Rep. Thomas Massie, a Kentucky Republican, announced on Thursday that his office would not adhere to the Washington, D.C., vaccination mandate that goes into effect on Saturday.
"The DC vaccine mandate kicks in this weekend. My office will not comply," Massie tweeted.
"We will not show papers. We will not order takeout from restaurants that require papers for dine in. We will get our food from Virginia or we will bring it to work," he added.
Massie denounced the mandate, which is set to take effect at 6:00 a.m. Saturday.
The DC vaccine mandate kicks in this weekend. My office will not comply. We will not show papers. We will not order takeout from restaurants that require papers for dine in. We will get our food from Virginia or we will bring it to work. Shame has befallen our nation’s capital.
— Thomas Massie (@RepThomasMassie) January 14, 2022
Once in effect, any person who is 12 or older will be required to present proof of vaccination before entering indoor facilities in the city, including gyms, restaurants, bars, and nightclubs.
"Shame has befallen our nation’s capital," Massie said.
Massie has really stepped up. I’ve been very impressed with him over this last year.