Maxine Waters Amplifies Rhetoric Amidst Democratic Turmoil
This week, veteran Democratic representative Maxine Waters intensified her aggressive rhetoric during a press conference alongside leaders of the Congressional Black Caucus, further stirring the pot as House Democrats gather for their annual policy retreat. The party, currently navigating a period of uncertainty without a definitive leader, finds itself in a precarious position.
Waters, 86, did not hold back in her criticism of former President Trump, asserting, “I believe [Trump] expects violence. I believe he expects confrontation. I believe he’s working toward a civil war!” The fervor of her remarks underscores a growing concern among some Democrats regarding the potential for escalating political tensions.
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Rep. Maxine Waters: “I believe [Trump] expects violence. I believe he expects confrontation. I believe he’s working toward a civil war.” pic.twitter.com/uvvu2Jmx9d
— Charlie Kirk (@charliekirk11) March 13, 2025
Earlier this month, Waters directed her ire towards billionaire Elon Musk, questioning the wellbeing of children in America compared to Musk’s own family: “Elon Musk’s 13 children sleep good at night. What happens to the other children in America?” This comment came amid her attempts to protest outside the HUD building, where she encountered initial resistance from security personnel.
Despite the brief setback, Waters managed to enter the building to deliver a letter to HUD Secretary Turner, a move that echoed her commitment to her causes, albeit with a hint of theatricality.
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Tonight, Democrat Congresswoman @RepMaxineWaters attempted to storm the HUD building headquarters in Washington, D.C.
I guess it’s only an “insurrection” when Trump supporters protest inside buildings in our nation’s Capitol.@USAEdMartin
@LoomerUnleashed @TheCharlesDowns https://t.co/yUadZQgL1f pic.twitter.com/0MZ5bUWfmz
— Laura Loomer (@LauraLoomer) March 4, 2025