Hello, Friends —
On Tuesday, I led 68 House Republicans in introducing a sense of Congress that authoritatively states that President Trump “did not engage in insurrection or rebellion against the United States, or give aid or comfort to the enemies thereof.” In announcing the legislation, I was joined by 25 of my colleagues to drive home the point that it is clear President Trump did not commit an insurrection. Congress has a unique role in making this declaration, and I was pleased to see Senator JD Vance introduce a companion resolution in the Senate.
I firmly believe that it's not the job of states—and especially not the job of some bureaucrats in Colorado—to make an extraconstitutional decision to disqualify President Trump from the ballot and interfere with the rights of voters to cast their vote for the candidate of their choice. The very experts who often get on television and talk about securing democracy seem to be the first to want to remove a candidate from the ballot because they are afraid he is too popular. It is now time for members of the House and Senate to show where they stand on this question. I, along with the 68 cosponsors resolution, and the former president welcome and expect many more to join us in the coming days and look forward to a floor vote.
Read my full press release here.
AMERICANS WHO BELIEVE IN THE BIBLE AND THE CONSTITUTION ARE BEING TARGETED!
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On Tuesday, I spoke during a Select Subcommittee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government hearing about the threat posed by government-funded research and artificial intelligence being used against Americans who express their values and beliefs online.
If Americans indicated online that the Bible and the Constitution are sacred to them, the National Science Foundation would deem them uniquely susceptible to “misinformation.” The government is funding predictive analytics to go after Americans who don’t think like the so-called expert class.
FIREBRAND EP. 148: SEND THEM BACK! (FEAT. REP. ANDY OGLES)
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On Tuesday’s episode of Firebrand, I was joined by Rep. Andy Ogles to discuss the dead-on-arrival Senate border bill, the impeachment of Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas and his “Send Them Back Act of 2024” to fast-track the biggest deportation of illegal aliens in American history.
REP. GAETZ RESPONDS TO FAILED VOTE TO IMPEACH SECRETARY MAYORKAS
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On Tuesday, I joined “Eric Bolling The Balance” on Newsmax to react to the House voting down a resolution to impeach Secretary Mayorkas. The failed vote is a middle finger to the American people dealing with the surge of illegal aliens in their communities.
I’m doing what I can with the people I have here in Washington right now. The errant expulsion of George Santos and the abject selfishness of Kevin McCarthy contributed to this result as much as the three Republicans who voted “no.”
FIREBRAND EP. 149: BORDERING ON CHAOS (FEAT. REP. ANDY BIGGS)
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On Wednesday's episode of Firebrand, I broadcasted live from the brand-new Rumble Studios in Washington, D.C., where I was joined by Rep. Andy Biggs to discuss the failed vote to impeach Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. My office's Legislative Counsel, John Wilson, also joined the show to talk about the troubling developments in South Africa.
IS AI BEING WEAPONIZED AGAINST FREE SPEECH?
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On Wednesday, I joined “Washington Watch with Tony Perkins” to discuss the Biden administration’s attempt to pressure Amazon into banning books from its platform and the recent House Judiciary Committee hearing on AI censorship.
REP. GAETZ PAYS TRIBUTE TO FIVE FALLEN U.S. MARINES
On Thursday, Ginger and I were deeply saddened to hear about the tragic loss of five U.S. Marines from the February 6th CH-53E helicopter crash in California. We would like to extend our deepest condolences to their families and the 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing community as we honor their dedication and selfless service during this hard time.
May they rest in peace, and may God bless their families.
Read my full statement here.
AROUND THE DISTRICT
RECOGNIZING NORTHWEST FLORIDA’S 2023 TEACHERS OF THE YEAR
It is important to acknowledge our best educators and support professionals who have a profound impact on the cognitive development of our children, which prepares them to be immensely successful in their futures. These professionals have exemplified talent, passion, and an unwavering commitment to quality education. Congratulations on your achievement!
- Escambia County Teacher of the Year – Cassie McGee
- Escambia County Education Support Professional - JoAnn Janes
- Santa Rosa County Teacher of the Year – Christal Bennett
- Santa Rosa County Education Support Professional of the Year – William Hess
- Okaloosa County Teacher of the Year – Amy Bowden
- Okaloosa County Education Support Professional of the Year – Maria Gamboa
- Walton County Teacher of the Year – Heather Stewart
- Walton County Education Support Professional of the Year – Randal Messer
TEAM GAETZ ATTENDS MARGARET FLOWERS CIVIC AWARD BANQUET
On Thursday, my Director of Military Affairs, Austin Bury, attended the Margaret Flowers Civic Award Banquet hosted by the Pensacola Chapter of the Navy League of the United States.
The event at the Bay Center showcased several local service members for their civic work, leadership, and proficiency in rate. Outstanding work to everyone recognized at the event, especially ABE1 (AW/SW) Cindy Islas, USN, for taking home the 40th Margaret Flowers Award!
GAETZ IN THE NEWS
Daily Caller — February 4, 2024
‘An Absolute Non-Starter’: House Republicans Vow To Tank Senate Border Bill
“‘The Senate Amnesty Bill literally would force President Trump to let in illegals well into his term,” Republican Rep. Matt Gaetz of Florida posted. “Any Republican who votes for this is no better than a Democrat!’”
Tampa Free Press — February 6, 2024
Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz Leads Resolution ‘Affirming’ Trump Did Not Engage in Insurrection
“Rep. Matt Gaetz (FL-01) hosted a press conference along with 25 members of Congress following the introduction of a Sense of Congress resolution stating that President Donald Trump did not engage in insurrection.”
Washington Examiner — February 7, 2024
Tensions rise among House Republicans after failed Mayorkas impeachment
“‘The House voting down the resolution to impeach Secretary Mayorkas is a middle finger to the American people,’ said Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL), who led the charge to oust McCarthy. ‘I’m doing what I can with the people I have here in Washington right now. The errant expulsion of George Santos and the abject selfishness of Kevin McCarthy contributed to this result as much as the three Republicans who voted no.’”
Tampa Free Press — February 8, 2024
Rep. Gaetz Of Florida Says Amazon Scandal Shows Dems Want To Quash Dissent And “Control” The Truth
“Rep. Matt Gaetz of Florida said on Wednesday that the scandal now enveloping Amazon about its caving to the Biden administration’s demands to censor books about COVID-19 that White House officials did not like shows that the left’s primary purpose is to ‘control’ the truth.”
WHAT WE’RE READING
Washington Examiner — February 7, 2024
CBO projects $1.6 trillion federal budget deficit in 2024
The Hill — February 9, 2024
Indiana sends National Guard to southern border at Texas’s request
Wall Street Journal — February 9, 2024
Biden’s Age Back in Spotlight After Special Counsel Report, Verbal Flubs
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