‘Storming of US Congress was gross’ says PM Rowley

Trinidad & Tobago: Chairman of CARICOM Community, Prime Minister of Trinidad & Tobago, Keith Rowley, issued a Statement on US Congress.

Keith Rowley’s statement:
Keith Rowley stated, “The storming of US Congress was a gross affront to Democracy and the rule of law in a country which has been viewed as a leading light of representative governance the world over.”

People’s Reaction:
Gayatri Roomgolie commented, “Isn’t Mr. Trump, the current president until the swearing-in? So technically Biden, although by the assumption that he got the votes are still not president, Democracy to whom.”

Mary Francis commented, “Congratulations on your new appointment as Chairman of CARICOM, may Almighty God extend to conduct you and give you understanding as you commence.”

Someone wrote, “Thanks So Much for Ur Concern and observations being Trinimerican this has brought back memories and not very good ones. Yesterday was a very sad day until people involved, regardless of position, are held accountable, but This Too Shall Pass. On the good side, CONGRATS on Ur recent ENDEAVORS. U Will Be AWESOME. Great Choice.”

Another user commented, “Thanks, PM Rowley, for your regional leadership and measured response to the unfortunate situation which unfolded in the USA, yesterday we are all looking and hoping to see some genuine political change from the US toward the developing countries. Be blessed.”

A Facebook user commented, “We in Trinidad have some experience restoring buildings after coup attempts. We will willingly share our knowledge and expertise with you if called upon.”

Brian Harewood wrote, “We condemn outrightly this unruly behavior, .which could only be described as mob rule and worst yet taking place in the Hallowed Halls of Capitol Hill. This, we say, has been sad for all Americans as they and the rest of the world looked on in awe. Oh, what a shame.”

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