
Wouldn’t it be great for America if a block of Republicans and Democrats work together to pick a Speaker to run a coalition-style government? A coalition allows the House to create policy from the middle out rather than the extremes in.
I gave him every chance, but I've come to the conclusion that
@realDonaldTrump
is simply incapable of being a unifier or accepting any personal responsibility.
Americans deserve more -- so much more -- from a President.
Based on what we've seen in the
#January6th
Committee, it's clear to me that as President, Donald Trump tried to overturn the election result. It is both breathtaking and chilling.
Never in my lifetime would I have imagined a President of the United States doing this.
Why does
@realDonaldTrump
continue to attack John McCain, an American hero who served his country his entire adult life and helped save health care for 20 million people?
#disgraceful
I will be speaking at the
#DNC
Convention because I believe that America needs to go in a different direction.
I've searched my conscience and I believe the best way forward is for change - to bring unity where there has been division. And to bring about a healing in America.
Thankfully, today enough Republicans chose country over party. Tomorrow we must redouble our efforts to support candidates worthy of the office they seek.
#TwoPaths
I've long opposed Roy Moore & his divisive viewpoints. The actions described make him unfit for office. The GOP must not support him. He should step aside.
.
@realdonaldtrump
’s contact with China leaves me deeply disturbed especially on top of all the Ukranian developments. All of this demands a full and complete investigation, then let the chips fall where they may.
Appreciate all the encouragement to challenge
@realDonaldTrump
in 2020. Know that while the path looks tough, all of my options are on the table. Like all of you, I want our country to be united, forward looking and problem solving.
#2020
I have a simple message for the
@GOP
members of Congress:
Where are you? Are you hiding under a rock? This is not political. This is our national security we're talking about here.
The intel committees in Congress need to review information. Follow the law!
Good work by Special Counsel Mueller and law enforcement to protect our democracy by bringing charges against Russian nationals working to hack America’s elections. Another example of why his work must continue without interference.
What
@realDonaldTrump
said about Democrat women in Congress is deplorable and beneath the dignity of the office. We all, including Republicans, need to speak out against these kinds of comments that do nothing more than divide us and create deep animosity - maybe even hatred.
We are Americans by the grace of God. It could have been us marching North to save our children. We need to stop putting up walls around ourselves and not understanding the plight of others different than us.
Everyday there’s another shocking revelation that comes out of the president. The idea that he would listen to foreigners give dirt on his opponents is surreal and unacceptable.
FULL STAFF: As American flags across the nation continue to remain at half staff to honor John McCain, the flag on top of the White House has been brought to full staff, less than 48 hours after the senator and war hero's death.
Lay off the sarcasm and the snide remarks about the fact that Paul Pelosi was attacked with a hammer today. There are just some things that should go way beyond politics.
In emotional moment on
@TheView
, Joe Biden consoles Meghan McCain, whose father was diagnosed with same cancer Biden's late son Beau had. "There is hope. And if anybody can make it, your dad [can]."
.
@realDonaldTrump
's behavior described in the
#MuellerReport
is more than disappointing. It’s unacceptable & not behavior we should expect from our president. It's worse than I've seen in my career observing & working with presidents or public officials. America deserves better.
Cuts to autism funding and ending all for
@SpecialOlympics
is outrageous. When I was chair of the House Budget Cmte, we worked to balance the budget & these types of programs were off limits – for good reason. Hope ldrs in DC stop this ridiculous proposal.
The Washington National Cathedral is right, words matter. Proud to see cathedral leadership calling out
@RealDonaldTrump
for his language and behavior.
The politics of fear, hatred and division should have no place in our country or the Republican Party, let alone the Presidency. All Americans should reject this ad and its motives.
Border Patrol Agents are not allowed to properly do their job at the Border because of ridiculous liberal (Democrat) laws like Catch & Release. Getting more dangerous. “Caravans” coming. Republicans must go to Nuclear Option to pass tough laws NOW. NO MORE DACA DEAL!
America was built on the backs of immigrants from around the globe. We must honor that history, not reject it. It starts with respectful rhetoric and signing bipartisan DACA legislation.
.
@JoeBiden
is right. It's an embarrassment for America that
@realDonaldTrump
won't accept his election defeat and that many GOP leaders defend his baseless accusations of fraud.
It just doesn't make any sense. This threatens to turn away even more Republicans from the Party.
BREAKING: The US deficit hit $984 billion in FY2019, Treasury says, marking a nearly 50% increase under Trump.
Trump promised to eliminate federal debt in 8 years. Instead, it has been growing in his tenure
2019: $984bn
2018: $779 bn
2017: $665 bn
2016: $584 bn
2015: $442 bn
It’s time for Republicans to stand up against the president’s absurd and derogatory remarks. We can’t afford to lose the soul of our Party.
#CountryOverParty
It was a real pleasure to spend some time with
@ChrisEvans
talking about the big issues that we're facing as Americans and how we can begin to find solutions together.
More details will be out soon about how you can participate!
#AStartingPoint
This effort by some Republicans in Texas to try and throw out more than 120,000 votes that were cast legally is morally reprehensible. It's a blemish on our party and it's incumbent on other GOP leaders to speak out against this.
#Election2020
A week before the election all voters heard about was the
#caravaninvasion
. Now, all that fear mongering has seemed to cara-vanished. Grateful that voters in our country rejected the politics of fear, hate and division.
A sad and shameful end to the
#G7Summit
with America again standing alone while our allies fill the vacuum of leadership in our absence. "America Alone" is America weakened and is a policy we must challenge.
I've enjoyed working with
@ChrisEvans
and the
@ASP
team to discuss many of our nation's most pressing issues and give the American people the information they need to make their own informed decisions.
#Election2020
If all the sudden you couldn't buy an AR-15, what would you lose? Would you feel your second amendment rights would be eroded? These are the things that have to be looked at and action has to happen.
What's my message to Republicans in DC?
Look in the mirror and think about how you want to be remembered.
There is nothing wrong with telling the truth and sharing your own feelings.
The final House vote was 240-187. Here are the four GOP House members who voted in favor, alongside Rep. Justin Amash, who left the Republican Party earlier this month.
• Rep. Will Hurd
• Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick
• Rep. Fred Upton
• Rep. Susan Brooks
In 2016 when I decided not to endorse Donald Trump, I knew I'd pay a political price with the GOP, but it was the right thing to do for America. Sometimes in life you have to make the hard choices and stand on principle.
The President’s comments were absurd and deserve to be condemned. But don’t let them distract from the important issues at hand. There are 800,000 Dreamers worried if tomorrow will be their last day in America. They need our help.
I can count on just about one hand the number of Republicans who have condemned
@realDonaldTrump
's
#Ukraine
call.
It's totally and completely inappropriate. You've gotta have a comment on this. This is not right. Stand up!
What I'm seeing happening in our nation's capital is an absolute disgrace and it was brought on by demagoguery and lies. It's unbelievable that this could be happening in our precious America. We must learn from this.
America is an idea. It’s not about money. That’s what President
@realDonaldTrump
doesn’t understand. Americans have died for our FREEDOMS, not so a select few can get rich. We need to stand for our values.
There is a solution to the U.S. House Speaker stalemate.
A coalition of Democrats need to partner with Republicans to elect a leader who will marginalize the extremes on both sides and get our Congress governing again. They owe it to the American people.
What’s up with the Trump Administration continuing to attack a 17-year-old whose concerned about the state of our environment? We should be encouraging young people, not disparaging their efforts. How would you like somebody to do that to your kids?
Trump's unwillingness to let go of power led to the January 6th attack on our country, and he's convinced his followers that his election loss wasn't legitimate.
That is so dangerous for the foundations of democracy. We need to help people understand what's really going on.
It's one thing to be against
#impeachment
, but I am amazed that Republicans on Capitol Hill still deny that
@realDonaldTrump
did anything wrong with Ukraine. To ignore reality like this is simply crazy.
Everyone in America wants the southern border to be secure. Yet one more time, the ugly business of politics appears to prevent an agreement that can provide some security for the American people. Politics for personal gain is poisoning our political system.
Today's Republican Party has lost its ideas. What's the plan on the national debt, health care, climate change and many other issues? America needs parties that are full of ideas, not insults, division and rhetoric.
A legitimate question from a first-rate reporter does not deserve an attack. Our leaders at every level need to be patient and reassuring during these difficult times.
Congratulations to our new president,
@JoeBiden
. God bless him and the Administration and God bless America. We wish him and VP
@KamalaHarris
well in uniting and leading our nation.
It is outrageous that we have a president sowing doubt in the institution of voting. It's ridiculous and saying there is widespread voter fraud is completely unfounded. It simply isn't true. What a sad situation for our country.
.
@EmmanuelMacron
is right: “Patriotism is the exact opposite of nationalism..By saying our interests first, who cares about the others, we erase what a nation holds dearest...its moral values."
America was founded as the shining city on the hill. United, we can keep it that way
My family and I join all Ohioans in mourning the death of Annie Glenn. Through 73 years of marriage, she was a woman of grace, warm humor & quiet courage who proved that she too had “the Right Stuff” to become a true American legend. Our deepest sympathies are w/ the Glenn Family
Accusing your political opponents of being "in love with terrorists" is outrageous. All it does is poison the well and prevent our elected leaders from doing the vital business of governing.
Both parties need to knock it off with the name calling and demonizing each other.
We've been through a lot in 2022 and I'm looking forward to an eventful 2023. Let's each commit to doing more to treat others with respect and wish them the best, even when we disagree with them.
Wishing you and your family a Merry Christmas and a blessed New Year!
Proud of
@SenJohnMcCain
for saying what needed to be said. His is a voice that is so important for America.
We must stand up and speak to the world with one voice. Russia is not our ally.
America must get to the bottom of what happened to Jamal Khashoggi. Then we must take action. Human rights are more important than a defense contractor’s bottom line.
It’s hard to imagine that America had a budget surplus 20 years ago. Our nation’s budget is out of control. The consequences of piling debt upon debt threatens our economy and really affects our children and grandchildren’s future. This is a real tragedy.