INTERNATIONAL — February 25, 2026
Democratic lawmakers protest during Trump's address to US Congress
US President Donald Trump's congressional address faced protests from Democrats, including Rep. Ilhan Omar accusing him of killing Americans and Rep. Al Green being expelled for a protest banner. Trump claimed to have ended eight wars amid shouts of "Liar" from opponents.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with RTA — 2 min read
US President Donald Trump's annual address to Congress was met with protests and interruptions, particularly from Democratic representatives.
Rep. Ilhan Omar, a Muslim member of Congress, told Trump during a verbal exchange, "You killed Americans and you should be ashamed."
Rep. Al Green, who held a banner reading "Black people are not monkeys," was expelled from the chamber.
Trump claimed in his speech that he had ended eight wars, prompting Democratic representatives to react quickly by shouting "Liar." Trump responded by calling them "sick people."
The events unfolded during Trump's State of the Union address, as reported by RTA.
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Single source provides direct, on-record quotes from named officials (Rep. Ilhan Omar, Rep. Al Green, Trump) with concrete details about a public event.
The source language mixes facts with framing or advocacy wording. Source title 'Trump Mocked and Protested' uses emotional framing; body phrases like 'mockery and protest' and quote 'you killed Americans and should be ashamed' add charged emotional loading.
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