Rep. Al Green ejected for Interrupting Trump's speech

On March 4, 2025, during President Donald Trump's address to Congress, Democratic Representative Al Green from Texas interrupted the president’s speech, shouting, "You have no mandate!" and waving his cane. Despite warnings from House Speaker Mike Johnson, Green continued to protest, which led to his removal from the chamber by the Sergeant at Arms. Green, who has served since 2005, is known for his strong criticism of Trump, having initiated impeachment efforts as early as 2017. His protest today is part of a broader context of increasing political tensions, particularly among Democrats concerned about Trump’s policies, including cuts to social welfare programs like Medicaid. The incident sparked mixed reactions: while Republicans applauded Green’s expulsion, many Democrats criticized the handling of the event, pointing out that such interruptions have become more frequent in recent years, reflecting an increasingly polarized political climate. Republican leadership condemned Green’s actions, calling them disrespectful to legislative procedures, while some Democratic members expressed solidarity with their colleague, emphasizing the need to protest what they consider harmful policies to social well-being. This incident highlights the deep political divisions in the United States and raises questions about the future of political debate in the country, with Congress becoming more prone to public demonstrations of disagreement and verbal clashes.