Al Green allies who derailed House floor could see committee roles stripped
Rep. Andy Ogles, a Republican from Tennessee, has taken a bold step by filing a resolution to hold Democrats accountable for disrupting House proceedings during the censure of Rep. Al Green, a Democrat from Texas. Ogles expressed his frustration with the behavior of his Democratic colleagues, emphasizing the need for respect and decorum on the House floor.
In his resolution, Ogles aims to strip committee assignments from the Democratic lawmakers who caused chaos during the censure vote. He plans to push for a vote on the resolution as early as next week, highlighting the urgency of addressing the issue. Ogles intends to discuss the matter with Speaker Mike Johnson, a Republican from Louisiana, to ensure swift action.
The incident that prompted Ogles’ resolution occurred when House Democrats, including Green, disrupted President Donald Trump’s speech to a joint session of Congress. Despite efforts to censure Green for his behavior, Democrats gathered with him on the House floor, singing “We shall overcome” and causing a commotion that led to a temporary recess.
Ogles’ resolution, obtained exclusively by Fox News Digital, directs the House Sergeant-at-Arms to identify the members who defied the speaker’s instructions to leave the well of the House. These members would then be removed from any standing committee they currently serve on for the remainder of the 119th Congress, according to the text of the resolution.
Speaking to Fox News Digital, Ogles emphasized the need for accountability and consequences for disruptive behavior on the House floor. He cited Speaker Johnson’s efforts to address the situation with grace and warned that actions must be taken if warnings are ignored.
Rep. Green, who was removed from Trump’s joint address to Congress for disrupting the speech, remained unapologetic about his actions. He defended his behavior as an act of conscience, stating that he was willing to suffer the consequences for speaking out on important issues like healthcare.
Ogles’ resolution represents a significant step towards maintaining order and respect in the House of Representatives. By holding members accountable for their actions, Ogles is sending a clear message that disruptive behavior will not be tolerated. As the resolution moves forward, it will be interesting to see how House leadership responds to this unprecedented situation.
Elizabeth Elkind, a politics reporter for Fox News Digital, is closely following developments related to Ogles’ resolution and the fallout from the censure of Rep. Green. For the latest updates on this story and other political news, follow @liz_elkind on Twitter and send tips to elizabeth.elkind@fox.com.
