Article snippet: Lawmakers on Thursday expressed alarm over the threats toward freshman Rep. MORE’s rally the night before chanted “send her back.” Multiple Democrats are calling for more enhanced security for members of Congress, including Omar and her three closest allies who were also targeted by Trump earlier this week when he suggested they all “go back” to other countries. Rep. MORE (D-Texas) announced on the House floor that he plans to introduce legislation asking for more security resources for lawmakers. While members of leadership in both parties have dedicated security details, rank-and-file members do not. “This is an important time in this country. These are dangerous times. Every member of this House needs additional security,” Green said. “Leadership has adequate security. Members do not have adequate security. I want to thwart the efforts of those who might want to harm a member of this House,” Green continued. Asked by reporters if she was scared for her safety, Omar, one of the first Muslim women elected to Congress, said "I am not. What I'm scared for is the safety for people who share my identity." The House voted on Wednesday to table a resolution from Green to impeach Trump for inflaming racial tensions in America that cited the attacks on the four congresswomen as the latest example. Omar on Thursday stressed the importance of lawmakers sending the message that we’re “all welcome, irregardless of what he says.” “And so I’m going to go vote on minimum wage... Link to the full article to read more
Democrats call for increased security after 'send her back' chants | TheHill
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