WASHINGTON (WLNS)—A running post of Michigan lawmakers reacting and sharing their thoughts today as Joe Biden and Kamala Harris take the oath of office, and become the President and Vice President of the United States. Also their reaction to the departure of President Trump, who has officially left the nation’s capital, en route to Florida.
Vice President @KamalaHarris! Yes! So proud to call you a friend and so proud to watch you make history today! https://t.co/wpG36cIMrZ
— Debbie Stabenow (@stabenow) January 20, 2021
“It was such an honor to witness history today as President Biden and Vice President Harris were sworn into office. The peaceful transfer of power is at the core of American democracy. Despite the events of these past weeks, today’s ceremony affirmed that the fabric of our country is strong. I intend to do everything in my power to help the Biden Administration bring our country together, combat the pandemic, get Americans back to work, and strengthen our democracy for our children and grandchildren.”
US Senator Debbie Stabenow
“It was an honor to attend the 59th presidential inauguration today and I am thankful to the men and women of law enforcement and the military who helped ensure this was a safe event,” said Moolenaar. “Congratulations to President Biden, and also to Vice President Harris on her historic swearing-in. I wish them the best as they lead our nation and I look forward to working with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to address the challenges facing our country. As soon as possible, we must defeat the virus, safely re-open the economy, and create a more prosperous nation for all Americans.”
Congressman John Moolenaar
“At this hour, my friends, democracy has prevailed” pic.twitter.com/MuM6JjoVN7
— Jennifer Granholm (@JenGranholm) January 20, 2021
Today marks a new chapter in American history as Joe Biden is sworn in as the United States’ 46th @POTUS. Our nation’s leaders must renew their commitment to working together in a bipartisan fashion to address the challenges facing the American people… pic.twitter.com/LWqFb9IZQw
— Fred Upton #WearYourMask (@RepFredUpton) January 20, 2021
It’s a new day in America.
— Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) January 20, 2021
I’m here today because of the women who came before me. pic.twitter.com/ctB9qGJqqp
— Kamala Harris (@KamalaHarris) January 20, 2021
I look forward to attending today’s inauguration of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris to be our next President and Vice President. This is an important moment for our country, and I look forward to witnessing the very bedrock of our democracy: the peaceful transition of power. pic.twitter.com/4fafwA1kef
— Senator Gary Peters (@SenGaryPeters) January 20, 2021
Fired up and ready for Joe Biden and Kamala Harris to be sworn in! pic.twitter.com/amnucEd3h6
— Senator Gary Peters (@SenGaryPeters) January 20, 2021
We’re ready. #InaugurationDay pic.twitter.com/n4r9MH8p0j
— Gretchen Whitmer (@gretchenwhitmer) January 20, 2021
It’s a beautiful, historic day. pic.twitter.com/y0jM5BOWWk
— Rep. Elissa Slotkin (@RepSlotkin) January 20, 2021
I ran into two members of the Michigan-1 Disaster Medical Assistance Team, who are here to provide special assistance during today’s #Inauguration. Thank you for your service! pic.twitter.com/3pdTvMmFvX
— Rep. Elissa Slotkin (@RepSlotkin) January 20, 2021
Today I joined 16 colleagues in a letter to President Biden expressing willingness to work together on:
— Rep. Peter Meijer (@RepMeijer) January 20, 2021
-extending COVID relief
-protecting pre-existing conditions
-infrastructure modernization
-economic revitalization
The American people deserve more than reflexive partisanship. pic.twitter.com/EYH4Itey38
Ready for 46. #InaugurationDay pic.twitter.com/dhSt0kUGfW
— Rep. Dan Kildee (@RepDanKildee) January 20, 2021
Today’s the day! I’m beyond excited to attend the inauguration of @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris. It’s time to build back better and heal our country!
— Sen. Debbie Stabenow (@SenStabenow) January 20, 2021
Congratulations to my friend, President @JoeBiden! This is your time. pic.twitter.com/LXzxGnBAfz
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) January 20, 2021
Good Morning, Michigan!
— Garlin Gilchrist II (@LtGovGilchrist) January 20, 2021
It truly is a new day in America. Today begins our nation’s healing process. It’s on all of us to carry forward the light of democracy. #StandTALL #InaugurationDay pic.twitter.com/UZ340ar3Fx
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