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Kamala Harris Swears In Abortion Activist Laphonza Butler As New US Senator From California

Charlie Kirk Staff

10/04/2023

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Kamala Harris Swears In Abortion Activist Laphonza Butler As New US Senator From California

Laphonza Butler, a black lesbian woman, has been sworn in as the newest member of the Senate, filling the vacancy left by the passing of California Senator Dianne Feinstein.

She becomes only the third black female senator in US history, and apparently the “first black lesbian.”

Butler, a former union leader, Democratic strategist, and abortion activist was appointed by California Governor Gavin Newsom just two days after Feinstein’s death.

She has a background in fundraising and strategy within leftist circles and previously headed Emily’s List, a national organization that supports abortion.

Vice President Kamala Harris, a former senator, conducted the swearing-in ceremony on the Senate floor.

Harris, who was the second black female senator in US history before becoming vice president, appeared happy to welcome another black woman to the Senate. The first  black woman to serve as a US senator was Carol Moseley Braun of Illinois in the 1990s.

The Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) also held a ceremonial swearing-in for Butler, recognizing the historic significance of her appointment. CBC Chairman Steven Horsford of Nevada emphasized the importance of Butler’s background and experience, particularly as the Senate currently lacks any black women.

This historic moment was made even more noteworthy as Laphonza Butler is also the first openly lesbian Black US senator. Her wife, Neneki Lee, held the Bible during the official swearing-in.

Despite not having previously held elected office, Butler’s appointment was praised by Governor Newsom for her deep knowledge of the legislative process, making her “the only choice” for the role. However, her appointment raised some criticism as Newsom had initially selected a “caretaker” to fill the seat, intending not to influence the 2024 race. Now, Butler will need to decide whether to run for re-election to retain the seat.

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Charlie Kirk is the Founder and President of Turning Point USA, a national student movement dedicated to empowering young people to promote the principles of free markets and limited government.

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