Thirty-one Home Democrats voted in opposition to expelling Consultant George Santos as a result of they worry his expulsion would set a foul precedent if Santos will not be convicted or discovered responsible of ethics violations.
Axios gave the explanation why so many Democrats voted no:
Some Democrats have been involved in regards to the precedent of voting to expel Santos earlier than a conviction or an Ethics Fee report, a number of senior Home Democrats advised Axios.
One Democrat was upset that dozens of their colleagues voted in opposition to the measure, calling it “unreal” and “actually bizarre.”
Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD) defined his no vote:
NEW: Jamie Raskin says about his vote in opposition to evicting George Santos: “I am a structure man.”
Says he’ll “positively vote to deport Santos” if convicted, however “till then it’s a very dangerous path and we should adhere to due course of and the rule of legislation” pic.twitter.com/U71OHIs8oB
— Andrew Solender (@AndrewSolender) November 2, 2023
Provided that this majority within the Home of Representatives is MAGA and is out for revenge in opposition to Democrats, Democrats’ issues in regards to the precedent that might be set in the event that they voted sure have some validity. The present Home majority is attempting to question President Biden with out proof, so their willingness to disregard guidelines and norms has been made very clear.
Expulsions require a two-thirds majority and the brink is excessive as a result of they’re solely supposed for probably the most severe instances. When the Home Ethics Committee delivers its ultimate report, there’ll possible be one other vote on Santos’ expulsion. If the nonpartisan Ethics Fee recommends deportation, Democratic no votes are anticipated to show to sure, with many Republicans becoming a member of in.
Whether or not George Santos is expelled by voters in his district or voted out of the Home of Representatives, his time in Congress will quickly finish.
Jason is the editor-in-chief. He’s additionally a White Home press pool and congressional correspondent for PoliticusUSA. Jason has a bachelor’s diploma in political science. His graduate work centered on public coverage, with a specialization in social reform actions.
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