Rep. Andy Ogles (R-TN) has taken a significant step in response to recent disorder on the House floor, filing a resolution aimed at disciplining several Democrats who disrupted the proceedings during Rep. Al Green's recent censure over conduct during a presidential address.

Ogles seeks to remove committee assignments from those involved in the protest that temporarily upended the House proceedings meant to sanction Green, as Fox News reports.

The disruption unfolded on Thursday when Democrat lawmakers gathered around Green during his censure. Their protest included singing "We Shall Overcome," an act that led Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) to call a recess amid the commotion.

Ogles' Resolution and Potential Impact, Explored

Ogles' resolution aims to address this incident by removing committee roles from those identified as participants in the disruption. The Tennessee Republican plans to discuss the resolution with Johnson to further its progress. Declaring the resolution "privileged" allows it to be addressed within two legislative days, potentially leading to a vote as early as next week.

During the protest, most House Democrats resisted Green's censure. However, ten Democrats sided with Republicans, while Green and one other member chose to vote "present" rather than cast a decisive vote.

Democrats Create Scene on House Floor

The protest saw Democrats physically gather with Green, causing a noticeable disturbance that the speaker had to pause.

The resolution now calls upon the House sergeant-at-arms to identify those who disregarded the speaker’s instructions, proposing their removal from committee assignments for the duration of the 119th Congress.

Green previously caught the attention of many by interrupting President Donald Trump's speech to Congress on Tuesday night.

He shouted, "You have no mandate!" and was escorted out by the sergeant-at-arms. Green later explained his actions, saying he continued despite warnings and emphasized that his defiance was deliberate.

Statements Issued by Ogles, Green

Ogles has been vocal about the need for decorum on the House floor. In criticizing the behavior of the dissenting members, he said, "We have a country to run. The failed policies of Joe Biden is why they lost the House, why they lost the Senate, why they lost the presidency." He continued, "They can lick their wounds all day, but they still have to behave."

Expressing his frustration, Ogles added, "We can disagree on issues and politics, but we're going to respect one another, and I'm tired of this crap."

He praised the House speaker, mentioning, "The speaker, he's a good man, he's a Christian man. He has a kind heart. With grace gave them the opportunity to stop and they refuse to do so."

Implications of, Reactions to Resolution

The actions by factions within the party illustrate ongoing tensions that have been prevalent in the House. Ogles believes that repercussions are necessary to maintain order, stating, "If you wanna act like a petulant child on the House floor and you're given a warning and a reprimand, and you choose not to stop, then actions need to be taken."

Green, on his part, defended his stance and prepared to face the consequences. "I heard the speaker when he said that I should cease. I did not, and I did not with intentionality. It was not done out of a burst of emotion," he stated, with a candid admission of his position.

The Democrat emphasized his commitment to certain values, despite potential penalties: "I think that on some questions, questions of conscience, you have to be willing to suffer the consequences. And I have said I will. I will suffer whatever the consequences are because I don't believe that in the richest country in the world, people should be without good healthcare."

What Lies Ahead for Resolution

As this issue progresses, all eyes will be on the House and the decisions Speaker Johnson makes following his discussions with Ogles. The resolution challenges not only the standing of several Democrats but also tests the boundaries of acceptable conduct on Capitol Hill.

The forthcoming vote on Ogles' resolution could set a precedent for future conduct and offers a glimpse into the strategic maneuvers at play within the House.

The outcome will significantly influence how closely House members adhere to decorum in forthcoming sessions.