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On the recordJanuary 12, 2021
Let me be clear about something. The violence and the rioting in our Capitol last Wednesday was tragic. It was undemocratic, and it was unacceptable. I unequivocally condemn this criminal behavior that occurred in this building. Our great Nation is deeply divided. Unfortunately, rather than looking forward and working together on issues that actually unite our country, we are here debating a partisan issue, a partisan resolution that will only further divide us. The Constitution is very clear on the issue we are debating. The ability to activate section 4 of the 25th Amendment lies with the Vice President and Cabinet members, Cabinet members who are vetted and confirmed by the Senate. Congress is only drawn in, House Members are only drawn in, when the President disputes a declaration of incapacitation. That is not what is happening here. We should respect that constitutional prerogative. Mr. Speaker, I am also perplexed by my Democrat colleagues' attempt to force the hand of a man that they clearly had faith in to run our country. They must recognize that by calling for the President's immediate resignation, they are also advocating for Vice President Mike Pence to lead our Nation. Therefore, they should have full trust in Vice President Pence's decision-making ability to act in a manner consistent with his constitutional responsibilities, just as he did last week.…
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Guy Reschenthaler
Republican · Pennsylvania
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Jan 12, 2021

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