Kiko “CongressMeow” Barzaga To Be Suspended for 60 Days After 249 Members Voted ‘Yes’

Kiko “CongressMeow” Barzaga is in hot water again as the House of Representatives voted overwhelmingly to suspend him for 60 days. The chamber approved the disciplinary action with 249 members supporting the move, showing strong agreement on the consequences for disorderly behavior.

Kiko Barzaga Grounds of Suspension

Barzaga faced suspension after 249 members of the House of Representatives voted in favor, citing his actions as having caused disorder and undermined the dignity and integrity of the House.

He was cited for:

• Posting inappropriate and indecent photos on his Facebook page, including images of scantily dressed women and displays of cash meant to flaunt wealth.

• Sharing inflammatory and malicious content that the panel said undermined public trust in the House of Representatives.

• Keeping these posts publicly visible even after concerns were raised, which the committee said brought disrepute to the institution.

• Violating Section 141(a) of Rule 20 of the House Rules and Section 4(c) of the Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials and Employees.

What the Suspension Means Moving Forward

Barzaga’s 60-day suspension marks a significant action by the House after 249 members voted in favor of the penalty. The decision concludes the chamber’s review of the case and outlines the consequences set by the ethics committee, closing this chapter of the proceedings.