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Is My Senator Attending the State of the Union? 30 Democrats Boycott
Democratic lawmakers held a rival rally called the 'People's State of the Union' to protest President Trump's speech and deliver an alternative message.
- On Feb 24, about 30 elected Democrats skipped President Donald Trump’s State of the Union to attend a People's State of the Union rally on the National Mall, Washington, D.C.
- By centering people harmed by his first year, Murphy said, `These aren’t normal times and showing up for this speech puts a veneer of legitimacy on the corruption and lawlessness that has defined his second term.`
- Other participants included Ayanna Pressley, D-Mass., Jim Himes, D-Conn., and Senator Ruben Gallego, D-Ariz., who spoke on the National Mall.
- Most lawmakers typically attend States of the Union, but this year many staged high-profile protests, marking a notable break from usual practice.
- Protesters on the Mall displayed signs reading 'Protect Our Democracy' and 'No Money for ICE', while a parallel event called State of the Swamp planned to host Democratic politicians on the National Mall.
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'He does not deserve an audience': Democrats skip Trump speech for 'People's State of the Union'
Around 30 Democrats boycotted President Donald Trump's address, holding a 'People's State of the Union' event to highlight those harmed by his policies. Senator Chris Murphy criticized Trump for mocking democratic institutions, while demonstrators protested immigration enforcement and democratic norms. Another event, 'State of the Swamp,' also aimed to amplify opposition voices.
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Total News Sources17
Leaning Left5Leaning Right5Center4Last UpdatedBias Distribution36% Left, 36% Right
Bias Distribution
- 36% of the sources lean Left, 36% of the sources lean Right
36% Right
L 36%
C 28%
R 36%
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