Gold Star dad Steven Nikoui got a hero's welcome at a Washington, D.C., pub after being arrested for heckling President Biden during the State of the Union address. The emotional moment captured the attention of the nation and sparked a debate on the rights of Gold Star families to voice their opinions.
During Thursday's State of the Union, President Joe Biden was interrupted by a Gold Star dad, FOX News reports. The man, identified as Steven Nikoui, was visibly emotional as he shouted from the gallery. His actions led to his removal from the House Galleries and subsequent arrest by Capitol Police.
Congressman Brian Mast (R- Florida's 21st Congressional District) is speaking out about the arrest of his guest at the State of the Union on social media. Mast, a fellow veteran, expressed his support for Nikoui and his right to speak out against the President's policies.
The incident at the State of the Union brought back the ghosts of the botched Afghan War withdrawal, which claimed the life of Nikoui's son, Marine Kareem Nikoui. The emotional toll of losing a child in combat was evident in Nikoui's actions, as he confronted President Biden during his speech.
Steve Nikoui, whose son Kareem was killed in the withdrawal, had words for the president during his State of the Union speech. The grief and anger felt by Gold Star families over the handling of the Afghanistan crisis have not subsided, and Nikoui's outburst was a stark reminder of the pain they continue to endure.
A guest at the State of the Union address was escorted from the gallery after shouting during President Biden's speech. The emotional outburst drew attention to the sacrifices made by military families and the need for better support for those who have lost loved ones in service to their country.
Gold Star father Steve Nikoui was arrested by Capitol Police after being escorted out of the House Galleries on Thursday for heckling President Biden. The incident sparked a debate on the rights of Gold Star families to express their opinions and grievances in a public forum.
President Joe Biden gave a forceful speech, with frequent ad-libs, highlighting his work on economic issues for the middle class in his State of the Union address. However, the emotional outburst by Steven Nikoui served as a reminder of the human cost of war and the impact it has on families who have lost loved ones in combat.
