Last night Democrat and Republican lawmakers came together for the annual Congressional Baseball Game at Nationals Park in Washington D.C. Republicans beat Democrats 10-0. It was a blowout, but the game is usually played in good spirits and with an attitude of friendly competition.
"Since 1909 the Congressional Baseball Game has been an annual bipartisan event beloved by all and enjoyed by thousands. Members of the United States Congress from each party solidify friendships off the floor and on the field. Over the last century the Congressional Baseball Game’s popularity has contributed to its evolution into a foundation called Congressional Sports for Charity that supports worthy and effective Washington, DC area charities," the official website for the event states. "These charities include The Washington Literacy Center, The Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Washington, and Washington Nationals Philanthropies along with the United States Capitol Police Memorial Fund in gratitude to the brave officers at the Republican practice shooting on June 14, 2017."
5 years ago my colleagues & I were attacked playing baseball—because we’re Republicans.
— Steve Scalise (@SteveScalise) July 28, 2022
We didn't let it stop us then & nothing will stop us now.
It's been a long journey, but tonight we play the Congressional Baseball Game—5 years stronger.
Full Video: https://t.co/GVZPIpscCc pic.twitter.com/znbz1bdc35
Republicans beat the Democrats 10-0 in the annual Congressional baseball game at Nats Park. Dem CA Rep Pete Aguilar wins MVP for the Dems. Freshman GOP TX Rep August Pfluger comes into the game in relief & notches the MVP for the Republicans
— Chad Pergram (@ChadPergram) July 29, 2022
But Democrat Congresswoman Linda Sanchez just couldn't help herself and flipped off the Republican team as she ran by.
Here's the video clip. #CongressionalBaseballGame pic.twitter.com/yjPRcSHmrA
— Jeremy Art (@cspanJeremy) July 29, 2022
Keeping it classy.