Congressman Al Green Ejected for Criticizing Donald Trump

A dramatic scene unfolded during Donald Trump’s address to Congress when Democratic congressman Al Green was ejected from the chamber. As Trump took the podium, Green began criticizing the president, shouting that he lacked a popular mandate while waving his handkerchief. Despite warnings, Green continued his protest, prompting officials to remove him from the session. Speaking later to NBC, Green explained that hearing Trump reference a popular mandate “broke something inside me.” He added, “He doesn’t have the mandate to cut healthcare from the poor.” The event also saw other forms of protest; Democratic lawmakers wore pink in solidarity with women’s rights and held signs reading ‘Save Medicaid’ and ‘False.’ Some even left the room as Trump began speaking.