
Democratic lawmakers are discussing a litany of options to protest at President Trump's speech to Congress on Tuesday, including through outright disruption, including noisemakers, a half dozen House Democrats told Axios.
Some of these tactics go beyond their leaders' recommendation that members bring guests hurt by Trump and DOGE. This sets up a potential clash between party traditionalists and its more combative anti-Trump wing.
Some members have told colleagues they may walk out of the chamber when Trump says specific lines they find objectionable, lawmakers told Axios.
A wide array of props — including noisemakers — has also been floated
Criticism of transgender kids was brought up as a line in the sand that could trigger members to storm out, according to a House Democrat.
Signs with anti-Trump or anti-DOGE messages — just as Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-Mich.) held up a sign during Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's speech last year that said "war criminal."
Eggs or empty egg cartons to highlight how inflation is driving up the price of eggs.
Pocket constitutions to make the case that Trump has been violating the Constitution by shutting down congressionally authorized agencies.
Hand clappers, red cards and various other props have also been discussed, multiple sources said.