Arrr, these Republican landlubbers be furious at the 'Squad' Dem's fire alarm shenanigans! It be a crime, me hearties!
2023-09-30
Arr, the House Republicans be raisin' a ruckus, me hearties, as they be furious with Rep. Jamaal Bowman for pullin' the fire alarm in the great Capitol complex! One o' them even be demandin' his expulsion! Walk the plank, says they!
House Republicans are outraged at Rep. Jamaal Bowman's fire alarm-pulling incident, with some even calling for his expulsion from Congress. Bowman pulled the fire alarm while Republicans were voting on a stopgap bill to avert a government shutdown. He claimed that he thought it would open the door instead of setting off the alarm. Bowman explained to reporters that he was just trying to get to his vote but the door that is usually open was closed. The U.S. Capitol Police and the House Administration Committee are investigating the incident, with Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy stating that it warrants further inquiry. McCarthy called the incident "serious" and argued that it should not go without punishment.Other House Republicans also expressed their disapproval, with Rep. Mike Lawler describing the event as "potentially criminal" and suggesting that Bowman should consider resigning. Rep. Nicole Malliotakis went even further and drafted a resolution to expel Bowman from Congress. Bowman, however, dismissed the accusations as "total BS." House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries declined to comment until he sees a video of the incident.
The U.S. Capitol Police confirmed that they are actively investigating the incident, but no further details were provided. The incident has caused controversy and embarrassment, with Republicans calling for consequences for Bowman's actions. It remains to be seen what consequences, if any, will be imposed on the New York Democrat.