[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 26 (Wednesday, February 9, 2022)]
[House]
[Page H1078]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




    CONDEMNING THE FORCED REMOVAL OF SUDAN'S TRANSITIONAL GOVERNMENT

  (Mr. KILDEE asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute.)
  Mr. KILDEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise to strongly condemn the recent forced 
removal of Sudan's transitional government by Sudan's military forces.
  Before the October coup by military leaders, Sudan's civilian-led 
government was positively reengaging with the United States and the 
rest of the world, including being removed from the State Sponsors of 
Terrorism list and opening up the Sudanese economy for foreign 
investment.
  The Sudanese people have bravely stood up to demand the right to 
democratically choose their own future after decades of oppression 
under a previous regime. The Sudanese military must respect the rights 
of the Sudanese people.
  America must stand with those who want democracy, including the 
people of Sudan. The U.S. and our allies must use every diplomatic tool 
available to restore stability and civilian-led control of Sudan's 
government.
  Thousands of Sudanese civilians are risking their lives every day for 
democracy, and the United States must align its policies to support 
their democratic aspirations.

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