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Peters Statement on House Impeachment Vote

Statement

Date: Dec. 18, 2019
Location: Washington, DC
Issues: Constitution Executive Branch Legislative Branch

U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) today released the following statement after the House voted to impeach President Trump:

"I swore an oath to defend the Constitution as an officer in the U.S. Navy Reserve and when I became U.S. Senator -- and I will fulfill my constitutional responsibility in the Senate. Abuse of office and obstruction of Congress are very serious charges that deserve solemn consideration. We must have a fair and non-partisan process, and I will thoroughly evaluate the facts that are presented to the Senate.

"But let me be very clear, my focus on the people of Michigan will remain steadfast -- protecting people with preexisting health conditions and passing legislation to lower prescription drug costs; expanding vocational training programs so everyone has the skills needed for good-paying jobs; and advancing additional efforts to protect the Great Lakes and our drinking water."


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