The House of Representatives officially censured Rep. Al Green for his heckling of President Trump during a Senate address. The censure passed 224 to 198, with some Democrats joining Republicans in support. During the censure proceedings, chaos ensued as Green and fellow Democrats sang 'We Shall Overcome.' This incident underscores the internal conflict within the Democratic party over how to confront Trump, revealing a faction keen on aggressive resistance versus those advocating a more measured approach. Censuring has seen increased usage for political disputes, as previously demonstrated with former Rep. Jamaal Bowman's censure in 2023.
"A censure is one of the highest forms of reprimand in the House. The resolution is a formal and public condemnation or disapproval of a member's individual behavior."
"It was another dramatic moment after Mr. Green's outburst on Tuesday night, reflecting a determination among some Democrats to aggressively resist Mr. Trump."
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