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Rep. Al Green Censured After Outburst During Trump’s Address to Congress

The Texas Democrat interrupted President Trump’s speech, citing frustration over Medicaid cuts and GOP policies, leading to a formal rebuke by the House.

Republicans rushed to formally reprimand Rep. Al Green for shouting at President Trump during his marathon address to a joint session of Congress.
WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 04: Rep. Al Green (D-TX) shouts out as U.S. President Donald Trump addresses a joint session of Congress at the U.S. Capitol on March 04, 2025 in Washington, DC. Win McNamee/Pool via
Rep. Al Green disrupts President Donald Trump as he addressed to a joint session of Congress at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., on March 4, 2025.
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Overview

  • Rep. Al Green (D-Texas) was censured by the House after interrupting President Donald Trump’s address to Congress, objecting to claims of a mandate and proposed Medicaid cuts.
  • Green’s actions included shaking his cane and refusing to sit down, prompting House Speaker Mike Johnson to remove him from the chamber.
  • The censure vote passed with support from all Republicans and ten Democrats, while two additional Democrats, including Green, voted ‘present.’
  • Green defended his actions as a spontaneous protest inspired by civil rights activism, invoking advice from the late Rep. John Lewis about the necessity of disruptive peaceful protest.
  • Known for his activism and long-standing focus on his Houston district, Green plans to continue opposing Trump’s policies, including filing additional impeachment articles.