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Louisiana lawmakers released statements amid the civil unrest and violence in Washington D.C. as protesters, many of whom voiced or displayed support for President Donald Trump, occupied the Capitol today as Congress attempted to certify the results of the 2020 Presidential Election:
“There are people who have violently entered the U.S. Capitol and are attempting to disrupt today’s proceedings,” said U.S. Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.) on Twitter. “This is supposed to be a peaceful transition of power. What they’re doing is absolutely wrong. It is un-American. This is about our country; it’s not about hooligans.”
“The Congressman was present today in the U.S. House Chamber for the Joint Session of Congress. Graves and staff are safe,” reads a statement from the Office of U.S. Rep. Garret Graves (R-La.). “The violence, attacks on law enforcement, and destruction of property we saw today from the mobs is unacceptable, un-American, and they should be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.”
“The Capitol Police have done an extraordinary job keeping us safe. I’m thankful for their heroism,” wrote U.S. Senator John Kennedy (R-La.) on Twitter. “I condemn this violent assault on the democratic process & will not be intimidated by a mob that confuses chaos & destruction with strength & wisdom. I’ll continue to work for LA.”
“United States Capitol Police saved my life. Attacks on law enforcement officers trying to do their jobs are never acceptable. Period,” U.S. Rep. Steve Scalise (R-La.) said on Twitter. “We can passionately protest without being violent.”
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