In response to reports of planned protests by Democrats during President Donald Trump's primetime address to Congress, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt expressed her views on Tuesday.
Leavitt suggested that Democrats should consider applauding some of the points President Trump intends to present to the American public. "I think, frankly, the Democrats should think about if they should stand up in applause for some of the things President Trump will be talking about. He's bringing common sense back to this country," Leavitt remarked.
She criticized Senate Democrats for opposing a measure to keep men out of women's sports, noting that "80% of the country is for it."
As reported by Fox News, Leavitt also addressed the ongoing situation with Ukraine, highlighting President Trump's desire to broker a peace agreement. "President Trump wants to make a deal," she stated, lamenting that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has been reluctant to engage in meaningful negotiations. Leavitt emphasized Trump's role as a dealmaker, asserting that he seeks to end the conflict and had offered an economic agreement to Zelenskyy, which could have served as a deterrent to Russian aggression. However, the deal was not finalized, as Zelenskyy did not approach the negotiations with the appropriate mindset.
The anticipated protests during Trump's address, as reported by Axios, range from disruptive tactics like walkouts and noisemakers to more symbolic gestures such as wearing specific colors to convey political messages.
Democratic leaders have urged members to maintain civility, arguing that excessive disruptions could inadvertently bolster Trump's position. Traditional protest plans include the Democratic Women's Caucus wearing pink and the Congressional Black Caucus considering black attire, while others contemplate wearing blue and yellow in solidarity with Ukraine.
The President's speech, themed "The Renewal of the American Dream," will outline accomplishments from his second term, economic initiatives, border security funding, and global peace efforts. Scheduled for 9 p.m. EST, the address promises to be a significant event, with Leavitt describing it as "must-see TV."
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