Senator Andy Kim’s Statement on Voting No on the DHS Funding Deal

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Andy Kim (D-NJ) released the following statement after voting no on the DHS funding deal:

“I voted no because I wanted to send a clear message to the Republicans that addressing the lawlessness we see in Minnesota and around the country is urgent, and we should be working through the weekend and not let up until we have safeguards for the American people.

“I worry about what could happen this weekend as Trump said last night that his Administration isn’t backing off in Minnesota. I urge Americans to stay engaged and vocal.

“It’s because of their pressure that Trump and Republicans felt backed into a corner and agreed to do the DHS vote separately. Democrats are united in demanding the end of Trump's occupation of our streets and bringing safety back to our communities.”