Leger Fernández Statement on Trump’s Threat to Kill a Whole Civilization

This press release from Representative Teresa Leger Fernandez (D-NM) was published on 2026-04-07 and titled "Leger Fernández Statement on Trump’s Threat to Kill a Whole Civilization". It focuses on foreign policy.

Leger Fernández Statement on Trump’s Threat to Kill a Whole Civilization

Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Teresa Leger Fernández (NM-03) today called for immediate action to remove President Trump following his threat that “ a whole civilization will die tonight ” as war escalates in Iran. "A President who threatens to commit war crimes and kill millions of civilians, profits off the destruction he unleashes, and illegally destroys the freedoms Americans cherish has clearly demonstrated that he should not lead our Nation," said Leger Fernandez. "He is unhinged, unfit, and making Americans less safe." "Trump must be stopped. He must be removed. The Constitution gives Republicans in the Cabinet the power to remove him under the 25th Amendment. Republicans in Congress hold the power to impeach him. They have the power to stop this madness." "What will my Republican colleagues do? Do you support his war crime threats? And if not, will you use your power to stop this?" "Republicans in Congress will only act when all of us—especially Republican voters—make our voices heard. The people have the greatest power in our Constitution, and we must speak up now. We must demand accountability for Trump’s dangerous actions and push Republican leaders to finally have the courage to do what is right." "I call on Republicans to bring Congress back into session to pass a War Powers Resolution to stop his illegal war, and to impeach him now. We must act before it’s too late," she concluded.