Here’s what conservatives need to know.
Ahead of the certification of Donald Trump’s election victory, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene raised an important concern about the winter storm expected to hit Washington D.C. She shared a weather warning on X (formerly Twitter), noting that from January 5-7, the region could see up to a foot of snow, creating potentially dangerous conditions for those traveling to the Capitol.
Greene, a staunch supporter of Trump, highlighted that some of her colleagues had already left D.C. due to the incoming storm. In her post, she made it clear that she would not be deterred, stating that she was committed to making the trek to the Capitol if necessary to ensure the certification of Trump’s election victory, which was scheduled to take place on Monday, January 6. Greene’s remarks suggested that the storm could disrupt travel for other lawmakers who may be attempting to return to the Capitol after the weekend, potentially delaying the certification process.
While the weather posed a significant concern, the certification of the election was expected to be a much less dramatic event than it was four years ago, when a violent mob of Trump supporters stormed the Capitol in an attempt to overturn Joe Biden’s victory. This year, despite the winter storm warnings, the certification was anticipated to proceed without the chaos and violence that marred the event in 2021.
The National Weather Service issued a warning for heavy snow and sleet accumulation, with the storm expected to cause hazardous conditions, especially during the Monday morning commute. Despite this, the certification process, as outlined by the Constitution, is set to move forward.
Greene’s commitment to ensuring Trump’s election was certified stands in stark contrast to the actions of some of her colleagues who had fled the area. Many others, however, continue to prepare for the January 20 inauguration of Trump, with a planned “victory rally” on January 19, which promises to energize his supporters nationwide.
As the storm threatens to disrupt D.C., the nation’s capital braces for a difficult few days of weather, but also for a constitutional procedure that could mark another chapter in America’s political history.
