Democrats refused to escort President Donald Trump into the chamber ahead of the joint session of Congress as a form of protest, leading to tensions and disruptions during the event.
Key Points
Democrats boycotted escorting President Trump into the chamber
Tensions and disruptions occurred during the joint session of Congress
Speaker Johnson called in the Sergeant of Arms to address the disruptions
Pros
Democratic leaders took a stand against President Trump's policies
Highlighting the ongoing political divide in the country
Cons
Disruptive behavior during a formal event
Failure to uphold traditional norms of respect in politics