Ann Kirkpatrick: “I have a responsibility as a Congresswoman, former prosecutor, and American citizen to stand up for the rule of law.…”

“I have a responsibility as a Congresswoman, former prosecutor, and American citizen to stand up for the rule of law. After countless conversations with my constituents, after speaking with legal scholars and experts, after reviewing the Mueller report, and after seeing administration officials defy congressional subpoenas, I have come to the conclusion that the House of Representatives must open an impeachment inquiry on President Donald Trump. Following Mueller's alarming report, it is our job as a Congress to conduct oversight and deliver answers to the American people. Unfortunately, the President has called upon his administration to break the law and ignore our congressional subpoenas. Now we have no choice but to open an impeachment inquiry. This should not be a partisan fight or a debate about election strategy; it is about the rule of law. I know impeachment is risky, but allowing this President to defy the law is even more risky. If we don't act now, our democracy may be threatened for years to come. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Members are reminded to refrain from engaging in personalities toward the President. ____________________”