Instead of boycotting President Trump’s joint address to Congress, some Democratic lawmakers are inviting former federal workers to protest against mass firings and funding cuts linked to his administration. This decision highlights how these policies are impacting American citizens. Representative Brad Schneider emphasizes that the presence of affected individuals will show the president the consequences of his actions. Former employees like Adam Mulvey and Gabriel D'Alatri share personal stories of unjust terminations, encapsulating the frustrations being voiced across the nation in response to the current administration's approach towards federal workers.
"Mr. Schneider said he chose not to skip the address so that the president didn't get a free pass and would see the effects his administration has had on people."
"Democratic lawmakers are inviting former federal workers to the speech on Tuesday as a way to protest the mass firings and funding cuts that have defined Mr. Trump's first month back in office."
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