On Tuesday, March 4, Donald Trump took the podium for an unprecedented speech to a joint sesssion of Congress. Acccording to USA Today, Trump’s speech defended his efforts to put “America first,” and clocked in a just around an hour and 39 minutes. Per NPR, the president’s address to Congress is the “longest speech in modern history.”
That aside, Trump’s address to Congress has left some people praising his words and others comparing the entire event to an ‘Saturday Night Live’ comedy skit. If you missed the now-viral broadcast, The Shade Room is running down Trump’s address, the call-outs, walk-outs, and subsequent social media reactions.
Donald Trump’s Address To Congress Sparked Reactions Before It Even Kicked Off
Representative Jasmine Crockett made it clear Donald Trump’s address to Congress was on her radar. On Tuesday, March 4, she took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to inform the public of the upcoming event. However, while doing so, she urged the public “not to watch,” and she did so in a Kendrick Lamar-inspired fashion.
Peep the clip shared by Rep. Jasmine Crocket below.
Social media users immediately stepped into The Shade Room’s comment section to react to Rep. Crockett standing on business with the humorous clip. Additionally, some users shared less than impressed reactions to her clip.
Instagram user @vashchats wrote, “We love an educated woman with a side of ratchetivity 😌”
While Instagram user @1jasmineterry added, “This is absolutely ridiculous… At this point I truly believe politicians care about going viral now then the actual focus…. Not a fan of this at all.”
Instagram user @milli.tyme wrote, “She’s literally the voice for us in politics and i love every bit of it 🔥🙌”
While Instagram user @jarriknows added, “This is some of the worst political advice I ever heard. She’s literally telling people to remain under informed on what’s going on.”
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Trump's Address Featured An Interesting View Of Congress
As Donald Trump’s address to Congress kicked off at 9 p.m. EST on Tuesday, images of the congressional audience flooded social media. Additionally, one couldn’t help but notice that a large portion of the congressional audience held up various signs. Some read, “SAVE MEDICAID,” while others read, “MUSK STEALS,” and “PROTECT VETERANS.”
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Social media users reacted to the apparent protests of some congressional members in The Shade Room’s comment section.
Instagram user @_k_dominique wrote, “This country is nothing more than an SNL skit.”
While Instagram user @chefjasminrenee added, “Them weak ass signs ain’t doing nothing. Throw something”
Instagram user @__porshaa wrote, “They kinda ate with these signs”
While Instagram user @mscinelu added, “Where is the guy who threw the shoe at Bush when you need him?”
Instagram user @queenwhitneybeverly wrote, “‘This is NOT normal’ Should be on a shirt asap.”
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Texas Rep. Al Green Is Removed From Trump's Address
According to USA Today, Texas Rep. Al Green turned heads during Trump’s address by reportedly interrupting the president before he started his speech. Afterward, the entire congress was demanded to mantain decorum amid Trump’s words. Subsequently, Rep. Green was directed to take his seat as the event continued. However, he seemingly refused and was escorted out of the event.
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While speaking with reporters after being removed, Rep. Green explained that he was trying to tell Trump that he has “no mandate to cut Medicaid.”
“I’m also working on my articles of impeachment,” Green reportedly added.
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More On What Trump Said During His Address To Congress
According to NPR, Trump’s speech largely focused on highlighting and championing the demands of his fellow Republicans. His speech touched on anti-trans efforts in school systems, targeting of pro-diversity programs, and efforts to boast America’s patriotism to the world — such as his plans to rename the Panama Canal.
Per the outlet, Trump briefly addressed inflation while touching his ongoing plans to enact tariffs on various foreign countries. However, instead of indepthly laying out his plans for inflation, NPR reports that the president appeared the blame the economy’s current state on former president Joe Biden. He reportedly mentioned Biden 13 times in his speech.
“Joe Biden especially let the price of eggs get out of control,” Trump reportedly said. “The egg prices, out of control. And we’re working hard to get it back down.”
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As his speech continued, Trump reportedly praised Elon Musk and DOGE. Per NPR, he asserted that DOGE uncovered “hundreds of billions” in government fraud. However, the outlet reports that the numbers just “don’t appear to add up.” Per the outlet, Trump appeared to make less than true claims about fraudulent social security payments, the revenue garnered from his recent tariffs, and the country’s spending on the war in Ukraine.
Per 6abc Philadelphia, Trump also doubled down on his plans to enact a “gold card” which would allow wealthy immigrants to pay $5 million for U.S. citizenship.
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Furthermore, Trump spoke on his continued efforts to enact tax cuts. Swipe below to see an interesting reaction from one congressional member, Rashida Tlaib.
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More On The Call-Outs, Walk-Outs & Viral Social Media Reactions
According to 6abc Philadephia, the Democratic response to Trump’s speech appeared “incredibly disjointed.” Some members protested wearing “RESIST” shirts, others walked out during his address, and others reportedly caused disruptions and distractions.
South Carolina Rep. Jim Clyburn has gone viral for his reaction to Trump’s words.
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Meanwhile, Rep. Jasmine Crockett took to socials to share footage of her and others deciding to leave amid the event.
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On X, Rep. Crockett later explained her decision while punching back at some of Trump’s prospective plans.
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Nonetheless, this reportedly did not stop Trump in his stride of words.
“We will stand up and we will fight, fight, fight for the country our citizens believe in and for the country our people deserve,” he reportedly said toward the end of his speech. “… Get ready for an incredible future because the golden age of America has only just begun. It will be like nothing ever seen before. Thank you. God bless you and God bless America.”
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Additionally, according to Fox News, conservatives appeared to be pleased with Trump’s address to congress. Some reportedly called the event a display of “Peak Trump,” while others noted feeling like “they could run through a wall for America.”
