NE Atlanta News

Rep. Andrew Clyde, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing Georgia's 9th district, shared a series of tweets on January 30, 2025, addressing various significant events and issues. These tweets highlight his perspectives on a recent aviation accident, local protests following new legislation, and criticisms of the FBI under its current leadership.

In a tweet posted at 13:19 UTC on January 30, Rep. Clyde expressed his sorrow over a tragic incident involving "a commercial aircraft and a U.S. Army helicopter at Reagan National Airport." He urged people to join him in praying for those affected by the tragedy and extended gratitude towards "all the heroic first responders working at the scene." The full tweet can be viewed here.

Later that day, at 15:17 UTC, Rep. Clyde commented on protests occurring in Gainesville, GA—within his congressional district—following President Trump's signing of the Laken Riley Act into law. He described how "protesters flooded the streets" to oppose ICE's mission related to deporting criminal illegal aliens and labeled these actions as "shameful." Rep. Clyde emphasized that efforts would continue to protect American citizens and remember victims impacted by these issues. The original post is available here.

At 17:06 UTC on January 30, Rep. Clyde criticized the FBI under Director Christopher Wray for several alleged actions including targeting concerned parents at school board meetings and equating pro-life Catholics with domestic terrorists. Additionally, he accused senior investigators within the agency of mocking conservative Americans and attempting to prevent Donald Trump from becoming president again. More details are accessible through his complete statement here.