UPDATE: Trump's death threats against Democrats

Trump is trying to intimidate his political opponents into silence.

Pamela, Trump is ramping up his threats against members of Congress – with Sen. Mark Kelly facing a Pentagon probe for daring to stand up to Trump. Legal experts say the investigation is "ridiculous" and "wackadoodle" [1]. But it represents something more sinister: Trump is trying to intimidate his political opponents into silence. We can't let it happen. Sign the Petition: Members of Congress from all sides of the political spectrum must denounce Trump's death threats against lawmakers >> SIGN THE PETITION For more information on Trump's disgusting rhetoric – and why we must speak out now – you can read our previous email below: SIGN NOW: Donald Trump's death threats against Democratic lawmakers are inexcusable, and members of Congress must condemn political violence with one voice. Can you add your name today? SIGN THE PETITION Pamela, this morning, Trump accused multiple Democratic lawmakers of "SEDITIOUS BEHAVIOR, punishable by DEATH!" – then reshared a post that called for them to be hanged. [2]   Donald Trump is now making explicit death threats against Democrats in Congress. We need to be better than this. America should be a place where we resolve our differences peacefully through the democratic process – it's fundamental to who we are as a people. So, here's the big question: will leaders in Congress stand by while Trump issues death threats against their own colleagues? Or will they do the right thing and condemn all political violence – no matter who's behind it? Tell Speaker Mike Johnson and Majority Leader John Thune: Trump's threats on your colleagues can't go unanswered. Demand they disavow all political violence today >> SIGN THE PETITION I'm simply appalled. The President should be trying to tamp down the flames of political violence – and instead he's stoking them. It's straight out of the dictator's playbook. Comments like this, combined with his selective pardons for January 6th insurrectionists and his multi-front attacks on our right to dissent, send a chilling message. We don't have to let this happen. And neither do our elected leaders. We should be able to debate and disagree fiercely without resorting to threats or violence. Our democracy only works when people can participate freely without fear hanging over them. And our leaders in Congress need to make it clear that they agree. Add your name to tell Mike Johnson and John Thune that all Americans – Republicans, Democrats, and Independents – are looking to you to lead right now. Condemn Trump's disgusting rhetoric and show that violence has no place here >> This is a time for bold leadership, and right now, we urgently need your voice to demand it. Thanks for all you do, The team at Common Cause [1] https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/the-defense-department-is-investigating-kelly-over-the-illegal-orders-video-experts-doubt-they-can-actually-prosecute-him [2] https://newrepublic.com/post/203438/trump-suggests-executing-democrats-told-troops-obey-constitution Common Cause is a leader in fights that matter at the local, state, and national level. Your support helps us fight special interests, hold elected officials accountable, and build a better democracy for all Americans. DONATE Interested in volunteering with our Action Team? Sign up here. 805 15th Street, NW, Suite 800 Washington, DC 20005 202.833.1200 https://commoncause.org Common Cause's work to defend and strengthen our democracy is powered by members like you. You can use this link to unsubscribe or let us know you'd like to receive fewer emails from us.

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