House censures Rep. Jamaal Bowman after vote
OAN’s Abril Elfi
11:43 AM – Thursday, December 7, 2023
The House Votes to Censure Representative Jamaal Bowman for Capitol Fire Alarm Incident
On Thursday, the chamber voted 214-to-191 on the measure to condemn Bowman (D-N.Y.), primarily along party lines.
The vote occured a month after Bowman entered a guilty plea to a single misdemeanor charge of setting off a fire alarm in the Cannon House Office Building before a crucial House vote.
Before the House could vote on a stopgap bill that would fund the government before the deadline for the shutdown, Bowman decided to pull the alarm.
Security footage showed Bowman looking at the doors that read “Emergency Exit Only Push Until Alarm Sounds,” then, as he notices that the doors are locked, he gazed at the red fire alarm and quickly pulled it.
According to the lawsuit, after pulling the alarm, Bowman strolled by Capitol police officers without saying anything or alerting them that he was the individual who was responsible for pulling the alarm.
Bowman then entered the U.S. Capitol building again just four minutes after pulling the alarm. Later, he finally admitted that he pulled it, but claimed that the incident was an “innocent mistake.”
“I was rushing to make a vote,” Bowman said. “I didn’t know it would trigger the whole building.”
After the event, some Republicans introduced a bill to censure Bowman, claiming that he was deliberately trying to sabotage the impending vote.
As part of a plea agreement with prosecutors, Bowman promised to “write an apology to Capitol Police and pay a $1,000 fine.”
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The House Votes to Censure Representative Jamaal Bowman for Capitol Fire Alarm Incident
In a recent development, the U.S. House of Representatives has voted to censure Representative Jamaal Bowman (D-N.Y.) for his involvement in setting off a fire alarm in the Cannon House Office Building. The vote, which took place on Thursday, saw a tally of 214-to-191 in favor of the measure, primarily along party lines.
The incident in question occurred a month ago when Bowman pleaded guilty to a single misdemeanor charge related to the fire alarm. Just before a crucial House vote on a stopgap bill to fund the government and prevent a shutdown, Bowman made the decision to pull the alarm.
Security footage revealed that Bowman had glanced at the doors marked “Emergency Exit Only, Push Until Alarm Sounds.” Finding the doors locked, he then turned his attention to the red fire alarm and promptly pulled it. However, instead of alerting Capitol police officers about his action, Bowman casually walked past them without saying a word.
Only four minutes later, Bowman reentered the U.S. Capitol building. He eventually admitted to pulling the alarm but claimed it was an “innocent mistake.”
The censure resolution and subsequent vote were met with mixed reactions. Supporters of the measure argued that Bowman’s actions were irresponsible and put the safety and security of lawmakers and staff at risk. They believe that such behavior undermines the integrity of the democratic process and should be condemned.
On the other hand, some critics of the censure claim that it is disproportionately severe and politically motivated. They argue that Bowman’s actions, though misguided, were not intended to cause harm and should be treated as a minor infraction rather than a grounds for censure.
The censure is a symbolic rebuke that carries no immediate consequences for Bowman. It serves as a formal expression of the House’s disapproval of his behavior and highlights the importance of adhering to proper protocol and rules within the Capitol building.
Moving forward, this incident raises questions about the accountability of lawmakers and the need for stricter regulations to prevent similar occurrences. As representatives of the people, elected officials must uphold the highest standards of professionalism and ethical conduct. Any breaches of these standards should be addressed promptly and transparently to maintain public trust in the democratic process.
In conclusion, the House’s decision to censure Representative Jamaal Bowman for his involvement in the Capitol fire alarm incident highlights the importance of maintaining decorum and respecting the rules within governmental buildings. It serves as a reminder that all elected officials must be held accountable for their actions and behave with integrity.
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