Competing Censure Efforts for Al Green Showcase GOP Divisions and Dissent

The House GOP finds itself grappling with internal divisions as two competing resolutions arise to censure Rep. Al Green from Texas. This discord surfaces following a chaotic incident during President Donald Trump’s address to a joint session of Congress.

During the address, Green attempted to disrupt proceedings shortly after they began. His actions prompted his removal from the chamber, an act that could lead to significant political ramifications. Various factions within the Republican Party now express frustration over how to address Green’s conduct.

Resolution Response from Moderates and Hardliners

Despite the slim House majority held by Republicans, a resolution aimed at reprimanding Green is anticipated to advance. However, varying approaches to this resolution have sparked debate among GOP members. One of the more moderate voices in this dispute, Rep. Dan Newhouse from Washington, introduced his own censure proposal on Wednesday.

Newhouse’s resolution accuses Green of