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With The Democratic colleagues quiet, Green did not comply with Johnsons demands.
Nothing I can do.
Even before Rep. Greens removal, a number of prominent Democrats chose not to attend tonights speech.
Rep. Al Green (D-TX) is removed from the chamber as President Donald Trump addresses a joint session of Congress at the U.S. Capitol on March 04, 2025Getty
In fact, there was a dust-up between at least one Democrat and Republican before Trump started speaking.
At the same time Rep. Green spoke with reporters outside.
@RepAlGreenafter being removed from Joint Session of Congress: “I’ll accept the punishment.
The Lone Star State Democrat added.