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Rep. Al Green Removed from Trump’s Address for Heckling

Rep. Al Green was escorted from President Trump's address to Congress for disrupting the speech, condemning proposed Medicaid cuts.

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During President Trump's address to Congress, Rep. Al Green was removed for repeatedly heckling the president about Medicaid cuts. The incident stirred chaos, with Democrats and Republicans reacting vocally. Speaker Mike Johnson warned against disruptions before ordering Green's removal, amidst chants from Republicans. Other Democrats also demonstrated against Trump’s policies with signs and attire. Despite leadership's advice to maintain decorum, many felt compelled to protest, emphasizing ongoing concerns over the administration's impact on social services.

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Rep. Al Green was removed for repeatedly interrupting President Trump's speech, specifically to protest proposed cuts to Medicaid, stating that Trump had 'no mandate' to make such cuts.

Following Green's removal, several House Democrats walked out, while others stood with their backs turned to Trump during his speech.

Rep. Green was protesting proposed cuts to Medicaid, Medicare, and Social Security, emphasizing the need to protect these programs for vulnerable populations.

Republicans reacted by chanting 'USA USA USA!' and 'sit down!' in an attempt to drown out Rep. Green's interruptions.

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