A collective of Democratic congresswomen is preparing to don pink attire during President Donald Trump’s Joint Address to Congress on Tuesday night. This coordinated effort is intended as a visual protest against his administration’s policies.

Teresa Leger Fernández, the representative from New Mexico and chair of the Democratic Women’s Caucus, shared with TIME on Monday that the color pink was chosen to “signal our dissent against Trump’s policies that negatively impact women and families.”

“Pink is a symbol of power and protest,” she explained during an interview. “We need to amplify our opposition and convey a clear message to Trump.”

This event marks Trump’s first formal address to Congress in five years. Historically, such significant speeches serve as a platform for the opposition party to voice their discontent with the sitting president. Throughout Trump’s first term, Democratic lawmakers were vocal in their critiques; some even booed, others staged walkouts, and many utilized their fashion choices to send political messages. A memorable moment occurred during Trump’s 2020 State of the Union when then-Speaker Nancy Pelosi made headlines by tearing up a copy of his speech while seated just behind him.

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The Democratic Women’s Caucus, which includes 96 members, has a history of using their clothing to protest. In previous years, they have worn white to honor suffragists who fought for women’s voting rights and black in the last State of the Union to advocate for reproductive freedoms. This year, they are embracing a new approach by choosing pink to highlight a pivotal moment in American politics.

“Women have worn pink before as a form of opposition to Trump, and we will do so again,” Leger Fernández noted.

Leger Fernández highlighted various concerns surrounding the Trump Administration, such as tariffs on Canada and Mexico that could lead to increased prices, along with proposed cuts to Medicaid, which serves as the primary payer for maternity care in the U.S., covering over 40% of births. She emphasized that Trump’s policies, especially those related to reproductive health and social programs, disproportionately impact women, particularly those from lower-income backgrounds.

“These pressures weigh heavily on women,” Leger Fernández noted. “Women in my district are terrified and losing their jobs due to chaotic mass layoffs. When a woman loses her job, it threatens her ability to support her family.”

Beyond mere symbolism, Democrats intend to use the address as a platform to shed light on the real consequences of Trump’s policies. Numerous lawmakers plan to invite guests directly affected by his administration’s actions, including union leaders, federal employees impacted by budget cuts, and those facing hardships due to government funding freezes.

Unlike in previous years, there doesn’t appear to be a widespread call among Democrats to boycott the address. Instead, many express a desire to be visibly present, contrasting their silence with the applause from Republican members, thereby underscoring their opposition.