Horsford Statement on Vote to Vacate Office of the Speaker

WASHINGTON - Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) today voted to vacate the office of the Speaker after extremists in the majority party brought the motion to the House floor. He issued the following statement after the vote:

“I take seriously my oath to our Constitution and my duty to my constituents to represent and work for the people.  This is a solemn and sober moment for our country. I stand with my House colleagues to move us beyond this moment of chaos and dysfunction caused by extremist Republicans.

"I will continue to put people over politics, find common ground and deliver for all Nevadans and the people of this country.  

"It’s time to move beyond extremism and draconian cuts that hurt working families and children and instead work together to find responsible solutions that move all Americans forward.

"The American people have had enough. If the Republicans are not ready to govern, they can step aside and allow Democrats to elect Hakeem Jeffries as Speaker, and let us get to work on behalf of the American people."

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