Congressman's Dramatic Protest: Trump's Budget Cuts Spark Outrage

Rep. Al Green Disrupts Trump's Address, Protests Budget Cuts Washington, D.C. – On March 4, 2025, Rep. Al Green (D-TX) interrupted President Trump's address to a joint session of Congress. Green was subsequently escorted from the House chamber. His protest was a direct response to the President's proposed budget cuts to vital social programs. Speaking to reporters after the incident, Green declared, “I’ll accept the punishment. It’s worth it to let people know that there’s some of us who are going to stand up to against this president’s desire to cut Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security.” Green's protest highlights growing concerns about the potential impact of these cuts on millions of Americans. The video shows Green's emotional plea for the preservation of social safety nets. His words underline the significant impact these cuts would have on vulnerable populations. The incident underscores the deep political divisions surrounding the President’s budget proposals.

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Green was physically removed from the chambers as republicans chanted "hey, hey, hey. Goodbye."