Adam Kinzinger
@RepKinzinger
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Serving #IL16 as a Member of Congress & as a pilot in the Air National Guard. Proud to stand up for democracy & truth. #CountryFirst
Channahon, IL
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Thank you, IL-16. Good luck, Kevin. Kinzinger out ✌️
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It’s with a heavy heart I am calling for the sake of our Democracy that the 25th Amendment be invoked. My statement:
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I have visited nations ravaged by civil war.
@realDonaldTrump
I have never imagined such a quote to be repeated by a President. This is beyond repugnant.
....If the Democrats are successful in removing the President from office (which they will never be), it will cause a Civil War like fracture in this Nation from which our Country will never heal.” Pastor Robert Jeffress,
@FoxNews
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I haven’t yet said this publically, but I want to now. On Wednesday I felt literally and real evil as the insurrection went down. It is not something that happens much, but I’ve never felt it stronger than that day. Mass deception.
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The prosecution is compelling. Donald Trump incited and directed the insurrection. He knew what he was doing. I cannot imagine how any Senator could vote against removal.
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Today, I was asked to serve on the bipartisan January 6th Select Committee and I humbly accepted. When duty calls, I will always answer.
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Our work on the
@January6thCmte
has led us to criminally refer Donald Trump to DOJ. We now turn to the criminal justice system to ensure Justice under the law. The American people can ensure he’s never elected again.
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74 million vote Trump. 81 million vote Biden. Biden won by same electoral vote margin Trump won by in his 2016 “landslide.” My district: 65% for Kinzinger, only 56% for Trump. Its clear, Trump lost, to win again we need not embrace him, but move on from him, and NOW.
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The
@FBI
did not rig the election. If you find yourself believing they did, please stop, and say it out loud, and you will realize how silly it sounds.
@realDonaldTrump
simply flooding the zone with baseless conspiracies again.
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Thrilled to introduce Christian Adam Kinzinger to the world! Mom and baby are doing great, and Dad is over the moon!
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No we voted. You were just wrong by like, a huuuuuge margin.
"My concern is that though today, we have the votes to remove Liz Cheney, somehow the Establishment's going to find a way to kick the question, avoid a vote..." -Rep. Gaetz
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I’m embarrassed by some of my Republican colleagues on the floor. They have defaulted to political points for fame and have failed to rise to this moment.
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We have to hold Members accountable who incite or glorify violence, who spread and perpetuate dangerous conspiracies. The failure to do so will take us one step closer to this fantasized violence becoming real.
To be clear, I’ll be voting yes on the Gosar censure resolution.
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No. The military will not be “deployed” to re-run an election. It’s time for this to be shut down, and now. Gen. Flynn has lost his moral authority to be taken seriously, and the GOP needs to stand up to it.
#RestoreOurGOP
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I have no regrets about my decision to uphold my oath of office and defend the Constitution. I will continue to focus my efforts on standing for truth and working to fight the political matrix that’s led us to where we find ourselves today.
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It was a sobering moment to vote in support of impeachment today; to walk over to the U.S. Capitol, our symbol of democracy, and recall the violent insurrection we witnessed here just one week ago. This is not a vote I took lightly, but a vote I took confidently. I'm at peace.
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I’m humbled by this recognition & honored to be named to TIME100 list of influential people for 2021. We need leadership in this country, and I'm at peace with my decisions & the risks that come with standing for what is right. Thank you,
@TIME
.
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Liz has more support now than she did two days ago. She has gained immeasurable respect. Since the discussion is opened though, we may have to also have a discussion about who in our party fomented this, and their roles as ranking members.
GOP Rep. Jim Jordan says he will move to oust Rep. Liz Cheney from her role as House Republican Conference Chair after she announced she will vote to impeach President Trump
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We the people must demand more of our politicians and ourselves. Oaths matter. Character matters. Truth matters. If we do not renew our faith and commitment to these principles, this great experiment of ours, our shining beacon on a hill, will not endure.
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I condemned the violence this summer and worked as a Guardsman to restore order. BUT there is NO equivalency between the terrible destruction then, and an attempt to attack and destroy the very foundation of our freedom and democracy. NONE.
#RestoreOurGOP
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This is why I voted yes. There is no remorse here for her past comments. Just a huge desire to be famous.
I woke up early this morning literally laughing thinking about what a bunch of morons the Democrats (+11) are for giving some one like me free time.
In this Democrat tyrannical government, Conservative Republicans have no say on committees anyway.
Oh this is going to be fun!
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This is sad and I’m sorry this happened. Rep. Newmans daughter is transgender, and this video and tweet represents the hate and fame driven politics of self-promotion at all evil costs. This garbage must end, in order to
#RestoreOurGOP
Our neighbor,
@RepMarieNewman
, wants to pass the so-called "Equality" Act to destroy women’s rights and religious freedoms.
Thought we’d put up ours so she can look at it every time she opens her door 😉🇺🇸
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This didn’t age well.
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As the world watches, we see the Ukrainian Donbas standing. We are connected and we stand with you against Russian tyranny, President Zelensky. Alliances matter. Slava Ukraini.
@ZelenskyyUa
🇺🇦
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I believe there is a huge burden now on Christian leaders, especially those who entertained the conspiracies, to lead the flock back into the truth.
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Sofia & I extend our deepest condolences to the family & loved ones of Officer Hashida. May we never forget his service & sacrifice, or the role he played in protecting our democracy on 1/6.
This tragedy reminds us the importance of accountability & uncovering the whole truth.
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Sen. Cassidy is Country First.
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Some say they love Pres Trump’s “strength” and speech. I promise you he has no strength, just loud words.
@Liz_Cheney
showed strength of conviction... to
#restoreourgop
we must be honest about where we have fallen, and how to return to our roots.
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It’s Memorial Day Weekend and you’re taking a shot at Biden while praising a dictator. This is just plain wrong.
North Korea fired off some small weapons, which disturbed some of my people, and others, but not me. I have confidence that Chairman Kim will keep his promise to me, & also smiled when he called Swampman Joe Biden a low IQ individual, & worse. Perhaps that’s sending me a signal?
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Threats of violence over politics has increased heavily in the last few years. But the darkness has reached new lows. My new interns made this compilation of recent calls they’ve received while serving in my DC office.
WARNING: this video contains foul & graphic language.
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I just.... i mean.... what?
@realDonaldTrump
I thought you were going to defeat ISIS, that is why people voted for you. What changed? This is weakness. America is far more honorable than this.
....Kurds may be releasing some to get us involved. Easily recaptured by Turkey or European Nations from where many came, but they should move quickly. Big sanctions on Turkey coming! Do people really think we should go to war with NATO Member Turkey? Never ending wars will end!
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This is leadership.
This is integrity.
This is Liz Cheney.
And I’m damn proud to support her.
“Remaining silent and ignoring the lie emboldens the liar,” says GOP Rep. Liz Cheney, defiant on the eve of a vote that may determine her political future.
“I will not sit back and watch in silence while others...join the former President’s campaign to undermine our democracy."
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One day I'll watch as you're leaving
'Cause you got tired of my scheming
For the last time
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We never imagined this could happen: an attack, by our own people, fostered and encouraged by those granted power through the very system they sought to overturn. But as I said in my opening remarks, these officers won—they held the line and defended our democracy.
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Uh What? Must have been in a different insurrection than I was.
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America was attacked, and we deserve to know why and how it happened. This moment is bigger than all of us—the future of our country is on the line. And we must be fearless in our pursuit of the truth.
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What we’ve uncovered
@January6thCmte
should concern every American. The truth is not political & the facts are damning. I’d urge my fellow Republicans still in denial to ask themselves how they’d react if a Democrat in the WH did this. It cannot go unchecked.
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Wow. We bombed our own base on purpose, because of the impulsive decision by
@realDonaldTrump
didn’t leave time to evacuate the right way. Is this the America you grew up believing in?
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I support a bipartisan January 6 commission. This should not be about party politics or become a partisan fight. It needs to be focused on truth and accountability.
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Look forward to getting a full accounting of everything that happened in the Trump White House on, before, and after January 6th.
And we’re just getting started.
BREAKING: The Select Committee has issued subpoenas to four individuals with close ties to the former President who were working in or had communications with the White House in the days surrounding the January 6th insurrection. Read More:
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Qanon is a fabrication. This “insider” has predicted so much incorrectly (but people don’t remember PAST predictions) so now has switched to vague generalities. Could be Russian propaganda or a basement dweller. Regardless, no place in Congress for these conspiracies.
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Thank you,
@GretchenCarlson
I’m ok, more sad that someone would be willing to choose a man over family. And sad that it’s happening to so many.
This is happening to families all across America right now. Being disowned, cut off and disparaged ... So so sad. I'm sorry
@RepKinzinger
- Bravery can be lonely.
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It's disgraceful for a sitting Senator to spread disinformation so blatantly. It's a disservice to the people he serves to continue lying to them like this. It's dangerous and it must stop.
Ron Johnson is using his questioning time during the Capitol security hearing to promote a conspiracy theory that the January 6 insurrectionists weren't actually Trump supporters, but were "provocateurs" and "fake Trump protesters"
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You can’t play both sides anymore Governor. Pick Country First or Trump First.
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Mark Meadows’ actions demonstrate his contempt for Congress, for the
@January6thCmte
, for his former colleagues, and for the integrity of the democratic process. His stonewalling forced us to take this action tonight—because no one is above the law.
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As I have said before, we cannot let fear stop us from doing what is right. While I believe an independent bipartisan commission is the best approach, I voted today in support of establishing a Select Committee for January 6th--because the truth matters.
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Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! I’m thankful for my wife, our growing family, and for where I am today. Looking back on the year, I’m grateful to be at peace with my choices, to know my mission, and to stand for truth. Thank you to all who serve and protect this great nation.
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Completely unfounded conspiracy. Just stop. Stop spreading it, stop creating paranoia. It will destroy us.
A lot of interest in this story about Psycho Joe Scarborough. So a young marathon runner just happened to faint in his office, hit her head on his desk, & die? I would think there is a lot more to this story than that? An affair? What about the so-called investigator? Read story!
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Great example: the loudest isn’t always the majority. Way to go Liz!
🚨CHENEY SURVIVES.
61 vote to oust her
145 vote to keep her
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We owe our freedom to the brave men & women who risk their lives defending this great nation. Today and every day, it is the honor of my life to serve alongside them.
To my brothers & sisters — thank you. May God bless you. 🇺🇸
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Dear Left: There won’t be an Iranian “response.” It would be an “escalation” since we responded to continued provocation, after years of it. Iran isn’t the victim here, your fellow Americans are. Stop putting Iran first and put America First. Thanks
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The problem with your
#censurefrenzy
and your 76 million vote figure is that 82 million voted differently and we live in a country that respects that. Thanks for playing though.
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We need to know who organized & paid for the rallies that led to the violent attack on
@uscapitol
, as well as what communication the organizers had with the WH & Congress. The subpoenas issued by
@January6thCmte
this week will help us get answers for the American people.
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Internal monologue: “I want to be President so I decided to try to get POTUS tweet saying I’m great even though I know this isn’t going anywhere, but hey... I’ll blame someone else when it fails.”
Millions of voters concerned about election integrity deserve to be heard. I will object on January 6 on their behalf
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A must read letter from Officer Michael Fanone to Congress on his firsthand experience protecting the Capitol Complex on January 6, 2021.
The attack on the Capitol happened. It cannot be ignored or denied. And the officers on the front lines are heroes.
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We want every vote counted, yes every legal vote (of course). But, if you have legit concerns about fraud present EVIDENCE and take it to court. STOP Spreading debunked misinformation... This is getting insane.
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We can all disagree on the process, and argue merits. But never should we use terms like “lynching” here. The painful scourge in our history has no comparison to politics, and
@realDonaldTrump
should retract this immediately. May God help us to return to a better way.
So some day, if a Democrat becomes President and the Republicans win the House, even by a tiny margin, they can impeach the President, without due process or fairness or any legal rights. All Republicans must remember what they are witnessing here - a lynching. But we will WIN!
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Just to be clear: tomorrow’s hearing has been moved to next week. This change was made to space out the
#January6thHearings
; nothing else. I look forward to leading this hearing and presenting our findings to the American people.
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Ukrainians have shown a willingness & fearless ability to push back against an overwhelming invading force. Russians have shown a willingness to protest the Putin regime’s reckless invasion.
In the words of the fallen Snake Island 🇺🇦 heroes:
Russian warships, go f— yourself.
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All this talk about Jan 6th from
@realDonaldTrump
and other congressional grifters is simply explained: they will raise money and gain followers by blaming everyone else knowing full well they can’t do anything. It’s sad, and an utter scam.
#restoreourgop
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I can stay quiet and take the easy path to re-election, or I can lead without fear. I took an oath, and I owe it to my family, my country, and my God. Here is the truth: (full video click link) via
@YouTube
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Would be nice if
@HawleyMO
would actually put his Presidential ambitions (which will fail) aside for a moment to actually be a grown up Senator, come to terms with what he did, and seek redemption.
#RestoreOurGOP
GOP senators draw criticism for appearing to pay half-hearted attention to impeachment trial
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She has about 40 times the honor of you. Maybe you’re more famous though, which is all you want. Also “yapping to the press” is telling truth, something you should try to your loyal Q base.
The gift that keeps on giving to the Democrats.
First voting to impeach innocent President Trump, then yapping to the press and throwing
@GOPLeader
under the bus, and now a tool as a witness for the Democrats running the circus trial.
The Trump loyal 75 million are watching.
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Absolutely. If you have more information, you must now come forward with it. This is your duty as an American. History is watching. And history judges perfectly
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As I’ve said, if we’re willing to send our young men and women in uniform out to risk their lives for this country, the very least we in Congress can do is be willing to risk our careers to do what’s right. Our democracy is worth saving.
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Amen.
As a Republican, I am ashamed so many in my party actively perpetuated the falsehood of a stolen election and then blamed others for 1/6. And I am even more disheartened so many in my party knew these things were wrong but were too afraid to say otherwise.
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Just stop. This is demented and dangerous. There is no comparison.
I’ve said this before and I’ll say it again: while we cannot stop her from calling herself a Republican, we can and should refuse to let her caucus with the
@HouseGOP
.
Vaccinated employees get a vaccination logo just like the Nazi’s forced Jewish people to wear a gold star.
Vaccine passports & mask mandates create discrimination against unvaxxed people who trust their immune systems to a virus that is 99% survivable.
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We must call out the lies & conspiracies being spewed by those in positions of power & influence.
1) Ray Epps was not & is not an FBI informant. 2) The 2020 election was not stolen; Joe Biden won.
Truth & integrity DOES matter. I just wish more in the GOP would see that.
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And they’re back... because they simply cannot and will not accept reality. Their refusal to admit this is all a hoax speaks volumes about the cult mentality of QAnon. It’s dangerous and damaging to our democracy.
As QAnon predicts Trump reinstatement on March 4, D.C. police prepare for threats
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Denouncing conspiracy theories and advocating for truth should not be a political or partisan approach. It should be the standard.
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Debate issues like adults. See the humanity in people, and treat them as you would like to be treated. We all have to do better, and I will try to do my best to model that,
.
@RepKinzinger
: "Representative Newman's daughter goes through a lot of difficult times. You don't go throw something in her face. These are human beings."
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I deeply disagree with the extreme left & have been disgusted by their tone. I woke up today equally disgusted - chants like “send her back” are ugly, wrong, & would send chills down the spines of our Founding Fathers. This ugliness must end, or we risk our great union.
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The damage being done to the state of our republic and the values we hold dear is unacceptable. We can and must do better for the sake of our democracy, and for the soul of our country.
My full statement here:
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I also want to say, God Bless the Capitol police and DC Metro PD, for fighting like hell... to defend democracy, against those fighting like hell to destroy it.
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Sickened by the news out of Texas. I’m at a loss and my heart is heavy.
This cannot continue to happen. We have to do something; utilizing the resources necessary to thwart these senseless crimes.
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This morning’s terrifying attack on Paul Pelosi by a man obsessed with election conspiracies is a dangerous reality encouraged by some members of my own party.
I’m thankful he will be okay.
This must be condemned by every Member of Congress & candidate. Now.
@SpeakerPelosi
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She is not a Republican. There are many who claim the title of Republican and have nothing in common with our core values. They are RINOS. She is a RINO.
NEW: Marjorie Taylor Greene indicated support for executing prominent Democrats in Facebook comments, videos, and likes in 2018 and 2019
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I know one thing I’m at peace with... I didn’t cause an insurrection that killed 5 including a heroic Capitol Police officer beaten by a “patriot” with a fire extinguisher.
Well
@RepKinzinger
your midterm election should be interesting. You called for the 25th Amendment to be used against
@realDonaldTrump
. I'll be reviewing closely your past voting record as a
@GOP
congressman and tracking from now till you launch your campaign.
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Russia is not our ally; Putin is a murderer. He’s a tyrant who targets freedom-loving people & their elections. He helped Assad kill over 50k children in Syria & tortured activists in Belarus. He sows chaos & acts with impunity across the globe.
I’m rooting for America, always.
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Doing the right thing comes with risk, as we’ve seen a lot in the last year, but I don’t regret a single stand I’ve taken for truth, accountability, democracy.
I wish more of my fellow Republicans would see how important this moment is for America & for future generations.
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You cannot unify a lie with truth. If you pretend like January 6th didn’t happen or if you pretend like the 2020 election was not legitimate, you are at direct odds with the truth. Discussing this & more with
@MeetThePress
now, so be sure to tune in.
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This is simply not true.
We have defeated ISIS in Syria, my only reason for being there during the Trump Presidency.
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This is the sad but successful impact of Russia’s cyber operation that we’ve seen pushed and promoted on conservative outlets. The threat is real and it’s dangerous. Case in point: a sitting US Congressman is echoing Putin propaganda.
Rep. Madison Cawthorn calls Zelensky a “thug,” says Ukrainian government is “incredibly evil”
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Happy to discuss and vote on everyone’s role in this, and from the top down. Liz didn’t attack the Capitol and needs not defend herself. Those like you who sold a lie, do.
How can anyone speak for the
@HouseGOP
with such divided support? The energy in our party is clearly with the 75-million Americans who voted for President Trump, not with the tiny faction that voted to impeach him. I expect there will be a vote on 2/3/21.
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As I said today, we are only here now because these heroes and their fellow officers on the front line were here for us--and this country--on January 6th. Thank you hardly begins to cover it, but we are forever grateful & we will never forget.
Ahead of his testimony at the congressional committee hearing on the Jan. 6 attack, U.S. Capitol Police officer Harry Dunn asked for a moment of silence for his fellow officer Brian Sicknick
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Reminder:
@January6thCmte
will leave no stone unturned in our pursuit of the truth and to ensure full accountability. The former president’s comment about pardons is dangerous and reminds us, yet again, how unfit he is for office.
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I believe
@TexasGOP
should immediately retract this, apologize, and fire Allen West and anyone else associated with this. My guy Abraham Lincoln and the Union soldiers already told you no.
The
@TexasGOP
is out with a statement in the wake of the Supreme Court decision, all but calling for secession:
“Perhaps law-abiding states should bond together and form a Union of states that will abide by the constitution.”
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The vast majority of Americans believe in universal background checks. As a gun owner myself, I firmly support the Second Amendment but I also believe we have to be willing to make some changes for the greater good.
Read my full statement on
#HR8
here:
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This is absolutely appalling. To every member of Congress considering objecting to the election results, you cannot- in light of this- do so with a clean conscience.
#RestoreOurGOP
Audio: Trump berates Ga. secretary of state, urges him to "find" votes
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This name will be one forgotten by next January. Politics for fame is headed out the door, the adults will return.
On Newsmax just now Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene announced she will be “filing articles of impeachment on Joe Biden” on Jan. 21.
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These are quite literally the things that incite insurrections. Four years of programming people with this message. This is also quite literally anti-democracy. Let’s get rid of this “DC for fame” culture that this exemplifies.
President Trump will remain in office.
This Hail Mary attempt to remove him from the White House is an attack on every American who voted for him.
Democrats must be held accountable for the political violence inspired by their rhetoric.
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Next step in the whitewash: “who is this ‘Q’ of which you speak? There is no website!” Deny, plead ignorance, misdirect... is there any question why people are confused? Quit lying, accept reality and use your energy to make us a better country.
#Country1st
#restoreourgop
Tucker Carlson: "We spent all day trying to locate the famous QAnon, which in the end we learned is not even a website. If it's out there, we could not find it"
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Happy Thanksgiving from the Kinzinger family! This year, I’m especially thankful for Sofia and our boy, Christian. I am grateful for all the men & women in uniform who are serving this great nation. God bless you all. Eat the pie.
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