Sen. John Kennedy delivered pointed remarks addressing Rep. Eric Swalwell, focusing on what he described as the impact on public confidence in Congress during a recent statement.

Kennedy began by outlining his general position on personal animosity, stating, “I don't know whether I ought to do this, but I want to do it.”

He continued, “I don't hate anybody. I've said that before, that before standing here, I don't I do not.”

Kennedy added that his approach is rooted in personal reflection, saying, “When I pray, I pray, God, don't let me hate because it is hard up here. It's not worth it.”

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Despite that position, Kennedy said there are exceptions when considering individuals whose actions he believes have had broader consequences.

“But if I had a short list of people that I would consider hating, Congressman Eric Swalwell would be on it,” Kennedy said.

He then addressed his concerns about Swalwell’s role in Congress, stating, “He is. He has undermined the confidence of the American people in this body.”

Kennedy used a metaphor during his remarks to describe his view of Swalwell, saying, “Here's my impression of Congressman Eric Swalwell eating an ice cream cone.”

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He continued with a broader statement, saying, “You know why I do that? Life is hard, but it's harder when you're stupid.”

Kennedy added, “And if you're going to be stupid, by God, you better be tough.”

He also made a broader observation about leadership and standards, stating, “This is no country for creepy old men.”

Kennedy concluded his remarks by directing the statement back toward Swalwell, saying, “And Congressman saw well, he better find that out.”

He added a final remark referencing accountability, stating, “Karma may be slow, but it's almost always on time.”

The comments come as discussions around conduct, rhetoric, and public trust in Congress continue, with lawmakers on both sides facing scrutiny over their statements and actions.

Kennedy’s remarks focused specifically on his view that actions taken by individual members can affect broader perceptions of the institution.

His statement centered on concerns about maintaining credibility and public confidence in Congress.

Swalwell has been a frequent subject of criticism from Republican lawmakers in recent years, particularly on issues involving investigations and political messaging.

Kennedy’s comments add to that ongoing debate, reflecting continued divisions within Congress over conduct and accountability.

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