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Congresswoman Maxine Waters
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Proudly serving the people of California’s 43rd District in Congress. Ranking member of the House Financial Services Committee.
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Congresswoman Maxine Waters @repmaxinewaters.bsky.social · 8h
Listen, Trump, what is this business about not paying Federal workers who have been furloughed? In addition to that, you and your replacement for Elon Musk, Russell Vought, are using the shutdown to fire legitimate federal workers. How the hell do you think the country can be run adequately and safely without employees who get up every day and come to work for the American people? Are you out of your mind? Some of these federal workers voted for you, but now they know that you were lying when you said, “Make America Great Again.” What you were really saying is “I will amass power, because I am a wannabe dictator, like my friends, Putin in Russia, and Kim Jong Un in North Korea!”
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Congresswoman Maxine Waters @repmaxinewaters.bsky.social · 8h
Mr. Speaker, why don't you stop the nonsense of holding up the work of the House of Representatives by not swearing in the legitimately elected representative of the 7th district of Arizona, Adelita Grijalva? Are you that afraid of Trump? If so, I will gather the women of the House to come and hold your hand to give you the strength that you need for you to do your job. Come on, let's get with it!
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Congresswoman Maxine Waters @repmaxinewaters.bsky.social · 2d
I was fortunate to work with one of the greatest civil rights, political, and truly profound religious leaders the world has ever known. Rev. Jesse Jackson's contributions to this country's civil and human rights are immeasurable. Happy birthday, my dear and beloved friend.
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Congresswoman Maxine Waters @repmaxinewaters.bsky.social · 2d
I join with Mrs. Jacqueline Jackson & the entire family of Rev. Jesse Jackson to celebrate his 84th birthday today. He is indeed my dear friend & brother. I will always be grateful to Rev. Jackson for allowing me to play a leadership role in his 1984 & 1988 presidential campaigns. I learned so much.
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Congresswoman Maxine Waters @repmaxinewaters.bsky.social · 2d
Her leadership will always be greatly missed. Rest well, my dear friend, and thank you for all of your contributions to make our country a better place.
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Congresswoman Maxine Waters @repmaxinewaters.bsky.social · 2d
I extend my heartfelt condolences to Congresswoman Carolyn Cheeks Kilpatrick's entire family. Rep. Kilpatrick worked constantly and continuously for her constituents in Detroit, Michigan.
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Congresswoman Maxine Waters @repmaxinewaters.bsky.social · 12d
This morning, Congresswoman Maxine Waters appeared on “The Weekend” at @msnbc.com to discuss efforts to prevent a government shutdown.
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Congresswoman Maxine Waters @repmaxinewaters.bsky.social · 14d
Congresswoman Maxine Waters Blasts Baseless Indictment of James Comey: “Trump is Dragging the United States Down the Dark and Dangerous Path Toward Dictatorship.”
Today, Congresswoman Maxine Waters (CA-43), issued the following statement in response to the Trump Justice Department’s indictment of former FBI Director, James Comey. “The indictment of James Comey is not just another headline. This is a five-alarm fire signaling the collapse of American democracy as we know it. Donald Trump is dragging the United States down the dark and dangerous path toward dictatorship. This indictment is nothing more than payback and retaliation. Let’s be clear about what’s happening: Trump is weaponizing the full force of the federal government to punish his political enemies. When there is no evidence to convict, he manufactures it. When prosecutors refuse to do his bidding by bringing forward baseless charges, he fires them. Just days ago, Trump publicly demanded that the Department of Justice prosecute Comey, declaring that ‘justice must be served, now!’ Just days later, his crooked and spineless Attorney General, Pam Bondi – whose loyalty to Trump runs deeper than her loyalty and allegiance to the oath she took to defend the Constitution – followed his order. We’ve seen this authoritarian playbook before. Including with his attacks against Senator Adam Schiff, but also in Trump’s deranged obsession with New York Attorney General Letitia James, which has led him on a sociopathic pursuit to fabricate charges against her and throw her in prison. When the U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia declined to bring these baseless claims forward against her and Comey, Trump fired him. There are no ifs, ands, or buts – let’s call it what it is: Donald Trump is an authoritarian. He is systematically transforming government into a tool for personal and political revenge on his enemies. Any one of us who opposes him is a target and could be next. In fact, after the indictment of Comey, he’s made clear there will be more to come. Believe him. This is not what American democracy looks like. It’s what Putin’s Russia looks like, or …
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Congresswoman Maxine Waters @repmaxinewaters.bsky.social · 29d
We must do everything in our power to discourage those attempts to destroy us. We shall never forget the horror of that day, and we must always guard against terrorist acts.
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Congresswoman Maxine Waters @repmaxinewaters.bsky.social · 29d
Today, September 11th, is the 24th anniversary of the attack on our country, where four hijacked aircraft, one in Washington, two in New York City, and one in Pennsylvania, were used to commit unspeakable violence against our people. 9/11 was a devastating and horrible occurrence.
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Congresswoman Maxine Waters @repmaxinewaters.bsky.social · 29d
Let us all work together to solve our problems without resorting to violence!
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Congresswoman Maxine Waters @repmaxinewaters.bsky.social · 29d
My deepest and most sincere condolences to the family of Charlie Kirk. The growing and horrible violence that appears to be escalating in this country must stop. No matter your position on any issue or any elected official, no one’s position must include violent solutions.
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Congresswoman Maxine Waters @repmaxinewaters.bsky.social · Sep 1
We must never forget that organized labor continues its struggle for justice, fairness, and the constant fight to increase the minimum wage, especially at the federal level.
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Congresswoman Maxine Waters @repmaxinewaters.bsky.social · Sep 1
The labor movement is responsible for workplace safety, helps protect children from being exploited in the workplace, and is responsible for building the middle class in America.
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Congresswoman Maxine Waters @repmaxinewaters.bsky.social · Sep 1
Today, we honor the pioneers of the labor movement, men and women who put their lives on the line, demanding fair labor practices for the workers who helped to build this country. Because of their sacrifices, we have healthcare, pensions, vacations, and fair working hours.
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Congresswoman Maxine Waters @repmaxinewaters.bsky.social · Aug 15
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Congresswoman Maxine Waters @repmaxinewaters.bsky.social · Aug 14
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Congresswoman Maxine Waters @repmaxinewaters.bsky.social · Aug 14
This damaged human being is pushing our country to the edge. Everyone needs to be aware and not fall victim to his lies, provocations, antics, and tactics. He’s just damn crazy!
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Congresswoman Maxine Waters @repmaxinewaters.bsky.social · Aug 14
This would be dictator is using confrontational tactics to provoke Blacks, Latinos, and others into a standoff. He is just itching to invoke Martial Law, and yes, even push for civil war.
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Congresswoman Maxine Waters @repmaxinewaters.bsky.social · Aug 14
Meanwhile, Trump simultaneously deported Latin Americans illegally and allowed 59 white South Africans into the U.S. without visas or legal processing.
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Congresswoman Maxine Waters @repmaxinewaters.bsky.social · Aug 14
Musk, seeking a battery factory in South Africa, opposes the 30% local participation requirement, which aims to empower historically disadvantaged Black South Africans.
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Congresswoman Maxine Waters @repmaxinewaters.bsky.social · Aug 14
He joined Elon Musk in attacking the South African government, falsely claiming they deny justice to white Afrikaners, rewriting history, and ignoring Black suffering under apartheid.
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Congresswoman Maxine Waters @repmaxinewaters.bsky.social · Aug 14
He has repeatedly targeted Black women, including Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett, TheGrio journalist April Ryan, New York State Attorney General Letitia James, Vice President Kamala Harris, and me.
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Congresswoman Maxine Waters @repmaxinewaters.bsky.social · Aug 14
Trump clearly hates Black people. It shows in his constant attacks on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, his racist assaults on the legacy of John Lewis and his district, and his appalling disparagement of the late Elijah Cummings. He even blamed the devastating Potomac plane crash on “DEI.”
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