Rep. Al Green Forced Out Of Chamber During Trump's Speech

March 4, 2025, During President Donald Trump's address to Congress on March 4, 2025, Texas Representative Al Green was removed from the chamber after interrupting the speech multiple times in protest.

The situation escalated when Trump claimed he had a strong mandate from voters. Green stood up, waved his cane, and shouted, “You don’t have a mandate!” He was particularly upset about proposed cuts to Medicaid, a program that provides healthcare to millions of Americans. Republicans responded by chanting “USA! USA!” to drown him out, while House Speaker Mike Johnson called for order. When Green refused to back down, Johnson ordered the sergeant-at-arms to escort him out.

Speaking to reporters afterward, Green said he had no regrets. He explained that he felt it was his duty to stand up for vulnerable people, saying, “It’s worth it to let people know that some of us will not be silent when the poor are being harmed.”

This isn’t the first time Green has clashed with Trump. As a longtime representative from Texas’ 9th district, he has been an outspoken critic and even introduced articles of impeachment against Trump in the past.

Incidents like this are rare during presidential addresses, showing just how divided the political climate is right now. While Trump continued his speech after Green’s removal, the protest became a major topic of discussion, highlighting ongoing debates over policy decisions and the role of dissent in Congress.