A recently unearthed video of Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD) has caused significant controversy, with the congressman appearing to suggest that Congress could disqualify President Donald Trump if he wins the 2024 election, possibly leading to civil war. Raskin made these comments during a discussion on voter rights hosted by a left-wing professor.

In the video, Raskin references the Fourteenth Amendment, stating, “They want to kick it to Congress, so it’s going to be up to us on January 6th, 2025, to tell the rampaging Trump mobs that he’s disqualified, and then we need bodyguards for everybody and civil conditions.”

The video, originally posted on YouTube, seems authentic based on the high-quality footage and accurate lip-syncing. Republican figures, including Chip Roy, have reacted strongly, criticizing Raskin for what they see as reckless and inflammatory rhetoric.

Raskin’s comments have been condemned for their potential to incite violence and deepen political divisions. His reference to Trump supporters as “rampaging mobs” and the suggestion of requiring bodyguards in the event of Trump’s disqualification underscore the high stakes and potential for conflict.

The Supreme Court’s ruling against Colorado’s use of the Fourteenth Amendment to disqualify Trump places the responsibility on Congress. Raskin’s remarks highlight the contentious and volatile nature of this legal and political battle as the nation heads toward the 2024 election.