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Members of Congress are confronting private security blocking their access to the Department of Education. They question whether the security personnel were instructed to prevent them from entering. The Congress members emphasize their roles as elected representatives advocating for children, particularly those with disabilities, and express frustration over the lack of transparency and access. They highlight the contradiction of allowing billionaires into the building while denying entry to lawmakers. The situation escalates as they assert their right to advocate for the public and demand accountability from those in charge. The Congress members stress that they are not a threat and are simply trying to fulfill their responsibilities.

The speaker claims that on January 6th, there was violence against the constitution, Congress, and the U.S. Capitol. They allege that they begged the President of the United States to send in the National Guard, but he refused. The speaker further claims that the president would not send in the National Guard when law enforcement people were being harmed, some of whom later died. They assert this inaction occurred during an insurrection that the president incited, which caused damage to those assigned to protect the capital and the constitution and to accept the results of the electoral college.

I have a duty to be here, representing 200,000 people from Northwest Georgia who elected me. Your actions are hindering my ability to fulfill that obligation and show a complete disregard for the Constitution.

A United States senator, the son of Mexican immigrants, was violently driven to his knees for being disrespectful. This should offend the conscience of the country. If Senator Alex Padilla can be forcibly made to kneel before the executive, when does it stop? What does this say to other Americans who want to speak up, exercise their constitutional duty, or peacefully protest? What does it say to other Americans from humble backgrounds who know poverty? If a United States senator can be violently handcuffed after identifying himself, what message does it send? Every member of the body should object to this treatment, regardless of political affiliation. Driving a man to his knees in the United States of America is wrong. This is a test and a crossroads that will define the character of this body.

We're members of Congress, here at the Department of Education, and we're being denied entry. The doors are locked, and a private security contractor is blocking our access. We showed our IDs; this is our job, and we have oversight responsibilities. We're not a threat; we're trying to request a meeting. This lack of transparency is unacceptable. The administration claims to be open, yet they won't even let us into their own building. This isn't right; we represent the people, and we demand access. They've even called Homeland Security. This building is a public institution; we pay for this building and its employees. This contractor, who isn't even a federal employee, is blocking us without a good reason. This is outrageous.

Stop! This has gone too far. I have a duty to be in this room, representing 200,000 people from Northwest Georgia who elected me to be here today.

Up an American flag. It's my constitution. If you continue, I will have to forfeit your time. You have the right to dance, but if you get sued, you will lose. You should seek a second opinion because you are wrong. Your actions have led to a forfeiture of your position. Shame on you for continuing after your time was up and after being asked to stop. There’s no reason to remove me; I’m not interfering. I have the right to be here. A recess has been called for 5 minutes. Are you ejecting him from the meeting?

My rights as a journalist are being violated at the US Capitol. I'm trying to film the arrest of a Christian on May 21, 2024. The persecution of Christians under the Biden administration is out of control.

The speaker thanks Congressman Gomez and associates themselves with previous remarks. They state the president said he can't send in the National Guard without the governor's agreement, but also questioned if he has to obey the Constitution. They urge everyone to read Article 10, which states the National Guard cannot be called up by the president without the governor's consent, which is the basis of California's lawsuit. The speaker claims people are being deported for obeying the law by reporting in regularly while awaiting resolution of their immigration status. They believe this is a distraction. They caution that anarchists exploit large gatherings. The speaker notes that after the January 6th violence, the president refused to send in the National Guard despite requests, and now, in a "contra constitutional way," he has sent the National Guard into California. They find his actions inconsistent and a violation of the Constitution.

We need more people like you in Washington, not the current politicians. Many Republicans missed the chance in 2022. I'm willing to go to prison to defend the constitutional separation of powers. This case could set a precedent on whether Congress can use subpoena power against a president. Executive privilege is crucial for presidents to receive confidential advice. The J Six committee is undermining this privilege. If I lose my appeal, executive privilege will be weakened. A president needs the ability to act on both sides.

I’ve just been informed that I’m being removed from my committees. Last week, I introduced a bill to eliminate sanctuary state protections for pedophiles in California, which the Democrats opposed. They cut off my microphone, and now the speaker of the state assembly has removed me from my committee. However, I see this as a badge of honor. It signifies that I’m doing the right thing by advocating for the people of this state and protecting children from being victimized by illegal immigrants. I’m ready for whatever comes next.

Speaker 1 states they are waiting to punch someone and will be happy to go to jail for it. Speaker 1 says, "We're trespassing when the cat will go." Speaker 0 says Speaker 1 said she has been trespassing on the Capitol. Speaker 1 repeats they are waiting to punch someone. Speaker 0 says that if Speaker 1 has been waiting for this, why did she deny Donald Trump's request? Speaker 0 claims it wasn't just negligence in forgetting the request, but that she denied the sergeant at arms from supplying the request.

Members of Congress are being denied entry to the Department of Education by a private security contractor. They express frustration over being blocked from accessing a public building, emphasizing their role in advocating for constituents, especially children with disabilities. They question the authority of the security personnel, pointing out that they are elected representatives with oversight responsibilities. The situation escalates as they highlight a lack of transparency and accountability, criticizing the administration for locking them out while allowing billionaires access. They demand to be let in to discuss important issues affecting education and student loans, asserting that their inability to enter is a significant problem for American families.

I asked about the border wall funding and suggested redirecting the money. However, they refused to do so. According to the law, they are obligated to use the money appropriately.

We are members of Congress here to meet with the acting secretary. We notified her in advance. You're denying us entry. What authority do you have to prevent members of Congress from fulfilling their oversight role? You claim we need an appointment or to be on a guest list. That's not how it's always been. Ninety-four members of Congress signed a letter requesting a meeting to ask a simple question. Your claim that she's unaware of the meeting is unacceptable. We should be allowed access to the Department of Education. We'll proceed to the visitors' entrance.

Members of Congress are being denied entry to the Department of Education by a private security contractor, leading to a tense confrontation. They assert their right to access the building, emphasizing their roles as elected representatives advocating for the public, particularly children with disabilities. The security personnel, unable to provide a valid reason for the blockade, are accused of lacking transparency and accountability. The Congress members express frustration over being barred from discussing important issues, including student loans and educational support for low-income families. They highlight the irony of being locked out while billionaires and their associates gain access. The situation raises concerns about the administration's commitment to transparency and public service.

DHS is allegedly using public intimidation and considering arresting members of Congress who are fulfilling their legal and constitutional duty to conduct oversight. According to the speaker, members of Congress are legally required to be granted access to ICE and CBP facilities to conduct investigations and oversight. They cannot be legally inhibited from accessing these facilities. The speaker claims that DHS, Tom Homan, and Secretary Kristi Noem are the ones breaking the law, not members of Congress like Representative Robert Menendez. The speaker warns that if anyone lays a finger on representatives like Bonnie Watson Coleman, there will be consequences.

Members of Congress are being denied entry to the Department of Education building. The doors are locked, and a tense conversation is taking place with a security guard. We're trying to observe what's happening. They're demanding access to the building, citing their roles as members of Congress and their right to access federal bill 19. The security guard, apparently a private contractor, is preventing their entry. The situation is escalating, with Congress members questioning the guard's authority and the reasons for being denied access.

I have an obligation to be in that room, representing 200,000 people in Northwest Georgia who elected me to be here. You're hindering that. I'm not hindering anything. You have no respect for the constitution. I need you to step away. I don't want to go down this road with you. I understand constitutional law. This has gone too far, so we need to stop it. Are you preventing me from entering? The doorkeeper says I'm not allowed in. The doorkeeper has no authority. As a senator of a joint session, I have more authority than this doorkeeper. I'm not causing a disturbance; I need to be let in. You're not going in.

It has gone too far. I represent 200,000 people in Northwest Georgia, and I have a right to be here. You're hindering my ability to fulfill my duties. This is unconstitutional. I need you to step away from me. There is a complete disrespect for the constitution. I understand your position, but this situation cannot continue. The doorkeeper has no authority over me; as a senator, I have more authority than the doorkeeper. This is creating a disturbance.

I held an online forum to educate my constituents about their constitutional rights, specifically regarding protection against illegal search and seizure. My job is to share critical information with those I represent. Tom Homan was upset because he felt I was advising people here illegally, but I was advising all my constituents. Homan threatened to report me to the Department of Justice, but I haven't heard from them. I plan to reach out to the DOJ to ask if they intend to open an inquiry based on Homan's threats. I want to know if this administration intends to use political intimidation to silence its critics.

I have an obligation to represent 200,000 people in Northwest Georgia, and you're hindering that. This is unconstitutional. You show no respect for the constitution. I need you to step away from the door. I don't want to escalate this, but I have constitutional rights. You're preventing me from entering. The doorkeeper claims I can't answer, but as a senator, I have more authority than the doorkeeper. I'm not causing a disturbance; I need to be allowed in.

I requested the National Guard urgently to come to Capitol Hill. I spoke with Pentagon officials to get approval. During the call, I emphasized the urgency of the situation, but was told they didn't like the optics of having the National Guard present.

Representative McHenry ordered me to leave my capitol office, but I refuse to comply. I believe McHenry's actions are unjust, and I am determined to stand my ground.

Members of Congress are being denied entry to the Department of Education building. The doors are locked, and a tense conversation is taking place with a security guard. We're trying to get access to federal bill 19. We are members of Congress and should be allowed entry. A private security contractor is preventing us from entering, and it's unclear why. We're simply doing our job. Show them your ID. Were you told to block us, or did you decide to do so? We have the right to access the building.