The Democrats’ refusal to stand during President Donald Trump’s State of the Union on Tuesday extended to a direct question as to whether they cared more about the U.S. citizens they were elected to represent or illegal immigrants.
“Tonight, I’m inviting every legislator to join with my administration in reaffirming a fundamental principle,” Trumpsaid.
“If you agree with this statement, then stand up and show your support: The first duty of the American government is to protect American citizens, not illegal aliens,” he continued.
Onehalf of the chamberstood, and it was predictable which half it was:
🚨 HOLY CRAP! Congressional Democrats just CONFIRMED in front of MILLIONS they want to protect illegals over citizens
TRUMP: “Stand if you agree: The first duty of the American government is to protect American citizens, not illegal aliens.”
TRAITORS.pic.twitter.com/JvE0U9HTBT
— Eric Daugherty (@EricLDaugh)February 25, 2026
In fact, according to Fox News’ Bill Melugin, two Democrats in particular —Reps. Ilhan Omarof Minnesota and Rashida Tlaib of Michigan — were two of the only people on the other side of the aisle who didn’t remain “still.”
Instead, they were shouting “you’re killing Americans,” presumably in response to the Immigration and Customs Enforcement clashes in Minneapolis.
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