Democratic Sit-In at Capitol Protests Proposed Budget Cuts
Hakeem Jeffries and Cory Booker lead a sit-in at the Capitol in opposition to proposed Republican budget cuts targeting Medicaid, education, and public assistance.
Summary
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Senator Cory Booker staged a sit-in at the U.S. Capitol, addressing proposed cuts to Medicaid and social services in the upcoming Republican budget. They called it a moral moment, urging dialogue with the public about the implications of the proposed budget, which they argue favors tax breaks for the wealthy over support for low-income families. The sit-in, featuring participation from other lawmakers and activists, reflects growing frustration among Democrats toward the Trump administration's agenda as Congress reconvenes after a recess.