Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement:

The American people have a constitutional right to peacefully assemble, express themselves and petition the government to redress policy grievances. It is a fundamental principle of our nation and House Democrats will continue to stand behind it. At the same time, anyone who has engaged in unlawful behavior relative to these protests should be held accountable to the fullest extent of the law by the relevant state and local law enforcement authorities.

Donald Trump is apparently deploying hundreds of active-duty Marines to Los Angeles, after threatening the arrest of a sitting Governor, Gavin Newsom. The Trump administration continues to unleash chaos on the American people.

Rubber Stamp Republicans in the House have once again abdicated their constitutional responsibility to stand up to this disturbing power grab. They should be ashamed of themselves.

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