Sen.-elect Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) said he is “not going to be intimidated” by President-elect Trump amid growing concerns about whether the incoming administration will go after the president's list of enemies.
“Look, I'm not going to be intimidated by what he says or what he does.” Schiff said Sunday. CNN's “State of the Union.”
Schiff, now a California congressman, is on Trump's list after playing a key role in Trump's first impeachment trial. Mr. Trump has vowed revenge, but with loyal Republicans nominated to his cabinet and Republicans controlling the House and Senate, there are few constraints.
“I'm going to fulfill my responsibilities in this Senate. Californians expect me, first and foremost, to do my job and try to get things done,” he said. Similarly, I will defend California when it attempts to commit an unconstitutional abuse of power.” state. “
His comments on Sunday's topic signal a change from earlier this year.
Schiff said in July that he was “certainly” concerned about personal threats against Trump, especially given the Supreme Court's ruling that presidents have absolute immunity for actions within the scope of their official responsibilities. He said he is doing so.
In any case, Schiff insisted Sunday that he has a duty to protect the rights and freedoms of the American people, no matter what threats President Trump makes or acts on.
“Yes, that's what he said and that may be what he's trying to do, but I'm not going to be intimidated,” Schiff said.
