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Protect Constitution with Vote to Impeach

Floor Speech

Date: Dec. 17, 2019
Location: Washington, DC
Issues: Constitution Executive Branch Legislative Branch

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Ms. UNDERWOOD. Mr. Speaker, our country's Founders created impeachment so that no President could place themselves above the law, a crucial constitutional check of power that ensures our country's security and values are protected against corruption and foreign influence in our elections.

As I have weighed this solemn decision, I have listened to our community, examined important testimony and evidence, and studied the drafted articles.

The President has demonstrated a pattern of corrupt behavior and abused his power for his own personal political gain when he pressured foreign leaders to conduct investigations against political rivals, jeopardizing our country's national security and the integrity of our elections.

The testimony and evidence put forth led me to a clear conclusion: In order to uphold my sworn oath, I must vote to protect the Constitution and will vote in support of the Articles of Impeachment.

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