| Keyword | Description |
|---|---|
| JD Vance | An American politician who spoke at the convention. |
| Mexican flag | The national flag of Mexico, which has green, white and red colors. |
| Protester | A person who shows disagreement during a public event. |
During a speech by JD Vance at a convention in Dallas, a protester waved a Mexican flag. This made Vance stop his speech for a moment. He was talking about something called “birthright citizenship,” which means if you are born in the U.S., you are automatically a citizen. The protester was removed, but not before throwing the Mexican flag on stage. JD Vance reacted by calling the protester an “idiot” and said the flag was “a symbol of the far left” (political belief). People in the crowd started cheering and chanting “USA! USA!” Vance continued his speech, saying Republicans would keep waving the American flag and fighting for the American dream. He praised President Donald Trump’s actions on border security and reducing illegal immigration. Some people wondered if this protest was planned because of how quickly Vance responded. Vance often talks about Mexico when discussing border issues and believes it is important to keep the border secure.
Bridging words
These words sound similar in English and Spanish: Why not practice them now?
| English | Spanish |
|---|---|
| Convention | Convención |
| Vice President | Vicepresidente |
| Protester | Protestante |
Time to discuss
- Why do you think the protester chose to wave a Mexican flag?
- How do you feel about people protesting during speeches?
- What are some ways people can share their opinions peacefully?
Let’s Write
Answer the following questions in one paragraph.
- What did JD Vance say about the protester and the Mexican flag?
- Why might some people think the protest was planned?
