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Condemning remarks made by Representative Delia Ramirez of Illinois declaring her allegiance to the Republic of Guatemala before the United States of America.

USA119th CongressHRES-647| House 
| Updated: 8/12/2025
Earl L. "Buddy" Carter

Earl L. "Buddy" Carter

Republican Representative

Georgia

Ethics Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This resolution seeks to condemn specific remarks attributed to Representative Delia Ramirez of Illinois, where she allegedly stated, "I'm a proud Guatemalan before I'm an American." The resolution highlights that members of Congress are elected to represent their constituents in the United States, not foreign nations, and are bound by an oath to support and defend the U.S. Constitution. The House of Representatives, through this resolution, would formally condemn these anti-American comments and any statements that prioritize foreign nations' interests over those of the United States. It further affirms its unwavering allegiance to always place the interests, safety, prosperity, and overall well-being of American citizens first .
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Aug 12, 2025
Submitted in House
Aug 12, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Ethics.
  • August 12, 2025
    Submitted in House


  • August 12, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Ethics.

Government Operations and Politics

Condemning remarks made by Representative Delia Ramirez of Illinois declaring her allegiance to the Republic of Guatemala before the United States of America.

USA119th CongressHRES-647| House 
| Updated: 8/12/2025
This resolution seeks to condemn specific remarks attributed to Representative Delia Ramirez of Illinois, where she allegedly stated, "I'm a proud Guatemalan before I'm an American." The resolution highlights that members of Congress are elected to represent their constituents in the United States, not foreign nations, and are bound by an oath to support and defend the U.S. Constitution. The House of Representatives, through this resolution, would formally condemn these anti-American comments and any statements that prioritize foreign nations' interests over those of the United States. It further affirms its unwavering allegiance to always place the interests, safety, prosperity, and overall well-being of American citizens first .
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Timeline
Aug 12, 2025
Submitted in House
Aug 12, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Ethics.
  • August 12, 2025
    Submitted in House


  • August 12, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Ethics.
Earl L. "Buddy" Carter

Earl L. "Buddy" Carter

Republican Representative

Georgia

Ethics Committee

Government Operations and Politics

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted