Justin Amash
The latest on Justin Amash. A former U.S. representative from Michigan, he was first elected to Congress in 2011 as a Republican. In 2019 he left the Republican Party amid his support of the impeachment of then-President Donald Trump, first becoming an Independent before joining the Libertarian Party in 2020. He did not seek reelection in 2020.
Democrat lays out plan for "unity" speaker who isn't Kevin McCarthy
House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy so far appears to be short of the 218 votes necessary to take the gavel.
Democrat Gov. Polis backs ex-GOP Rep. Justin Amash to be next House speaker
Amash would allow House members to contribute "the sum of the best ideas," Polis said.
Michigan Republican Lawmakers Call for Respecting Democratic Process
"I have not heard from any clerks in my district that there were irregularities in the process," GOP Congressman Fred Upton said.
Can Republicans Keep Outgoing Trump Critic Justin Amash's Seat?
Representative Justin Amash criticized attack ads targeting Democratic candidate Hillary Scholten as "particularly bad."
Trump's Executive COVID Orders Draw Mixed Reactions From GOP Lawmakers
"President Trump does not have the power to unilaterally rewrite the payroll tax law," GOP Senator Ben Sasse said.
Michigan Congressman Justin Amash Says He Will Not Run for President
The Michigan independent congressman told his supporters Saturday that he will not enter the presidential race as a Libertarian.
What the Newest Polls Say About a Joe Biden vs. Donald Trump Matchup
The presumptive Democratic presidential nominee is in the lead in the key battleground states of Michigan, Wisconsin, Pennsylvania and Florida.
New Poll Suggests Justin Amash Could Hurt Biden More Than Trump
"If this election ends up being as close as 2016, even a small showing can have a crucial impact," said Patrick Murray of the Monmouth University Polling Institute.
Justin Amash's Presidential Run in 2020 Could Hurt Donald Trump
Michigan Representative Justin Amash recently announced his bid for the 2020 presidential election and that decision may not bode well for President Donald Trump at the polls.
Justin Amash Argues Republicans and Democrats Are 'Destroying Our System'
"I think we are at that crossroads where this kind of change can happen," the congressman from Michigan said, discussing his bid for the Libertarian Party's presidential nomination.
Anti-Trump Conservatives Say Justin Amash Run in 2020 Would Help President
The U.S. representative from Michigan announced an exploratory committee for seeking the Libertarian Party nomination in the next election.
Michigan Rep. Justin Amash Announces Independent Campaign for President
"Americans are ready for practical approaches based on humility and trust of the people," Amash said.
House Reps Challenge GOP to Vote Against 'Total Authority' Check on Trump
In a challenge to the president's most ardent supporters in Congress, several House members introduced a single-sentence resolution reaffirming that Trump, or any U.S. president, does not have total authority.
Justin Amash Floats Potential Run for President Against Trump
"Americans who believe in limited government deserve another option," Amash said.
Four Lawmakers Vote Against Making Lynching Hate Crime, Cite Gov Overreach
"A crime is a crime, and all victims deserve equal justice," GOP Rep. Thomas Massie said. "Adding enhanced penalties for 'hate' tends to endanger other liberties such as freedom of speech."
Former GOP Rep. Justin Amash Says Trump 'Sells Troops' to Highest Bidder
The independent Michigan congressman joined several Republican lawmakers in blasting the strike on Iranian general Qassem Soleimani without Congress' approval.
Ex-GOP Congressman Justin Amash Has Harsh Words for Ex-Dem Van Drew
In the wake of Jeff Van Drew's withdrawal from the Democratic Party and entry to the Republican Party, Justin Amash has remarked harshly upon Van Drew's declaration that Trump has his "undying support."
Justin Amash Fact-Checks Republican Colleagues' Defense of Trump
The independent congressman from Michigan was elected as a Republican, but formally withdrew from the political party in July.
30 Democrats Push for Amash to Become Senate Trial Impeachment Manager
Some Democrats believe that Amash, who left the GOP earlier this year, will be more effective than members of their own party in reaching conservative voters.
Republicans Find 'Courage' to Criticize Trump Only After They Leave Office
"They have decided to put party above the rule of law, party above what is right," Rep. Mike Quigley said.
Ex-Republican Slams GOP: 'History Will Not Look Kindly' on Defending Trump
"This president will be in power for only a short time, but excusing his misbehavior will forever tarnish your name," said Justin Amash, now an independent congressman.
Michigan Rep Calls Hillary Clinton a 'Trump Asset' After Gabbard Comments
"Hillary does—and did—drive many people into the arms of Donald Trump. Her attack on Tulsi does likewise," the Republican-turned-Independent congressman tweeted shortly after 1 a.m.
Justin Amash Slams GOP's Kevin McCarthy as Incompetent and Dishonest
Amash, once a member of the conservative House Freedom Caucus, left the Republican Party in July and became an Independent after becoming the first and only member of his party to call for Trump's impeachment based on evidence from the Mueller report.
Three Words Show Trump's 'Defenders' Are Wrong About Ukraine Call: Amash
"President Trump's defenders mischaracterize the favor," independent Representative Justin Amash of Michigan said in a tweet.
Booker: 'I Don't Think Watergate Even Compares' to Trump Pressuring Ukraine
"It is a betrayal of the office at the scale of which I haven't seen in my lifetime," the Democratic presidential candidate and senator said.
Justin Amash Says Washington 'Much Worse' Than 'House of Cards'
Newly Independent Michigan congressman Justin Amash said partisan dysfunction and corruption is "much worse" than Netflix's "House of Cards."
'Racist and Disgusting': Ex GOP Congressman Justin Amash Blasts Trump
"You can't leave fast enough," President Donald Trump wrote on Twitter, referencing progressive Democratic congresswomen.
Will Hurd: I Shouldn't Be the Only African-American Republican in the House
"I've been telling people, if we want to keep the Republican party in Texas, the Republican party in Texas needs to start looking like Texas," the Congressman said.
Justin Amash 'Still Wouldn't Rule Out' 2020 Presidential Run
"I believe I have to use my skills, my public influence, where it serves the country best, and I believe I have to defend the Constitution in whichever way works best," said the Michigan congressman.
Trump Says Impeachment Process Would Help Him 'Win Election Easier'
Impeachment continues to be a thorny topic for Democrats. For the most part, leaders of the party have argued that impeachment is a politically risky move.
