Al Green cane-waving outburst disrupted Trump’s speech, sparking a censure fight. Why was he ejected, and what’s next?
Washington, D.C. – March 5, 2025. In a scene straight out of a political thriller, Representative Al Green (D-Texas) was forcibly removed from the House chamber last night after disrupting President Donald Trump’s address to a joint session of Congress. The 77-year-old lawmaker’s cane-waving outburst—complete with shouts of “You have no mandate!”—has ignited a firestorm, landing him in the crosshairs of a Republican-led censure push and thrusting him into the national spotlight.
Why Congress Ejected Al Green During Trump’s Speech
The drama unfolded on March 4, 2025, as Trump, freshly into his second term, touted his administration’s agenda before a packed Congress, according to CNN coverage of the event. Green, a longtime Trump foe, wasn’t having it. Standing defiantly, he brandished his black cane and bellowed objections, zeroing in on Trump’s perceived plans to slash Medicaid. “You don’t have a mandate to cut Medicaid!” Green roared (The Washington Post), ignoring Speaker Mike Johnson’s orders to sit down. After several tense minutes, Johnson signaled the Sergeant at Arms, who escorted Green out as Republicans cheered “USA!” and “Get out!” from the floor, per Fox News reporters on the scene.
But here you can see Al Green latest news with hashtag #ISaidWhatISaid:
Last night I stood up for those who need Medicaid, Medicare, and Social Security. Democrats will never abandon the fight to make sure every American has a safe, healthy, and financially secure life. #ISaidWhatISaid pic.twitter.com/xbKArzeLp1
— Congressman Al Green (@RepAlGreen) March 6, 2025
Green, unrepentant, told Politico afterward, “I’d do it again. This was a matter of conscience.” The Texas Democrat, who’s served in Congress since 2005, has a history of clashing with Trump—leading impeachment efforts against him as far back as 2017, notes The New York Times. But this latest act might’ve made history: experts interviewed by NPR say it’s likely the first time a lawmaker’s been ejected from such a high-profile address in modern times.
By Wednesday morning, House Republicans pounced. Rep. Daniel Newhouse (R-Wash.) introduced a censure resolution, calling Green’s antics a “breach of decorum” that undermined the institution, according to a statement reported by The Hill. “This isn’t about any one president—it’s about respecting Congress,” Newhouse insisted, brushing off suggestions he’s currying favor with Trump loyalists. A vote’s slated for Thursday, March 6, and with the GOP holding the majority, Green’s fate seems sealed (Reuters). If passed, he’d join a rare club—only four other lawmakers have been censured this decade, per Congressional Quarterly.
Democrats, meanwhile, are split. The Congressional Black Caucus and progressives are rallying behind Green, framing his outburst as a brave stand against Trump’s policies. “He spoke for millions who feel unheard,” one ally told Axios. But party leaders like Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries are treading carefully, with Jeffries dodging questions about the censure: “I haven’t had that conversation yet,” he said to NBC News. Some centrists worry Green’s stunt handed Republicans a PR win, distracting from Trump’s speech.
The public’s reaction? Explosive. Posts on X range from “Al Green’s a hero!” to “He’s a disgrace—recall him!”—a sentiment echoed in trending hashtags like #AlGreenOut and #StandWithAl, based on real-time X data analysis. The incident’s timing—early in Trump’s renewed presidency—amps up its stakes, spotlighting the deep partisan rift as both sides brace for battles over healthcare, Social Security, and more, according to Bloomberg.
What’s next for Green? Censure’s mostly symbolic—no fines, no expulsion—but it’s a black mark on his 20-year career. Undeterred, he’s reportedly drafting impeachment articles against Trump again, a source close to Green leaked to The Guardian. As one observer put it on X, “Green’s not backing down—and neither is the chaos.” Stay tuned: Thursday’s vote could set the tone for a wild congressional term.
sources: bbc, reuters, yahoo, independent
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