Wed Mar 05 06:18:00 UTC 2025: ## Congressman Ejected During Trump’s Congress Address
**Washington, D.C. – March 5, 2025** – Tensions flared during President Donald Trump’s first major address to a joint session of Congress on Tuesday, resulting in the ejection of Democratic Congressman Al Green. Green, representing Texas’ 9th district, disrupted the speech by shouting, “You don’t have a mandate” to dismantle healthcare programs. His protest was met with cheers from Republicans and chants of “USA! USA!” House Speaker Mike Johnson ordered Green’s removal, stating he should be censured for his actions.
The event unfolded amidst a highly partisan atmosphere. While Republicans welcomed Trump with enthusiastic applause, Democrats displayed signs of dissent, with New Mexico Congresswoman Melanie Stansbury’s sign reading “This is not normal” being confiscated. Dozens of Democrats walked out during the speech, many wearing Ukrainian flag colors in a show of solidarity following a recent diplomatic rift between Trump and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy. Trump dismissed the Democrats’ actions, claiming he could do nothing to appease them.
Green, a veteran civil rights advocate and known critic of Trump, told reporters his disruption was “worth it” to highlight his opposition to cuts to Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security. He has previously attempted to impeach Trump. Speaker Johnson condemned Green’s actions, asserting the House would not tolerate such disruptions. The incident marks a significant escalation in the political divide between the two parties.
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