By: Tony Bettack of WTMJ
Wisconsin representatives from both sides of the aisle are weighing in on the president's remarks during his State of the Union address.
Republican Congressman Jim Sensenbrenner said the last two years were filled with many successes, and that they must charge ahead.
Sensenbrenner Press ?@JimPressOffice"Just over a month ago, Congress and the President found a way to come together and pass historic, bipartisan criminal justice reform—the culmination of an effort I was proud to lead for over a decade.
Sensenbrenner Press ?@JimPressOfficeTogether, we must build upon that success and choose to push forward through partisan gridlock, reject unprincipled resistance, and restore civility and cooperation. 2/
Republican Congressman Sean Duffy said the president's vision should make every American proud.
Sean Duffy ?@RepSeanDuffyMy statement on @realDonaldTrump's #SOTU
Both representatives applauded the president's remarks on border security.
Sensenbrenner Press ?@JimPressOfficeRep. Sensenbrenner on #SOTU: “It’s imperative that Congress provide the much needed resources to secure our borders, cut off the flow of drugs and illegal immigration, and ensure the safety of the American people. 1/
Sensenbrenner Press ?@JimPressOfficeExperts agree that physical barriers, coupled with other technology-supported solutions, work and are needed. 2/
Sean Duffy ?@RepSeanDuffyIt’s simple, border security works.
In 4 areas where physical barriers have been expanded - El Paso, Yuma, Tucson, San Diego - illegal traffic has dropped by 90% #SOTU
Democratic Rep. Mark Pocan and Rep. Gwen Moore weren't buying the president's plea for border wall funding.
Rep. Mark Pocan ?@repmarkpocanNo Member of Congress is pushing for open borders.
That is a fact. #SOTU
Rep. Mark Pocan ?@repmarkpocanEvery word President Trump says about the wall is a wasted breath.
Mr. President, you're not getting your damn wall. Period. #SOTU
Rep. Gwen Moore ?@RepGwenMooreAs expected, Trump is using #SOTU to spread lies & instill fear in the hearts of the American public by painting immigrants & asylum seekers as criminals, murders & drug dealers. This is a manufactured crisis designed to scare us into submission & garner support for his wall.
Overall, the Democratic representatives were not impressed with the president's vision for the country.
Rep. Mark Pocan ?@repmarkpocan"Great nations do not fight endless wars."
Let's get out of Yemen. Congress must reassert its constitutional duty on matters of war and peace and get the U.S. out of this senseless conflict. #SOTU
Rep. Gwen Moore ?@RepGwenMooreHow can @realDonaldTrump rail against "endless wars" while simultaneously preaching hawkish views on Iran, Yemen, Venzuela, and China?
His hypocrisy is exhausting.
Rep. Mark Pocan ?@repmarkpocanPresident Trump could do something about mass shootings like the one at the Tree of Life Synagogue:
• Reinstate the assault weapons ban
• Ban high capacity magazines
• Close loopholes in the background check system
However, he refuses to act. #SOTU2EndGunViolence #SOTU
Rep. Mark Pocan ?@repmarkpocanFACT: can confirm that there are snowy woods in Wisconsin
Here's one instance where the President didn't misconstrue the truth tonight. #SOTU
Rep. Gwen Moore ?@RepGwenMooreMy post #SOTU thoughts: Paid family leave would be great... but does he really mean it?
His track record certainly isn’t great.