Trump’s State of the Union draws Democratic protests : NPR
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Key Points:
- Democrats largely boycotted or protested President Trump's State of the Union address, with some attending counter-events or walking out during the speech.
- House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries encouraged Democrats to attend with "silent defiance," and some lawmakers, like Rep. Al Green, staged visible protests, resulting in his removal from the chamber.
- The protests highlighted issues such as immigration enforcement and racial justice, with Democrats criticizing Trump's policies and rhetoric during the speech.
- Polls indicate a majority of Americans, including many Democrats and independents, view the state of the union as weak and believe the country is worse off compared to the previous year.
- Trump responded to the protests by condemning Democratic lawmakers for not applauding and
