Trump Supporter Disrupts Democrats' SOTU Boycott Rally

Protester crashes stage, calls Sen. Chris Murphy a 'scumbag' during event opposing State of the Union address

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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A Trump supporter disrupted a rally held by Democratic lawmakers who boycotted President Trump's State of the Union address, crashing the stage and calling Sen. Chris Murphy, D-Conn., a 'scumbag' before being escorted away by security. The 'People's State of the Union' event was meant to provide an alternative platform for Democrats to address the country, but was mocked online as a partisan stunt.

Why it matters

The incident highlights the deep partisan divisions in the country, with the protester's actions seen by some as an act of patriotism while Democrats condemned it as disruptive behavior. It also reflects the challenges facing the Democratic party as it seeks to position itself in opposition to the Trump administration.

The details

During the 'People's State of the Union' event, the protester interrupted Sen. Chris Murphy's speech, shouting 'Go, Trump!' and calling Murphy a 'scumbag' before being removed by security. The event featured several Democratic lawmakers, including Sens. Ruben Gallego, Jeff Merkley, and Reps. Pramila Jayapal and Bonnie Watson Coleman, who framed it as an opportunity to address the country's state in their own words apart from President Trump's official address.

  • The 'People's State of the Union' event took place on Tuesday, February 25, 2026, the same night as President Trump's State of the Union address.
  • The protester disrupted Sen. Chris Murphy's speech during the event.

The players

Chris Murphy

Democratic senator from Connecticut who was speaking at the 'People's State of the Union' event when he was interrupted by the protester.

Protester

A Trump supporter who crashed the stage during Sen. Murphy's speech, shouting 'Go, Trump!' and calling Murphy a 'scumbag' before being removed by security.

Democratic Lawmakers

Several Democratic senators and representatives, including Ruben Gallego, Jeff Merkley, Pramila Jayapal, and Bonnie Watson Coleman, who attended the 'People's State of the Union' event as an alternative to President Trump's official address.

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What they’re saying

“Go, Trump!”

— Protester (1010wcsi.com)

“Hey Murphy, you're a scumbag.”

— Protester (1010wcsi.com)

“Thanks, buddy.”

— Chris Murphy, Senator (1010wcsi.com)

What’s next

It is unclear if the protester will face any legal consequences for disrupting the event. The Democratic lawmakers who boycotted the State of the Union address will likely continue to criticize the Trump administration and seek alternative platforms to voice their opposition.

The takeaway

The incident at the 'People's State of the Union' rally underscores the deep partisan divisions in the country, with the protester's actions seen by some as an act of patriotism while Democrats condemned it as disruptive behavior. It reflects the challenges facing the Democratic party as it seeks to position itself in opposition to the Trump administration.