The best thing President Donald Trump can do to heal the nation after the deadly Capitol riot and looting would be to resign, and the “next best thing” would be removal from office as provided by the 25th Amendment, Rep. Kinzinger, R-Ill., said Sunday.
In an interview on NBC News’ “Meet The Press,” Kinzinger said he’s not supportive of an impeachment process, asserting, it's not a "smart move because I think it victimizes Donald Trump."
“The best thing for the country to heal would be for him to resign and the next best thing is the 25th amendment,” he said. “This gets out of the debate in Congress and its leadership.
“We ask young men and young women to give their lives for this country every day and we give them emotional speeches about it as we rightfully should. We have to be willing to give our careers to do the right thing as what we're facing like we have been in this last week.”
Kinzinger said no Washington leaders can be fearful in the aftermath of the stunning Wednesday chaos sparked by the breach of the Capitol after a Trump rally speech.
“When it comes to members of Congress, they're fearful of the re-election, they're fearful for their safety,” he said, adding: “Vice President [Mike] Pence, one of the most faithful guys to Donald Trump is now public enemy number one in Trump World. So I think that what it comes down to: If you're going to be fearful in this job, it might not be the best job for you.”
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