A fiery protest erupted outside the U.S. Capitol on Monday afternoon, effectively drowning out a scheduled press conference by top Republican lawmakers, as tensions surrounding former President Donald Trump continue to escalate.
The event, organized to defend Trump against his mounting legal and political woes, was overshadowed by hundreds of demonstrators chanting slogans, waving placards, and demanding accountability over what many are calling “an erosion of democracy.” Protesters carried signs reading “No One Is Above the Law” and “Protect the Constitution, Not Corruption.”
Senators Ted Cruz, Josh Hawley, and Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene attempted to speak to the press but were repeatedly drowned out by chants of “Shame!” and “Lock him up!” The GOP lawmakers were visibly frustrated, and the press conference was cut short after just 12 minutes.
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The protest comes amid a fresh wave of negative headlines for Trump. Earlier in the day, new court filings revealed that federal prosecutors have secured further witness testimony in the classified documents case, with one former aide allegedly confirming that Trump knowingly obstructed attempts to retrieve the materials.
Additionally, a recent NBC poll shows Trump’s approval ratings slipping among independent voters, dropping below 30% for the first time since 2023. Analysts say the cumulative effect of legal battles, erratic public statements, and internal GOP rifts are eroding the former president’s influence heading into the 2026 midterms.
“This is not just about Donald Trump anymore,” said Lisa Harrold, a protest organizer and former Capitol Hill staffer. “This is about whether we let our democracy be trampled by those who twist the truth and use fear to hold onto power.”
Inside GOP circles, there’s growing anxiety. While Trump remains a powerful fundraising force, several party strategists privately admit that defending him publicly is becoming a political liability, especially in competitive swing districts.
The chaotic press conference is the latest indication that Trump’s controversies are not going away quietly and that public resistance may only grow louder.
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