Issa Urges Leniency for Grieving Father Who Interrupted Biden Speech
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Rep. Issa urges charges be dropped against Steve Nikoui, who interrupted Biden's State of the Union speech by shouting his late son's name and location where he was killed.
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Nikoui yelled names of Marines killed in 2021 Afghanistan withdrawal, seeking acknowledgment of their sacrifice.
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Some Republicans push for charges to be dropped, noting Parkland victim's father shouted at 2020 State of the Union but wasn't arrested.
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Conflicting stories whether Nikoui intended to interrupt or got caught up in the moment. Faces $500 fine, routinely reduced to $50.
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Though police make arrests, prosecutors decide if charges are pursued. Issa draws attention to circumstances, but charge is common for interrupting Congress.