Washington, D.C - Thomas J. Donohue, CEO of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, issued the following statement today ahead of the counting of electoral votes on January 6th and expected political gatherings in Washington D.C.
“On November 3rd a record number of Americans voted. Their votes were counted and consistent with state law, in some cases, recounted. More than 50 legal challenges were heard, adjudicated, and resolved. Election results in all 50 states and the District of Columbia were certified and duly appointed electors have met and cast their votes for president and vice president. Efforts by some members of Congress to disregard certified election results in an effort to change the election outcome or to try a make a long-term political point undermines our democracy and the rule of law and will only result in further division across our nation.
“The United States of America faces enormous challenges that not only require an orderly transition of administrations, but the focus of the incoming Biden administration and the new Congress, and cooperation across party lines. We urge Congress to fulfill its responsibility in counting the electoral votes, the Trump administration to facilitate an orderly transition for the incoming Biden administration, and all of our elected officials to devote their energies to combatting the pandemic and supporting our economic recovery.
“In the coming days, thousands of Americans are expected to gather to voice their views. This is a fundamental right and we urge respect for all those who exercise their constitutional rights. Small businesses, local communities, and our nation pay a steep price when demonstrations turn violent and destructive, so it is critical that these gatherings be peaceful.”
U.S. Chamber CEO on Electoral College Vote Counting
Washington, D.C - Thomas J. Donohue, CEO of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, issued the following statement today ahead of the counting of electoral votes on January 6th and expected political gatherings in Washington D.C.
