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Jordan and Comer Demand DC Mayor Release Docs On RNC Leftist Mob Attacks

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3 years ago

September 2, 2020

Rep. Jim Jordan (R-OH) sent a letter with Rep. James Comer (R-KY) to Washington D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser demanding she release two types of communications and documents: first, any “relating to D.C.’s response, if any, to violent left-wing agitators harassing peaceful individuals,” and second, any investigations on “whether the perpetrators of the recent violence and intimidation…have been paid or otherwise induced to commit these acts.”

The letter cites the intimidation and threats made against RNC guests leaving—specifically Sen. Rand Paul who said the thugs “would have killed us had the police not been there.” It also brings up the mobs that go to various restaurants threatening guests, the fires set, and the assaults on police all done under the Mayor’s watch, and according to the letter, inaction.

🚨 #NEW: @Jim_Jordan & @RepJamesComer send letter to D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser following the unrest observed outside the White House after last week’s Republican National Convention. https://t.co/Y6bchinkl5
— House Judiciary GOP 🇺🇸 (@JudiciaryGOP) September 2, 2020

“Your choice to surrender the streets of D.C. to violent left-wing extremists and agitators so that they can intimidate, coerce, and assault innocent people places at risk all who live, work, and patronize businesses in the District,” the letter says. “Your actions also highlight the wisdom of the Founders to ensure that the seat of the federal government is not beholden to a particular state.”

The two ranking members, Jordan of the Committee on the Judiciary and Comer on the Committee on Oversight and Reform, discuss the violence and actions of the left-wing mobs across the nation’s capital since the beginning of summer and claim Bowser’s inaction is partly to blame.

“By your inaction in response to their mayhem, these left-wing agitators have become emboldened to be even more aggressive and more dangerous. The recent violent confrontations on District streets and in District businesses dramatically underscore this fact,” according to the letter. “You must restore order and peace to the District before the left-wing violent extremism gets further out of hand.”

Reps. Jim Jordan and James Comer sent a letter to DC Mayor Muriel Bowser demanding info on whether city protesters after the RNC, and in front of restaurants were, "paid or otherwise induced to commit these acts of violence by a third party"https://t.co/0hE0gEKjCX
— Chris Cioffi (@ReporterCioffi) September 2, 2020

The request is for documents pertaining to the District’s response to left-wing agitators tormenting peaceful individuals and any investigations into whether these agitators are paid or influenced by a third party.

The request seeks information dating from June 1 to the present and the information is requested by Sep. 16.

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Historic House Vote Expels Rep. George Santos Amidst Scandal

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1 day ago

December 1, 2023

Alexander Carter

In a turn of events, the House of Representatives made history on Friday with a vote to expel Rep. George Santos (R-N.Y.), marking the first such expulsion in over two decades. A moment fraught with gravity unfolded as Speaker Mike Johnson wielded his gavel to formalize Santos’ removal, setting a precedent in congressional annals.

Santos, indicted on 23 counts related to wire fraud, identity theft, and other charges, has not faced conviction but stands accused of misusing campaign funds for opulent purchases. The bipartisan vote, tallying 311 to 114, signaled robust support for expulsion, with a marginally higher number of Republicans opting to retain Santos.

Questions loomed as Speaker Johnson left the chamber, his silence leaving the fate of the ongoing government spending battle uncertain. According to reports from Fox News, Democratic Rep. Steny Hoyer emphasized the non-partisan nature of the decision, asserting that members concluded Santos had tarnished the House’s reputation and was unfit for representation.

Within the GOP, conflicting opinions emerged, with Rep. Darrell Issa arguing against expulsion, citing the presumption of innocence. The tight-lipped stance of the House Ethics Committee played a pivotal role in the deliberations.

Conversely, members of the New York Republican delegation, led by Rep. Marc Molinaro, asserted Santos’ commission of crimes, justifying expulsion based on a comprehensive investigation.

Santos himself predicted the outcome in an exclusive morning interview on “FOX & Friends.” This vote not only underlines the House’s rare use of expulsion powers but also sets a critical precedent in handling members facing severe legal challenges.