Bice Statement on Yesterday's Actions

Statement

Congresswoman Stephanie Bice released the following statement regarding yesterday's actions at the Capitol:

What happened inside our nation's Capitol yesterday was not a reflection of who we are as a country. Peaceful protests are the foundation of this nation, but yesterday's acts were far from a peaceful demonstration. I do not condone what these rioters have done, and I hope to see them prosecuted to the full extent of the law.

Many have questioned my decision to support challenging states' electoral college votes. Let me be clear - my vote represented my desire to ensure the security of elections across the country, not to overturn an election. Any other reason for my support of challenging the certification of the votes is categorically false.

You may remember, Oklahoma's election laws were jeopardized last year due to a Supreme Court decision to strike the notary requirement for absentee ballots. Had Oklahoma's legislature not been in session to reinstitute the notary requirement, many would question the integrity of our state's elections. Judicial or Executive decrees should not determine how elections are administered, state legislatures have that responsibility.

Thank you to those who prayed for our safety or reached out to confirm our wellbeing. I am incredibly thankful for the US Capitol Police and other coordinated law enforcement for their heroic efforts to ensure the safety of me and my staff. We are shaken but not deterred in our duty to continue the work for the people of the 5th District.

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