Tonight, in a marathon session of emergency speeches on the Senate Floor by Senate Democrats, Senator Andy Kim delivered remarks condemning President Donald Trump’s unconstitutional directive to prevent taxpayer dollars from reaching the people, families, and communities it belongs to. In his remarks, he called out corrupt attempts by the Trump Administration to take money from working families to provide handouts to billionaires and big corporations, and uplifted New Jerseyans’ fears about the direct harm that the Trump administration’s attempted freeze on federal funding will have on local services and programs. These included, but were not limited to, transportation assistance for veterans, meals for children and seniors, and help for those experiencing homelessness.
Video of Senator Kim’s Full Remarks
Key quotes from Senator Kim’s remarks as prepared include:
“Just yesterday, my office received more than 700 calls asking questions about the Trump Administration’s unconstitutional and brazen decision to take money away from them – to freeze programs that help people in every corner of our state and country.”
“The chaos is just a smokescreen for corruption. It’s quite clear: they want to take your money away from you and give it right to their billionaire donors and corporate interests.”
“Because behind the chaos, there are real victims to this corruption. There are real lives on the line when people are left behind.”
“I know this chaos is unnerving and frightening, the American people can rest assured that we will fight this chaos and focus on what matters most here: protecting you from the blatant corruption that is this Administration’s attempt to take money from our working families and give handouts to those at the very top.”
Senator Kim is a member of the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation; the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs; the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP); the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs; and the Special Committee on Aging. Before being elected to the U.S. Senate, Kim represented New Jersey’s Third Congressional District in the U.S. House and was a career public servant working in national security and diplomacy at the White House, State Department, and Pentagon. Learn more about Senator Kim’s service on behalf of New Jersey here.
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Senator Kim, a prominent figure in the Democratic Party, has recently criticized the Trump Administration for what he describes as ‘chaos and corruption’. In a statement to Insider NJ, Senator Kim expressed his concerns about the current state of affairs in the White House and called for greater transparency and accountability from the President and his administration.
According to Senator Kim, the Trump Administration has been plagued by a series of scandals and controversies that have eroded public trust in the government. From the ongoing investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election to the numerous conflicts of interest involving members of the President’s inner circle, Senator Kim believes that the administration has failed to uphold the principles of integrity and honesty that are essential for a functioning democracy.
In his statement, Senator Kim also highlighted the recent decision by the Trump Administration to revoke security clearances for several former government officials, including former CIA Director John Brennan. This move, which has been widely criticized as an attempt to silence dissenting voices, has raised serious concerns about the administration’s commitment to freedom of speech and the rule of law.
Senator Kim’s criticism of the Trump Administration comes at a time when the President’s approval ratings are at an all-time low and his administration is facing mounting pressure from both Democrats and Republicans to address the numerous controversies that have engulfed his presidency. As a vocal critic of the President, Senator Kim has vowed to continue holding the administration accountable for its actions and pushing for greater transparency and accountability in government.
Overall, Senator Kim’s remarks serve as a stark reminder of the challenges facing the Trump Administration and the importance of upholding democratic values in the face of chaos and corruption. As the 2020 election approaches, it will be crucial for voters to carefully consider these issues and hold their elected officials accountable for their actions.
