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Democrats Silent on Vought's Rhetoric After Armed Threat

2/7/2026

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Democrats avoided questions about link between rhetoric against OMB Director Russ Vought and the arrest of Colin Demarco.
Colin Demarco approached OMB Director Russ Vought’s home with a firearm, drawing concern from Rep. Brendan Boyle.
U.S. President Donald Trump nominated Russ Vought, and Elizabeth Warren and Rosa DeLauro labeled him extremist threatening government programs.
Demarco faces charges including attempted murder and is set for a hearing on February 23.

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Democrats avoided questions about link between rhetoric against OMB Director Russ Vought and the arrest of Colin Demarco.
Colin Demarco approached OMB Director Russ Vought’s home with a firearm, drawing concern from Rep. Brendan Boyle.
U.S. President Donald Trump nominated Russ Vought, and Elizabeth Warren and Rosa DeLauro labeled him extremist threatening government programs.
Demarco faces charges including attempted murder and is set for a hearing on February 23.