Democrats Walk to Vacant Speaker’s Office to Advocate for Rep-Elect’s Swearing In

Democrats Push for Grijalva’s Swearing-In Amid Ongoing Shutdown

Two weeks after the government shutdown, a group of Democrats marched to the office of House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-Louisiana) to advocate for the swearing-in of Rep.-elect Adelita Grijalva (D-Ariz.). Interestingly, Johnson wasn’t in his office at the time.

The protest, primarily led by members of the Democratic Women’s Caucus, aimed to emphasize their priorities. They urged Grijalva’s swearing-in following her victory in a special election on September 23. Democrats feel that her oath is crucial for reaching 218 signatures on the discharge petition linked to the Epstein files, with Grijalva pledging to provide the final signature.

Although Johnson was absent, he was reportedly attending a Presidential Medal of Freedom ceremony at the White House for the late Charlie Kirk, who was tragically murdered on September 10 during a lecture at Utah Valley University.

According to reports, the Democrats entered the empty office and left chanting, “Swear her in.”

It seems this was more of a political stunt, highlighting how Democrats are refusing to end the government shutdown due to the Republicans’ straightforward continuing resolutions. This event illustrates the ongoing political tactics of the Democrats, who, critics say, prioritize such displays over addressing the needs of American citizens.

On a different note, Johnson indicated that Grijalva would be sworn in when the House reconvenes, as Democrats await consolidated efforts to reopen the government.

Recently, Johnson offered essential insights into the Democrats’ negotiating stance, pointing out his desire for $1.5 trillion in new taxpayer-funded expenditures.

“If we fund the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, we would allocate $500 million to liberal media outlets. Additionally, we would be reclaiming up to $5 billion of taxpayer money wasted on international projects,” he remarked, providing specific examples from their proposed legislation related to the continuing resolution.

He pointed out that they planned to use taxpayer funds for diverse initiatives, such as $24.6 million for climate initiatives in Honduras, $13.4 million for civic engagement in Zimbabwe, and other, as he put it, questionable expenditures.