North Carolina Congressional delegation statements regarding rioters storming the capital
G.K. Butterfield (D - NC 1)
“I am safe and monitoring the violent uprising that is ongoing at the U.S. Capitol complex. Please pray for our country.”
Dr. Greg Murphy (R - NC 3)
“Let me first and foremost, in the strongest way possible, condemn the anarchy and violence that has beset our Capitol today,” said Murphy. “As I have said many times peaceful protests are one of the most meaningful foundations of our democracy. However violence like today or any type of violence like looting and burning in protest is not to be tolerated. We were having meaningful debate in the House chamber regarding beliefs about the United States Constitution and possible violations of it by certain states. That meaningful dialogue has now been destroyed and marred by this of violence. This is not how America operates. I am ashamed of this horrible behavior.”
Virginia Foxx (R - NC 6)
“Violence like what we’re witnessing in the United States Capitol is unacceptable. People have the right to peacefully protest, and there is absolutely no reason to resort to destruction. God bless the brave men and women of the United States Capitol Police for protecting us.”
David Price (D - NC 4):
“Pro-Trump protesters have stormed the U.S. Capitol building, forcing the House into recess. I am safe. Thank you to our brave Capitol Police officers who are actively working to protect Members, staff, and the press.”
Richard Hudson (R - NC 8):
“While peaceful protests are an integral part of our democracy, lawlessness and violence are not acceptable. I am incredibly grateful for the brave Capitol Police officers trying to keep us safe.”
Dan Bishop (R - NC 9:
“Violence is always unacceptable and must stop NOW. We solve our problems through debate and peaceful protests, not violence. Thank God for the brave men and women of Capitol Police.”
Patrick McHenry (R - NC 10):
“The violence that we are witnessing at the United States Capitol is completely unacceptable. I am thankful to the brave men and women of the @CapitolPolice who are doing their duty and working diligently to keep everyone in the Capitol safe. God bless our law enforcement.”
Madison Cawthorn (R - NC 11):
“As Americans we can not tolerate violence. Peacefully protest ONLY. We must let Congress work and uphold law and order. We are the party that backs the blue. I ask you to back the blue now and let the objections continue in accordance with the constitution. 🇺🇸”
Alma Adams (D - NC 12):
“We're safe, but sheltering in place. If you're in Washington, D.C. today please be safe.”
Ted Budd (R - NC 13):
“I’ve been evacuated from the House floor. We are safe thanks to the brave men & women of the Capitol Hill Police. I remain resolved to uphold my oath to the Constitution & debate our disagreements. Violence is not acceptable & protesters should disperse peacefully immediately.”
Sen. Thom Tillis (R):
“I proudly back the blue and support law and order, which is why I condemned the violence that took place in cities across the nation this summer. It's a national disgrace to have a mob attacking Capitol Police and engaging in anarchy. This is not what America stands for.”
