House Republicans move to censure Rep. Al Green

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House Republicans are preparing to vote on a censure for Rep. Al Green, D-Texas, after he disrupted President Trump's speech to Congress. The initial vote to table the censure resolution passed narrowly, 209-211. Green protested during Trump's address by standing in the aisle and waving his cane. House Speaker Mike Johnson ordered his removal when he refused to sit down. Green stated he would accept any consequences for his actions. This censure follows a trend, as three Democrats have been censured in the past two years. Rep. Dan Newhouse, R-Wash., introduced the resolution, emphasizing the need to uphold the integrity of the House.


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