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Democrats Plan Protests, Boycotts During Trump's Address

2/23/2026

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House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) urges members to protest discreetly during U.S. President Donald Trump's State of the Union address to keep focus on policies.
Some Democrats plan to boycott the speech, while others join the 'People’s State of the Union' on the National Mall.
Lawmakers invite guests to highlight issues they view as exposing Trump's vulnerabilities.
The protests reflect liberal frustration with the party's response to Trump's actions.

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House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) urges members to protest discreetly during U.S. President Donald Trump's State of the Union address to keep focus on policies.
Some Democrats plan to boycott the speech, while others join the 'People’s State of the Union' on the National Mall.
Lawmakers invite guests to highlight issues they view as exposing Trump's vulnerabilities.
The protests reflect liberal frustration with the party's response to Trump's actions.