Friend,

Yesterday, I voted to impeach Donald Trump for inciting insurrection against the U.S. government.

I have no doubt that this is a necessary step to protect our democracy, our Constitution, and our future.

No one disputes the facts: Trump directed his supporters to lay siege to the U.S. Capitol in order to prevent Congress from exercising its constitutional duty and certifying Joe Biden’s clear, decisive victory.

I joined my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to make it absolutely clear: this will not stand in the United States of America.

We will not allow an unhinged President to tear apart the government he’s meant to lead.

We will not allow threats, terror, and violence to deter us from our work.

We will hold these traitors to our nation accountable.

I ran for Congress because I believed in our government’s potential to make a real difference in people’s lives -- to lower prescription drug costs, raise wages, and pass laws that ensure everyone has a fair chance at the pursuit of happiness.

But none of that is possible unless we can trust in democracy and the rule of law.

Last week, I swore an oath to defend the Constitution. Yesterday, I upheld that oath and voted to impeach Donald Trump.

Today, I’m back to work, fighting for a better future for all of us.

Sincerely,

Congresswoman Haley Stevens