WATCH: Senator helps remove protester during Senate hearing

ABC News
March 5, 2026
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Senator Tim Sheehy helped remove a protester during a Senate hearing on Capitol Hill.

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Senator Tim Sheehy of Montana was filmed assisting officers in removing a protester during a Senate hearing on Capitol Hill Wednesday. The incident occurred as the hearing was underway, prompting the senator to intervene. This direct involvement by a legislator in managing disruptions during official proceedings highlights the challenges of maintaining order in public forums. Such events can raise questions about security protocols and the appropriate response to protests within legislative settings.

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Senator Tim Sheehy assisted officers in removing a protester during a Senate hearing.

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