Rep. Al Green, D-Texas, was removed from the House chamber during President Donald Trump’s joint address to Congress after disrupting the speech by standing and shaking his cane towards the president. Other lawmakers cheered and booed him, causing chaos on the House floor. House Speaker Mike Johnson read House rules reminding members to maintain decorum, prompting the sergeant at arms to remove Green from the chamber. Green, who has pushed for Trump’s impeachment, cited concerns about Trump’s budget cuts to programs like Medicaid. Other signs of protest included members wearing pink to protest Trump’s policies on women and families, wearing blue and yellow ties in support of Ukraine, and critiquing Elon Musk for his comments on Social Security. Some Democrats held paddles with messages like “SAVE MEDICAID” and “MUSK STEALS.” Rep. Rashida Tlalib held a white board that said “THAT’S A LIE.” Some House Democrats revealed black shirts with messages like “Resist” and “No more kings.” Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove walked out of the speech, calling the president’s remarks “shameful.” House Democratic leaders had urged members to show proper decorum during the joint address and not to use props to protest. The focus was to remain on the impact of Trump’s policies on the people rather than making it about themselves.
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