Rep. Williams: Victims of terrorist attacks should have their day in court

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Roger Williams (R – Austin) this afternoon voted to override President Barack Obama’s veto of the Justice Against Sponsors of Terrorism Act – a bill which would allow victims of terrorism to sue foreign governments for attacks on American soil.

“Today, Democrats and Republicans came together, united, to ensure that victims of terrorist attacks in the U.S. can have their day in court against nations that support the murder of Americans,” said Williams. “Outdated policies of immunity for foreign governments, including those which sponsor terrorism, must not prevent justice from being served.”

Earlier this year, the Justice Against Sponsors of Terrorism Act unanimously passed the Senate and House but was vetoed last week by President Obama.

The Senate voted 97-1 and the House voted 348-77 to override the veto.

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