The House voted to censure Rep. Al Green, D-Texas, for disrupting President Donald Trump’s address to Congress. Green stood and shouted at Trump, challenging the notion of a governing mandate claimed by the President. The censure resolution, passed in a mostly party-line vote of 224-198, signifies the House’s disapproval of Green’s conduct. Rep. Dan Newhouse, the resolution’s sponsor, described it as a necessary step to uphold decorum in the chamber.

Green, undeterred by the censure, defended his actions as a matter of principle and conscience, citing concerns about healthcare access for his constituents. Despite facing consequences, Green expressed no regrets and stated he would repeat his actions. The incident reflects the ongoing partisan tensions surrounding presidential addresses to Congress, with both sides engaging in disruptive behavior.

Republicans criticized Green’s behavior as a breach of conduct during a joint address, emphasizing the need for respectful discourse in the House. Democrats, however, pointed out instances of disruptions during past speeches by Democratic President Joe Biden, highlighting a lack of consistency in addressing such incidents.

As the aftermath of the censure unfolds, the incident underscores the challenges of maintaining civility and respect in the political arena. The differing perspectives on the incident reflect the broader divide in political discourse and the ongoing struggle to uphold decorum in congressional proceedings.