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Hakeem Jeffries
@hakeemjeffries· Democratic · NY· Nov 10, 2026

House Democrats have taken the position that we're not going to give a dime to the administration's violent mass deportation machine.

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Hakeem Jeffries
@hakeemjeffries· Democratic · NY· Nov 10, 2026

The American people clearly and decisively rejected MAGA extremism on Tuesday and voted for dramatic change.

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Thomas Massie
@thomasmassie· Republican · KY· Nov 10, 2026

My effort to impeach Secretary Hegseth is a much gentler version of what's coming when the Democrats assume control of the House and Senate next year.

bbc.co.uk
Thomas Massie
@thomasmassie· Republican · KY· Nov 10, 2026

I'm doing this because it's the right thing to do.

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Thomas Massie
@thomasmassie· Republican · KY· Nov 10, 2026

By engaging in hostilities in Iran for more than 90 days without congressional authorisation, Secretary Hegseth is breaking the law and must be held accountable.

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Suzan DelBene
@suzandelbene· Democratic · WA· Nov 10, 2026

Our victory is not just impressive because of how many seats we gained — although we did gain a lot — what was incredible last night was how far we reached into deep red territory.

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Thomas Massie
@thomasmassie· Republican · KY· Nov 10, 2026

The question is whether he committed impeachable acts. And the answer is yes, eight times.

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Thomas Massie
@thomasmassie· Republican · KY· Nov 10, 2026

What is an impeachment? An impeachment is just firing somebody, really. You don't go to prison. You don't go to jail. You don't pay a fine.

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Thomas Massie
@thomasmassie· Republican · KY· Nov 10, 2026

If the Senate doesn't deal with this before the end of this Senate, they're turning it over to a Democrat Senate who can then have the trials and deal with it.

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Thomas Massie
@thomasmassie· Republican · KY· Nov 10, 2026

Peter Brian Hegseth thus warrants impeachment and trial, removal from office, and disqualification to hold and enjoy any office of honor, trust, or profit under the United States.

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Thomas Massie
@thomasmassie· Republican · KY· Nov 10, 2026

I would like to see him go through the eight articles of impeachment. Just make the argument from a podium. You can use notes. Get the lawyers to help you. Tell us why you are not guilty of each of these eight articles of impeachment.

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Hakeem Jeffries
@hakeemjeffries· Democratic · NY· Nov 10, 2026

Hakeem Jeffries said Monday afternoon he's a "hard yes" on the impeachment resolution, telling reporters Hegseth "abused his power" and is the "architect of the reckless and costly failed war of choice in Iran.

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Jim Jordan
@jimjordan· Republican · OH· Nov 10, 2026

I am battle-tested on the oversight front and I know the Democrats' playbook.

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Jim Jordan
@jimjordan· Republican · OH· Nov 10, 2026

For too long, we have operated without a clear plan to survive the hour or the day in front of us. That will not cut it against an emboldened and energetic Democratic party.

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Chuck Schumer
@chuckschumer· Democratic · NY· Nov 9, 2026Verified

Americans want a government that recognizes and responds to their needs and Democrats are ready to deliver.

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Yassamin Ansari
@yassaminansari· AZ· Nov 9, 2026

Hegseth has demonstrated that he is wholly incompetent. He’s committed what I believe to be war crimes in Iran and the Caribbean and he is ill-equipped for the job.

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Maxine Waters
@maxinewaters· Democratic · CA· Nov 9, 2026

I intend to curb predatory lending and predatory platforms, including prediction markets, so that our constituents keep more of their hard-earned dollars in their pockets.

dailycaller.com
Kevin Cramer
@kevincramer· Republican · ND· Nov 9, 2026

Our success is tied to the ability to build the infrastructure to get our abundant electricity, food, and fuel to market.

dailycaller.com
María Elvira Salazar
@maraelvirasalazar· Republican · FL· Nov 9, 2026

Mr. President, I have said it repeatedly. YOU can bring Republicans and Democrats together to finally fix our broken immigration system.

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María Elvira Salazar
@maraelvirasalazar· Republican · FL· Nov 9, 2026

Immigration is not just border security. It’s about the ECONOMY and AFFORDABILITY: housing, groceries, healthcare, manufacturing.

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María Elvira Salazar
@maraelvirasalazar· Republican · FL· Nov 9, 2026

You said it: Those who have been here for 10 or 15 years: 'Work a deal for them.' That's the core of the Dignity legislation.

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