Waters’ Latest Federal Fiasco: A Day of Empty Gestures
Rep. Maxine Waters (D-CA) is back in the headlines—again, not for real work but for another political stunt that fell flat. She aimed to protest against efforts to cut waste and fraud at HUD. It was meant to be a bold stand, but it turned into a parade of self-inflicted embarrassment.
Showing up at HUD headquarters, the congresswoman had one goal: to hand-deliver a letter to Secretary Scott Turner. When staffers said Turner was busy, she doubled down. Waters declared, “I’m prepared to stay here until hell freezes over.” Talk about a dramatic promise!
But her big pledge didn’t last. Within minutes, she was spotted walking away. Her so-called stand had about as much staying power as a snowflake in July.
If that wasn’t enough of a sideshow, HUD’s chief of staff tried to cool things off. They suggested she watch a video highlighting President Trump’s accomplishments while she waited. And according to reports, she even gave it a look. Official word from Turner’s office confirmed that Waters was never actually denied entry—they even mentioned she had the chance to deliver her letter, and the staff kept it professional throughout.
The drama didn’t stop there. Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-MI) also made her appearance. Ever hungry for a spectacle, Tlaib went off when a staffer casually reminded her that he worked “for the American people.” Her response? A profanity-laced tirade that only added to the chaos. In the end, it was just another political performance—the kind that distracts more than it delivers.
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