House Votes to Censure Democrat Al Green for Disruption During Trump's Speech

The House voted to censure Rep. Al Green (D-TX) for disrupting President Trump's address to Congress, where he shouted that Trump had 'no mandate' to cut Medicaid. House Speaker Mike Johnson ordered Green's removal after he refused to take his seat, leading to a censure resolution filed by Rep. Dan Newhouse (R-WA) that passed mostly along party lines, 224-198. Newhouse described the censure as a necessary step to uphold decorum in Congress, while Green defended his actions as a matter of conscience, highlighting the suffering of constituents due to healthcare cuts. Despite the censure, many Democrats rallied around Green, viewing his protest as a legitimate response to the president's policies. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt condemned Green's behavior as disgraceful, while some on social media hailed him as an 'American hero.' The incident reflects ongoing tensions in Congress, particularly as Democrats strategize to counter Trump's influence.