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PresidentJoe Bidendelivered the second State of the Union address of his presidency on Tuesday evening — an event that elicited cheers from Democrats, boos from Republicans and endless reactions on social media.
FromMitt RomneytellingGeorge Santoshe “doesn’t belong” in Congress to the internet deridingMarjorie Taylor Greenefor her coat — and her behavior — here’s what you missed.
The Mitt Romney-George Santos Exchange
One of the most heated moments of Tuesday’s event came before the address even began, when Republican Sen. Romney was caught on camera in a tense exchange with fellow Republican Rep. Santos, who ismired in controversyand the subject ofnumerous investigationsafter admitting he fabricated much of his backstory.
“You don’t belong here,“Romney reportedly told Santos, as the New York Rep. tried to shake hands with fellow lawmakers.
Speaking to reporters after the speech, Romney said, “I didn’t expect that he’d be standing there trying to shake hands with every senator and the president of the United States,“The New York Timesreports.
“Given the fact that he’s under ethics investigation, he should be sitting in the back row and staying quiet instead of parading in front of the president and people coming into the room,” Romney added.
Santos lashed out at Romney after the event, taking toTwitterto write: “Hey @MittRomney just a reminder that you will NEVER be PRESIDENT!”
Marjorie Taylor Greene’s Coat
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No stranger to controversy or viral moments, the Georgia Republican attempted to draw attention with a white helium balloon, which was meant as a reference for thesuspected Chinese spy balloonrecently shot down on the orders of Joe Biden.
Instead, it was Greene’s coat that got the most attention, at least on social media, where users roasted the outfit for being “made from the dogs George Santossaid he was rescuing,” or likening the Republican toCruella de Vil.
Kevin McCarthy Gets the Ben Affleck Treatment
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Just days afterBen Affleckwent viral for appearing bored at theGrammy Awards, it was newly elected House SpeakerKevin McCarthy’s turn to get the meme treatment.
“Kevin McCarthy is theBen Affleckof the #StateOfTheUnion,” wrote one Twitter user.
“Kevin McCarthy at the SOTU is likeBen Affleckat the Grammys…” wrote another.
Bono Makes an Appearance
First ladyJill Bidenwelcomed guests to join her and second gentlemanDoug Emhoffin the viewing box during the address. The White House announced that Dr. Biden invitedmore than 20 guests, including U2 frontmanBono.
Kyrsten Sinema’s Dress Goes Viral
Arizona Sen.Kyrsten Sinemahas a penchant forcolorful ensembles, and her attire for Tuesday’s speech was no different. Dressed in a bright yellow dress with statement-making ruffled sleeves, the congresswoman drew mockery from both sides of the political aisle.
“I see Kyrsten Sinema skinned Big Bird for her outfit,” wrote on Twitter user, while another suggested her aesthetic inspiration came courtesy of Tweety Bird.
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