California Senator Dave Cortese’s Statement on Events at U.S. Capitol

Senator Dave Cortese (D-Silicon Valley) made the following statement about the events occurring at the U.S. Capitol when members of Congress met to certify President-elect Joe Biden's win.

“I am dismayed to witness the violence ensuing at our U.S. Capitol today and concerned for the safety of our members of congress and their staff. This is a direct attack on our democracy and the democratic process. Our federal leadership must join me in calling for the de-escalation of this situation and commit to moving forward to our new presidential administration peacefully so that our nation can address that grave issues we have at hand.”

For more information, contact Tara Sreekrishnan, Office of Senator Dave Cortese at 408 480 7833 or tara.sreekrishnan@sen.ca.gov.