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IMPEACHING DONALD JOHN TRUMP, PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES, FOR HIGH CRIMES AND MISDEMEANORS
Pat Fallon (Republican, TX) \u2014 2021-1-13

. Madam , last summer, the antifa and BLM riots swept all over our country. Cities were burned, businesses destroyed, and lives violently stolen. And it wasn't just for an afternoon, like those horrible hours we had on January 6; but rather, they went for weeks and, in some cases, even months. prgtoken So if there is any silver lining in this dark cloud, it is that our friends from across the aisle have come to realize that riots are bad. We conservatives have known this all along. prgtoken This snap impeachment is a sham and it didn't go through the Committee on the Judiciary. It is not even about the President's actual words, but it is about how our ic colleagues want to interpret his words and fashion a particular meaning to them. prgtoken Now, this is just political grandstanding at its worst. The American people desperately want us to move on and tackle the issues and find solutions to them forthwith. prgtoken Madam , let's end this obsession and charade and let's get to work.
SHELDON ADELSON APPRECIATED
Joe Wilson (Republican, SC) \u2014 2021-1-13

. Madam , my wife Roxanne and I will always be appreciative of Sheldon and Miriam Adelson who hosted us on a visit to Israel with a boat ride on a first century replica fishing boat on the Sea of Galilee. I am grateful to serve as a co- chair of the Israel Caucus, Sheldon Adelson was a valued Friend of Israel. prgtoken He is honored by Jonathan Garber of Fox Business with an obituary upon his death and our family extends our deepest sympathy to the Adelson Family. Sheldon Adelson, [Las Vegas Sands CEO] . . . has died following a battle with cancer. He was 87. Adelson was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin's lymphoma in 2019 and recently stepped away from the company to resume his treatment, the company said on Jan 7. `Mr. Adelson was the first employee of Las Vegas Sands-- ``Team Member Number One'' he liked to say. Today, more than 50,000 Sands team members have Dr. Adelson and the entire Adelson family in their thoughts and prayers and are grateful to have had their lives touched by a true force of nature,' according to a statement from Las Vegas Sands. Adelson, who is survived by his wife Dr. Miriam Adelson and five children, had a net worth of $35.6 billion as of Jan. 11, according to Forbes. A funeral will be held in Israel, the birthplace of Miriam Adelson, with plans for a memorial service held in Las Vegas to be announced at a later date, according to the company. He entered the casino business in 1989 when he purchased the Sands Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas for $128 million and is credited with helping transform Las Vegas into the top U.S. destination for conventions and exhibitions. Adelson in 2007 opened Venetian Macao on the Cotai Strip, helping recreate the Las Vegas Strip in an autonomous region of the People's Republic of China. Three years later, he opened the $6 billion Marina Bay Sands resort in Singapore. prgtoken In conclusion, God Bless our Troops and we will never forget September 11th in the Global War on Terrorism.
FEDERAL RISK AND AUTHORIZATION MANAGEMENT PROGRAM AUTHORIZATION ACT OF 2021
Jody B. Hice (Republican, GA) \u2014 2021-1-13

I rise today in support of H.R. 21, the FedRAMP Authorization Act. prgtoken As Ranking Member of the Government Operations Subcommittee, it's my focus to ensure the American taxpayer enjoys the benefit of efficient, effective, user-friendly I.T. systems. prgtoken We all know the appropriate use of cloud computing technologies can help achieve all of those goals, and I thank Subcommittee Chairman Connolly for his work on this legislation. prgtoken As we work to understand and respond to the recently discovered SUNBURST cyberattack, the underlying purpose of the FedRAMP program-- the security of cloud operations--has never been more important. prgtoken But as we also continue to respond to the ongoing pandemic, the demand for constituents and federal employees to interact remotely has never been greater. Thus, the flexibility that comes with cloud technologies has also never been more important. prgtoken I am pleased the FedRAMP authorization includes provisions that will reduce the time required for companies to be certified as FedRAMP compliant at a given agency after they have already been certified elsewhere in the federal government. This provision will go a long way towards giving agencies the cloud-based tools they need in these trying times. prgtoken Codifying FedRAMP is an important step in realizing the savings offered by cloud adoption and the savings offered by a more efficient security authorization process. prgtoken I urge my colleagues to support the bill and look forward to continuing to work to improve government services for the American people.
IMPEACHING DONALD JOHN TRUMP, PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES, FOR HIGH CRIMES AND MISDEMEANORS
Debbie Lesko (Republican, AZ) \u2014 2021-1-13

. Madam , I rise in opposition to the resolution. At a time when our country needs unity, it is concerning that my ic colleagues have chosen to begin impeachment proceedings against a President with just 7 days left in office. All legal challenges have been exhausted. Congress has certified electors over objectors, and will be the next President of the United States. prgtoken President has indicated he will peacefully transfer power to President-elect next week. prgtoken So why pursue impeachment just 1 week before he leaves office? prgtoken I have heard my colleagues on the other side of the aisle say they have to impeach the President because he is too dangerous to stay in power, yet they know that it is impossible for the Senate to remove him before his term expires. prgtoken So what is the point? prgtoken Madam , this move sets a dangerous precedent for our Nation. If Congress is going to impeach a President, it must only be done after intense debate and deliberation, not rushed through in the 11th hour to make a political point. This impeachment attempt is dangerous for our country and has far-reaching implications for our future.
PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION OF H. RES. 24, IMPEACHING DONALD JOHN TRUMP, PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES, FOR HIGH CRIMES AND MISDEMEANORS
Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (Republican, GA) \u2014 2021-1-13

I rise today in opposition to this effort to move forward with impeachment proceedings. prgtoken What happened on Wednesday, January 6, was nothing short of pure anarchy. Those individuals who broke the law should be held accountable for their actions. They should be prosecuted to the highest extent of the law, and they should be put in jail. prgtoken This was one of the saddest days of my life, last Wednesday, Mr. . Our thoughts and our prayers are with the police officers and other law enforcement who carried out their duties on that tragic day, including Officers Sicknick and Liebengood. prgtoken Right now, our focus should be on healing, healing our Nation. With so many upset and dismayed at the actions of last week, it is our responsibility to chart a path forward, to subdue the growing animosity, and to find ways to heal our country. prgtoken Unfortunately, I don't believe this resolution will achieve those goals, especially 7 days ahead of the inauguration. This is a very serious and concerning effort during such a tense and fragile time in our country. prgtoken I urge my colleagues to consider how this would further entrench people during such a tense time. I cannot support this.
IMPEACHING DONALD JOHN TRUMP, PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES, FOR HIGH CRIMES AND MISDEMEANORS
Jenniffer González-Colón (Republican, PR) \u2014 2021-1-13

. Madam , respect for the will of the people, which has been expressed through their votes in a valid democratic process and the peaceful transfer of power between administrations, is the foundation of our Nation. prgtoken Seeing the President incite groups to interrupt that very democratic process, leading them to take the U.S. Capitol by force, where two members of the Capitol Police died in the line of duty, is deeply outrageous. Using force as the mechanism to achieve change or access to power has no place in the constitutional transfer of office. I have never validated that resource to enforce anyone's opinion. All those who perpetrated these acts must be held accountable to the fullest extent of the law, including the President. prgtoken This Nation needs to heal the deep wound created by the acts of domestic terrorism on January 6, where at the end of the day democracy prevailed, Congress continued with the processes in which the Vice President validated the result of the elections in favor of a new administration. prgtoken That healing will come in less than a week with the transfer of power in an orderly and peaceful manner, as mandated by our legal system, but past events have caused many, including myself, to withdraw our trust in this President. prgtoken On past occasions I have rejected the President's conduct, while on other occasions I have recognized the great resources that he helped me bring to the Island in a time of need. In the same way, my priority continues to be defending the interests of the people of Puerto Rico and I will always work with anyone to achieve the betterment of the people I represent. prgtoken I swore to defend the Constitution against all foreign and domestic enemies. The acts of January 6 were an attack on our Constitution, they were acts of sedition perpetrated by domestic terrorists and that is why I join my colleagues from both parties in supporting an impeachment process against the President, even though as a Resident Commissioner I cannot vote in that process. This will serve as an example of the power of our Nation's democracy, where no one, including the President, is above the law.
IMPEACHING DONALD JOHN TRUMP, PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES, FOR HIGH CRIMES AND MISDEMEANORS
Jeff Fortenberry (Republican, NE) \u2014 2021-1-13

. Madam , in his speech and subsequent hesitation to swiftly react to the violence, the President wrongly amplified an emotionally charged environment--emboldening persons predetermined to do violence, adding to a mob frenzy, and overshadowing the important policy work of four years and those who peacefully stood by him. prgtoken Our objective should be this: Restore peace in our country. Restore confidence in our government. Restore decency and decorum. prgtoken In just seven days, will be President. I voted to certify his election. In order to begin the process of healing our nation after this traumatic moment, we must choose wisely. If we use the blunt instrument of impeachment, we will punish the President but deepen the trauma of an America already wracked by political violence. The call for accountability ought now to be found in the hard slog to rebuild. prgtoken I will vote against impeachment.
IMPEACHING DONALD JOHN TRUMP, PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES, FOR HIGH CRIMES AND MISDEMEANORS
Kevin McCarthy (Republican, CA) \u2014 2021-1-13

. Madam , I thank the gentleman for yielding. prgtoken Madam , let me be clear: Last week's violent attack on the Capitol was undemocratic, un-American, and criminal. Violence is never a legitimate form of protest. Freedom of speech and assembly under the Constitution is rooted in nonviolence. Yet the violent mob that descended upon this body was neither peaceful nor democratic. It acted to disrupt Congress' constitutional responsibility. It was also an attack on the people who work in this institution: Members, staff, and the hundreds who work behind the scenes so that we can serve the American people. prgtoken The greatest statesman in the history of our country understood that the most dangerous threat to freedom is lawlessness. A young lawyer named Abraham Lincoln famously said, ``There is no grievance that is a fit object of redress by mob law.'' prgtoken Yet, for several hours last week, mob law tried to interfere with constitutional law. prgtoken Some say the riots were caused by antifa. There is absolutely no evidence of that, and Conservatives should be the first to say so. prgtoken Conservatives also know that the only thing that stops mob violence is to meet it with force rooted in justice and backed by moral courage. Last week, we saw mob violence met by courage, sacrifice, and heroism from the brave men and women who protect this institution every day. But for the bravery of the Capitol Police, the destruction and loss could have been prgtoken much greater. We owe them a tremendous debt of gratitude. prgtoken The loss of Officer Brian Sicknick and Officer Howard Liebengood was tragic and heartbreaking. We mourn their loss, remember their lives, and continue to pray for their families and loved ones. prgtoken The officers of the Capitol Police deserve our eternal thanks. We will never forget the dangers they faced, the determination they showed, or the sacrifices they made. prgtoken Make no mistake, those who are responsible for Wednesday's chaos will be brought to justice, which brings me to today's debate. I believe impeaching the President in such a short timeframe would be a mistake. prgtoken No investigations have been completed. No hearings have been held. What is more, the Senate has confirmed that no trial will begin until after President-elect is sworn in. prgtoken But here is what a vote to impeach would do. A vote to impeach would further divide this Nation. A vote to impeach will further fan the flames of partisan division. prgtoken Most Americans want neither inaction nor retribution. They want durable, bipartisan justice. That path is still available, but it is not the path we are on today. prgtoken That doesn't mean the President is free from fault. The President bears responsibility for Wednesday's attack on Congress by mob rioters. He should have immediately denounced the mob when he saw what was unfolding. prgtoken These facts require immediate action by President : accept his sh
IMPEACHING DONALD JOHN TRUMP, PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES, FOR HIGH CRIMES AND MISDEMEANORS
Andrew S. Clyde (Republican, GA) \u2014 2021-1-13

. Madam , I rise today in opposition to the effort to impeach President . This course of action will only increase dissent and disunity across our country, and it flies in the face of all efforts to heal our Nation. prgtoken Quite simply, it is a shameful final act of political retribution, retribution this President has weathered since day one. prgtoken I have no doubt that those who breached the Capitol will have due process and their day in court. However, there will be no investigation in the people's House into whether the allegation against the President meets the criteria for a crime worthy of impeachment. No evidence was presented. No witness testified. No cross-examination was conducted. No due process was afforded. That sets an extremely dangerous precedent for the future. prgtoken If my ic colleagues were serious in their efforts to get to the truth, they would convene the House Judiciary Committee and investigate, but they are not. prgtoken And so I am proud to stand before you today to defend our President from the injustices my ic colleagues are so giddy to pursue. I oppose this effort to impeach the President and ask all Members of the House to do the same.
PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION OF H. RES. 24, IMPEACHING DONALD JOHN TRUMP, PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES, FOR HIGH CRIMES AND MISDEMEANORS
Nancy Mace (Republican, SC) \u2014 2021-1-13

this is not the reason I wanted to give my first speech in our Chamber, in our hallowed Halls. This is not what I wanted to do in my first week in office. But after the violent events of last week, watching and witnessing how heartbreaking this was, thank God I sent my kids home on Monday morning because I was worried about the rhetoric leading up to the events and to the rally on January 6, the violence that could transpire. prgtoken Not only were our lives in danger but if my kids were here, their lives would have been in danger, too, the two most precious people in my life. prgtoken , the U.S. House of Representatives has every right to impeach the President of the United States. What we are doing today, rushing this impeachment in an hour- or 2-hour-long debate on the floor in this Chamber, bypassing Judiciary, poses great questions about the constitutionality of this process. prgtoken I believe we need to hold the President accountable. I hold him accountable for the events that transpired, for the attack on our Capitol last Wednesday. I also believe we need to hold accountable every single person, even Members of Congress, if they contributed to the violence that transpired here. prgtoken But, today, I am asking my colleagues to remember the words of the legendary, great leader in this country, Dr. Martin Luther King, who once said the time is always right to do what is right. prgtoken If we are serious about healing the division in this country, s and need to acknowledge this is not the first day of violence we have seen. We have seen violence across our country for the last 9 months. We need to recognize, number one, that our words have consequences, that there is violence on both sides of the aisle. We have contributed to it. We need to take responsibility for our words and our actions. We need to acknowledge there is a problem, take responsibility for it, and stop being part of the problem and start being part of the solution. prgtoken God bless every Member in the Chamber today, and God bless the United States of America.
IMPEACHING DONALD JOHN TRUMP, PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES, FOR HIGH CRIMES AND MISDEMEANORS
Scott Perry (Republican, PA) \u2014 2021-1-13

. Madam , what did the know, and what did other legislative leaders know, and when did they know it? Maybe that is a rush to impeach the President so we will never know what legislative leaders here knew. prgtoken The FBI knew about a number of individuals that were planning a war on the Capitol, including killing police officers, and they shared the information. But nothing happened. prgtoken The chief Federal prosecutor in Washington stated he is pursuing conspiracy charges. The fact that IEDs were constructed and placed informs me that there was preplanning for portions of the tragic events last week. prgtoken How does the President incite an attack that was preplanned and already underway before his speech concluded? prgtoken Now, I know my colleagues on the left want America to believe that the President incited a spontaneous riot that they would like to call an insurrection, but the facts are stubborn things, even if you choose to ignore them. prgtoken The truth is the multiple lawless and violent events last summer, including a months-long siege of a Federal courthouse, burning, looting, physical violence in so-called sanctuary cities, more closely fits the definition of insurrection than anything the President said last week.
IMPEACHING DONALD JOHN TRUMP, PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES, FOR HIGH CRIMES AND MISDEMEANORS
Ronny Jackson (Republican, TX) \u2014 2021-1-13

. I rise in opposition to the Article of Impeachment. prgtoken Let me be clear, what happened last Wednesday was a stain on our Nation, and the criminals and the rioters responsible should be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. prgtoken It is clear now more than ever that our country needs to come together, and Congress, this Congress, needs to lead by example and begin the process of healing the deep division that exists among us as Americans. prgtoken The article before us today will not accomplish that. In fact, the sham Article of Impeachment will only serve to further fan the flames of unrest and to appease the radical left's appetite for division. prgtoken We should be focusing on restoring communities devastated by lockdowns, working on America's vaccine rollout, aiding a bipartisan investigation into these attacks, and ensuring election integrity, not impeaching a President who has promised a peaceful transition and who has less than 7 days left in office. prgtoken It is time to focus on the unprecedented challenges we face, and it is time to focus on unity. For these reasons, I urge my colleagues to oppose the Article of Impeachment.
IMPEACHING DONALD JOHN TRUMP, PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES, FOR HIGH CRIMES AND MISDEMEANORS
Jodey C. Arrington (Republican, TX) \u2014 2021-1-13

. Madam , I rise with great sorrow to oppose this second attempt at a baseless impeachment from my colleagues. prgtoken This week's attack on the U.S. Capitol was completely unacceptable, and the people involved should be met with swift accountability. prgtoken The President didn't incite a riot. The President didn't lead an insurrection. There are no high crimes and misdemeanors requisite of an impeachment. prgtoken I am not saying the President didn't exercise poor judgment, but to criminalize political speech by blaming lawless acts on the President's rhetoric is wrong, Madam , and a very dangerous precedent. prgtoken The criminals who stormed the Capitol that day acted on their own volition. They are responsible for their actions. prgtoken This is an important moment, Madam , for our Nation. We have the opportunity to come together and do what is right for our country. The votes are certified; President has conceded. Let's focus on the future and get back to the people's business.
IMPEACHING DONALD JOHN TRUMP, PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES, FOR HIGH CRIMES AND MISDEMEANORS
Dan Newhouse (Republican, WA) \u2014 2021-1-13

. Madam , I thank the gentleman from Ohio for yielding me the time. prgtoken Madam , this is a sad day in our Republic, but not as sad or disheartening as the violence we witnessed in the Capitol last Wednesday. prgtoken We are all responsible. My colleagues are responsible for not condemning rioters this past year, like those who barricaded the doors of the Seattle Police Department and attempted to murder the officers inside. Others, including myself, are responsible for not speaking out sooner, before the President misinformed and inflamed a violent mob who tore down the American flag and brutally beat Capitol Police officers. prgtoken Madam , we must all do better. These Articles of Impeachment are flawed, but I will not use process as an excuse. There is no excuse for President 's actions. prgtoken The President took an oath to defend the Constitution against all enemies, foreign and domestic. Last week, there was a domestic threat at the door of the Capitol, and he did nothing to stop it. prgtoken That is why, with a heavy heart and clear resolve, I will vote ``yes'' on these Articles of Impeachment.