Rep. Pettersen Statement on Impeachment Vote

WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) released the following statement after voting against a motion to table a resolution to impeach President Donald Trump, a procedural vote to prevent the House from considering articles of impeachment. The vote came just days after Trump accused several Democratic Members of Congress of "sedition," a charge that carries the penalty of death under federal law.

"It is unconscionable that the President of the United States called for the execution of my colleagues, including our friend, Congressman Jason Crow. Trump is lawless and unhinged, but even for him, his recent rhetoric is shocking."

"In the past six months alone, he's shown a blatant disregard for our Constitution, our laws, and our democracy, and has even deployed the military to American cities against our own citizens. Now, the president is targeting Members of Congress with threats of violence. All because they reminded military members their duty is to serve this country and our constitution - not one individual - and they can refuse illegal orders."

"The American people are begging their leaders to have the courage to stand up right now. When a president calls for executing elected officials, we must all speak out to defend our country and our freedoms. Trump is unhinged and unwell, and the American people deserve accountability now."