During a House Oversight hearing, tension escalated between Chairman James Comer and Rep. Ayanna Pressley over her efforts to enter articles into the official record, which highlighted the issue of sexual violence and criminal activity among U.S.-born citizens compared to illegal migrants. Pressley sought unanimous consent to read from these articles but faced opposition from Comer, who accused her of trying to disrupt the hearing for media attention. Their heated exchange underscored the deep partisan divide on immigration and sanctuary laws as Mayors also participated in the discussion.
Pressley responded passionately, stating, 'This is my procedural right as a member of this committee to enter documents into the record! You do not get to dictate how I recite the articles for the record!'
Comer accused Pressley of seeking to get kicked out of the hearing for media attention, asserting, 'This trend of you all trying to get thrown out of committees so you can get on MSNBC is going to end!'
The hearing turned chaotic as Comer repeatedly shouted 'No!' while hitting his gavel, refusing to allow Pressley to read from her articles, asserting control over the proceedings.
Pressley, as a survivor of sexual violence, passionately declared, 'I take particular umbrage as a survivor of sexual violence. I will enter into the record! This is my right! Thank you!'
Comer insisted on maintaining order and controlling the process, declaring, 'You are not recognized,' as he attempted to move on to the next speaker.
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