Chris Pappas

Chris Pappas

Role at the time: U.S. Representative for New Hampshire's 1st congressional district; Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate

Statement summary

U.S. Representative Chris Pappas condemned rhetoric calling for political assassination and urged resolving disagreements through civil debate rather than violence.

“Rhetoric calling for political assassination has no place in New Hampshire or our country — something we should all be able to agree on regardless of our political beliefs, ... We work out our differences through the democratic process where we engage in civil debate and seek common ground whenever possible.”

Chris Pappas

Role at the time: U.S. Representative, New Hampshire 1st district

Statement summary

Chris Pappas voted Yea on H.Con.Res. 93, the House resolution directing the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.

“On Agreeing to the Resolution: Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.”

Chris Pappas

Role at the time: U.S. Representative, New Hampshire's 1st Congressional District; Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate, New Hampshire

Statement summary

Pappas said President Trump should have consulted Congress before launching strikes on Iran, demanded answers on the war's scope and objectives, and said he would back a War Powers Act resolution to define military objectives.

“What is the scope of this? What are the goals? What are the strategic objectives of this war? We've got to ensure first and foremost that we are looking out for our nation's security, and protecting our troops.”