House Republicans Clash Over Multiple Censure Plans After Al Green's Disruption

Rep. Al Green’s attempts to disrupt President Trump’s joint address have led to competing calls for his censure. Now, multiple Republican factions are presenting their own resolutions, causing a rift over which version to adopt.

Key Facts:

Rep. Al Green, D-Texas, was removed from the House chamber for repeatedly interrupting President Trump’s speech early on.
Three separate censure resolutions have emerged from Republicans with differing approaches.
Rep. Dan Newhouse, R-Wash., a moderate, introduced one version that leadership may favor.
The House Freedom Caucus has put forth another resolution, led by Rep. Eli Crane, R-Ariz.
Rep. Troy Nehls, R-Texas, is circulating his own proposal, which has reportedly garnered 30 GOP co-sponsors.

The Rest of The Story:

Green’s outburst occurred just minutes into the president’s remarks.

🚨 MORE should happen to Rep. Al Green than just being censured by the House

He must be REMOVED from the Homeland Security and Financial Services Committees

He clearly can’t control himself, and Americans can’t trust him to be on these important committees.

This crap must END.… pic.twitter.com/G6TUO1UD36

— Nick Sortor (@nicksortor) March 5, 2025

Republican leaders quickly announced their intention to punish him for violating House rules of decorum. Yet, internal GOP tensions arose over who should take the lead.

Newhouse, who once voted to impeach President Trump, introduced a measure to censure Green that some conservatives believe could help shield him in a primary.

Rep. Dan Newhouse has introduced a resolution to censure Rep. Al Green. pic.twitter.com/wTBXAYIzmn

— Libs of TikTok (@libsoftiktok) March 5, 2025

In contrast, the House Freedom Caucus has crafted a separate version.

Speaker Mike Johnson, who was briefed on Newhouse’s plan, appears to lean toward backing the Washington lawmaker’s proposal.

Nonetheless, other Republicans, such as Rep. Troy Nehls, are pressing for their own resolutions.

New: Troy Nehls officially files his censure resolution against Al Green

The resolution has nearly 30 co-sponsors

Comes after Dan Newhouse already filed his Al Green censure resolution as privileged

An update on what’s been going on with this: https://t.co/uD98fumPTC pic.twitter.com/uTUc6ooUYA

— Liz Elkind (@liz_elkind) March 5, 2025

Commentary:

Green’s repeated interruptions during the president’s address were out of line. Such conduct is an embarrassment not only to his party but to the entire country.

With 80% of Americans believing Green’s behavior was inappropriate and disrespectful now is not the time for House Republicans to engage in internal disputes.

80% of viewers tonight believe Al Green's behavior was inappropriate.

Another example of the Democrats taking the 20% side on an 80/20 issue. pic.twitter.com/qLc5Ux6bHq

— Brigitte Gabriel (@ACTBrigitte) March 5, 2025

The goal should be a united message that this type of verbal outburst in Congress during a presidential address has no place, regardless of which party is in charge.

If they fail to unify behind a single censure resolution, it could project weakness at a moment when unity matters.

Republicans need to seize this opportunity to show they can govern effectively.

The public is watching to see if they will demonstrate seriousness or slip into needless bickering.

Passing one definitive censure resolution quickly would send a firm signal and a clear message that childish antics will not be tolerated in the House chamber.

The Bottom Line:

Green’s disruptions have spurred swift action from GOP lawmakers intent on upholding House rules.

Multiple censure proposals now compete for support, risking internal confusion.

Republican leadership must act decisively to pass a single measure.

Doing so will reaffirm their commitment to proper decorum in Congress.

House Republicans Clash Over Multiple Censure Plans After Al Green’s Disruption