“I have never been in a courtroom where the accused can unilaterally block witnesses from testifying or prohibit prosecutors from asking witnesses questions. No court would allow a trial to proceed this way, and neither should any member of the Senate.”

American politician and lawyer, 21st century She served as the 49th vice president of the United States from 2021, the first woman and first person of color to hold the office. Known for her work in progressive criminal justice reform and her role as a senator from California, she has also been a prominent advocate for voting rights and economic equity.