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New York Democratic Congressman Jamaal Bowman has denied setting off a fire alarm in the US House of Representatives on Saturday in order to stall a vote on a spending bill. The incident occurred as Democrats were trying to delay the vote, which would have kept the government open.

Bowman was caught on camera pulling the fire alarm, and Republicans have accused him of deliberately trying to disrupt the vote. However, Bowman has insisted that it was an accident.

In a statement, Bowman said that he was rushing to make a vote and came to a door that is usually open for votes but was locked on Saturday. He said that he mistakenly thought that pulling the fire alarm would open the door.

Bowman also said that he was not trying to delay the vote and that he was ultimately able to cast his vote in favor of the spending bill.

The incident has sparked a debate about whether or not Bowman was deliberately trying to disrupt the vote. Some people believe that he was, while others believe that it was an accident.

Republicans accuse Bowman of sabotage

Republicans have been quick to accuse Bowman of sabotaging the vote. House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy said that Bowman's actions were "irresponsible" and that he should "apologize to the American people."

Other Republicans have called for Bowman to be expelled from Congress.

"This is a disgrace," said Representative Elise Stefanik. "Bowman should be expelled from Congress for his actions."

Democrats defend Bowman

Democrats have defended Bowman, saying that they believe his explanation for the incident.

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said that she has spoken to Bowman and that she believes that he is "a man of integrity."

"I believe that Jamaal Bowman is a man of integrity," Pelosi said. "He has assured me that he was not trying to disrupt the vote and that it was an accident."

Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez also defended Bowman, saying that he is "a good man" and that she believes his explanation for the incident.

"Jamaal Bowman is a good man," Ocasio-Cortez said. "I believe his explanation for the incident and I stand by him."

Conclusion

The incident has sparked a debate about whether or not Bowman was deliberately trying to disrupt the vote. It is unclear what the consequences of the incident will be for Bowman, but it is likely that he will continue to face criticism from Republicans.

It is important to note that Bowman has not been charged with any crime and that he has denied any wrongdoing.