Political Quotes

Summer Lee: “I would think that the exercise of executive privilege so extensively yesterday was an abuse of the rights of this…”

On the recordJune 19, 2019
I would think that the exercise of executive privilege so extensively yesterday was an abuse of the rights of this Congress.
Said by
Summer Lee
Democratic · Pennsylvania

Editor's note · Context

Critique of the extensive use of executive privilege in Congress.

Share

More from Summer Lee

Jun 27, 2026

Workers deserve the freedom to change jobs, seek higher wages, and leave unsafe or exploitative workplaces without being threatened with crushing debt.

markey.senate.gov
Jul 16, 2026

Thousands and thousands of Palestinians have been killed using our tax dollars. This shift in the party is a testament to the movement but it’s still unconscionable for any member of Congress to justify sending any aid to fuel Israel’s…

theguardian.com
Jun 13, 2026

House Republicans handed ICE and CBP billions more while families struggle to afford rent, groceries, childcare, and healthcare.

commondreams.org
Jun 10, 2026

For too long, coal companies have been allowed to walk away from the damage they leave behind, harming the health of our communities and leaving taxpayers with the bill.

penncapital-star.com

Other voices in this conversation