Bennie Thompson actually said...

"And he made public statements that President Trump was not responsible for what occurred."

"The purpose of the conspiracy was to oppose the lawful transfer of presidential power by force."

"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."

"Well, I think there’s some questions of whether we have the authority to do it. We are looking at it. If the authorities are there, there will be no reluctance on our part."