Tlaib Triggers Rare Rule After Republican Accuses Her of Defending Terrorists

Then came the line that seemed designed to provoke: “Oh, I’m sorry. Are we getting a little emotional?”

She asked that Miller’s words be “taken down,” a term of art on Capitol Hill that triggers a review of whether a member’s remarks violated chamber rules against personal attacks.

“Yes, you advocate for terrorists on a daily basis

Rep. Jay Obernolte, R-Calif., who was presiding over the debate from the dais, slammed down the gavel, addressed both members, and asked Miller to sit down.

We will debate it respectfully and deliberately,” Obernolte said.

House business came to a halt as staff and stenographers reviewed the disputed remarks.