On Tuesday night, the US Capitol saw a remarkable show of contrast between President Joe Biden and Republicans during his State of the Union Address. Though the speech began with little drama, by the end of the 75 minute speech, the room was filled with jeers from the Republican side, calling out: "Secure the border," "Your fault," and booing Biden's claim of Republican plans to sunset Medicare and Social Security.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y) noted that on the Democratic side, there was excitement, as Biden's message resonated; as opposed to the GOP side, which Schumer argued will be remembered for a while by anyone who watched it. Nonetheless, Biden remained confident, clarifying the jeered message, and attempting to explain that the proposal was not supported by a majority of the Republicans.
When asked about the deficit, Schumer replied that it