Rep. Jill Tokuda explains her decision not to stand during Trump’s SOTU moment

Rep. Jill Tokuda, a Democrat from Hawaii, chose not to stand during President Trump’s 2026 State of the Union address when he called for prioritizing the safety of American citizens over illegal immigrants. After facing questions from a voter about her decision, Tokuda explained that she believed Trump’s challenge was not a genuine inquiry but rather a political maneuver. She later criticized Trump’s tariffs and highlighted the fear many immigrants face under his administration.

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