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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Mike Bedigan

Who is Al Green, the Democrat removed during Trump’s speech to Congress?

During the opening moments of Donald Trump’s address to Congress, Democratic representative Al Green got to his feet in protest, pointing his finger at the president while shouting “you have no mandate.”

The congressman, who represents Texas’ 9th District and is currently in his 11th term, was swiftly escorted out, telling reporters outside: "It's worth it to let people know that there are some people who are going to stand up" to the president.

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