In a dramatic turn of events during US President Donald Trump’s address to a joint session of Congress, Democratic lawmaker Al Green was removed from the House chamber after repeatedly interrupting the President’s speech. House Speaker Mike Johnson ordered Green’s removal after he defied warnings and continued heckling Trump’s remarks.

As Trump began his speech, he was greeted with chants of "USA! USA!" from Republican lawmakers. However, the moment was disrupted when Al Green, representing Texas' 9th Congressional District, stood up, shook his cane at Trump, and shouted, “You don’t have a mandate!”. His outburst led to immediate calls for order, and after repeated disruptions, House Speaker Mike Johnson directed security to escort Green out of the chamber.

Democratic Protests During Trump’s Speech

Al Green’s removal was not the only protest from Democrats during Trump’s address. Several Democratic lawmakers held up signs with slogans such as "Save Medicaid" and "Protect Veterans" in silent protest against Trump’s policies.

This incident echoes past tensions between Green and Trump, as Al Green has previously filed multiple articles of impeachment against the former and current President. His history of vocal opposition made his latest outburst a significant moment in the already charged political climate of the joint session.

Trump Delivers Record-Breaking Speech

Despite the interruption, Trump continued with his address, delivering a speech that lasted over an hour and 40 minutes, setting a new record for the longest address to a joint session of Congress. His lengthy speech surpassed President Bill Clinton’s 2000 State of the Union address, which previously held the record at 1 hour, 28 minutes, and 49 seconds.

During his address, Trump took credit for what he called "swift and unrelenting action" in reshaping the US economy, immigration policies, and foreign relations. He defended his administration’s aggressive stance on trade, vowing to take bold measures to protect American businesses from foreign competition.

Trump Announces Reciprocal Tariffs Against India and Other Countries

One of the most striking moments of Trump’s speech was his criticism of high tariffs imposed by India, China, and other nations. Trump announced that starting next month, the US will impose reciprocal tariffs on these countries to counter what he called an unfair trade imbalance.

“Other countries have used tariffs against us for decades, and now it's our turn to start using them against those other countries,” Trump stated firmly. He singled out India, China, Brazil, Mexico, and the European Union, arguing that these nations charge the US significantly higher tariffs than the US imposes on them.

Trump specifically targeted India’s high auto tariffs, stating: "India charges us auto tariffs higher than 100%." He also pointed out that:

• China’s average tariff on US products is twice what the US charges them.
• South Korea’s average tariff is four times higher, despite receiving military and economic assistance from the US.

Calling the global trade system "unfair", Trump stated that his administration would correct these imbalances through decisive action.

Trump’s Vision for His Second Term

Trump also used the speech to emphasize that his administration has achieved more in 43 days than most do in four or even eight years. He reiterated his belief that the US is on the verge of an economic resurgence, stating:

"We have just started. The United States is on the verge of a comeback, the likes of which the world has never seen before."

Political Fallout from the Speech

While Republican lawmakers applauded Trump's bold stance, Democrats reacted with frustration and disapproval. Many of them walked out of the chamber in protest at the end of Trump’s speech, while Republicans stood up, chanting "Fight! Fight! Fight!" in support of the President.

Al Green’s removal further underscored the deep political divide in Washington, with his supporters arguing that he was exercising his right to free speech, while Republicans dismissed his actions as political grandstanding.

Conclusion: A Night of High Drama in US Politics

Trump’s joint session address was a historic and controversial event, marked by record-breaking speech length, bold policy announcements, and intense political clashes.

With reciprocal tariffs set to take effect next month and ongoing tensions between Trump and the Democratic Party, this speech has set the stage for a tumultuous political battle in the months ahead.

As Trump declared: “The golden age of America has only just begun.”

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