Gaetz is a true warrior for freedom. Perhaps the best we have in Congress today
Representative Matt Gaetz (R-FL) recently announced his intention to introduce legislation aimed at defunding Special Counsel Jack Smith’s ongoing investigation, which may result in another indictment against former President Donald Trump during a crucial presidential election period. Gaetz firmly believes that the investigation amounts to an attack on democracy and election interference, urging immediate action by the United States Congress.
Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz said he is going to introduce legislation to defund Special Counsel Jack Smith’s investigations into former President Trump. MORE – Newsmax
Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz said he is going to introduce legislation to defund Special Counsel Jack Smith's investigations into former President Trump. MORE: https://t.co/yiR7MEUdRz pic.twitter.com/opfWAheViw
— NEWSMAX (@NEWSMAX) July 20, 2023
Gaetz took to Twitter to share the news and express his determination to put an end to what he perceives as a “witch hunt” against President Trump. He stated that the House of Representatives should take immediate action to defund the special counsel investigation without waiting for the appropriations process or other bureaucratic measures.
This. This right here. Huge kudos to @mattgaetz – you couldn’t have asked for better here. pic.twitter.com/vZfpHIPIih
— Tracy Beanz (@tracybeanz) July 12, 2023
The Florida Congressman contends that the lack of transparency surrounding the special counsel’s team is concerning. He has called on Attorney General Merrick Garland to disclose the individuals comprising the investigative team. Gaetz emphasized that understanding the team’s composition is vital, as it will shed light on their political affiliations, potential biases, and connections to powerful players in Washington D.C.
Drawing parallels to the Mueller investigation, Gaetz asserted that the public’s awareness of the team’s makeup greatly impacted the perception of evidence and legal analysis during that inquiry. He believes the American people deserve the same level of transparency when it comes to Special Counsel Jack Smith’s investigation.
BREAKING: I will be introducing legislation to DEFUND Jack Smith’s witch hunt against President Trump.
They are attacking our democracy and engaging in election interference right now.
The United States Congress has the capability to stop this election interference, and we must… pic.twitter.com/g8ZAc4PAyb
— Rep. Matt Gaetz (@RepMattGaetz) July 18, 2023
However, Gaetz acknowledged that passing the legislation in a Democrat-controlled Senate or obtaining President Joe Biden’s approval is unlikely. Despite this, he firmly believes that citizens have the right to know where their representatives stand on the matter. Gaetz urged his fellow Congress members to co-sponsor his legislation and stand against what he views as an interference in the democratic process.
The Congressman highlighted the significance of the power of the purse, emphasizing that it should not be wielded intermittently but rather consistently to ensure the protection of democratic values and the will of the people. He criticized the Department of Justice’s non-responsiveness to his reasonable requests for information, which he believes every member of the Judiciary Committee is entitled to access.
WATCH: Matt Gaetz Pushes MAJOR New Bill To Defund Special Counsel Jack Smith's Office Ahead Of Trump's Expected Indictmenthttps://t.co/EYs8OgCbRg
— DC Enquirer (@DcEnquirer) July 19, 2023
Gaetz contends that this investigation is not based on any clear evidence or national consensus, but rather seeks to undermine elections and free choice by the vote. He urged action during the appropriations process to avoid funding a government that he believes has turned against the very essence of democratic elections.
To Sum It All Up: Representative Matt Gaetz’s legislation seeks to defund the ongoing special counsel investigation led by Jack Smith, which he perceives as an attack on democracy and a form of election interference. Despite acknowledging the challenges in getting the bill passed, Gaetz remains determined to expose the investigation team’s composition and ensure transparency. His efforts reflect a belief in upholding democratic values and stopping what he considers a threat to the democratic process in the United States.
Major Points:
- Rep. Matt Gaetz plans to introduce legislation to defund Special Counsel Jack Smith’s ongoing investigation.
- Gaetz believes the investigation is a “witch hunt” against former President Donald Trump and amounts to election interference.
- He calls for transparency regarding the special counsel team’s composition and political affiliations.
- Gaetz acknowledges that passing the legislation in a Democrat-controlled Senate or obtaining President Joe Biden’s approval is unlikely but believes citizens deserve to know where their representatives stand on the issue.
- The Congressman emphasizes the importance of wielding the power of the purse consistently to protect democratic values and prevent interference in elections.
Comments – Threads – LInks
- Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., said he is going to introduce legislation to defund special counsel Jack Smith’s investigations into former President Donald Trump. – Newsmax
- “They are attacking our democracy and engaging in election interference.” Rep Matt Gaetz
announced he would introduce a bill “to defund” Special Counsel Jack Smith’s grand jury investigation into Jan6 and efforts to overturn the 2020 election. – Epoch Times
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