His mother, Raiza Contreras, was invited by Senator Chuck Schumer to the State of the Union address to exemplify the ‘cruelty’ and violation of rights by immigration authorities

A Wall Street Journal opinion piece expresses a critical view on the State of the Union address, advocating for its discontinuation.

Opinion | Down With the State of the Union  WSJ

Ourselves and the State of the Union  The Spectator Archive

EXCLUSIVE: The State of the Union, as mandated by the Constitution, requires the president to report to Congress annually on the current condition of the United States.

A CNN guest issued an apology after falsely claiming that former President Trump suggested Democrats should be 'killed' during a State of the Union address.

A lip-reading expert claims to have deciphered a rude four-word phrase spoken by Barron Trump to Ivanka Trump during Donald Trump's annual State of the Union address.

Health concerns about Donald Trump have emerged after viewers noticed makeup covering a bruise on his right hand during his State of the Union address.

Millions of workers don’t have employer-sponsored retirement accounts. But the president’s proposal in the State of the Union speech may not answer their needs.

During a visit to Texas, President Trump made clear that he would be driving home his depiction of Democrats as out of step ahead of the elections in November.

“Jesse Watters Primetime" tracks down Democrats who refused to stand during Trump’s State of the Union challenge on prioritizing Americans over illegal immigrants.

On Tuesday, US President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address was a long and rambling preparation for the congressional midterm elections in November. If, as Trump claims, America “is back,…

An American historian argues that Donald Trump fails at fascism, noting that his State of the Union address, while full of fascist atmosphere, ultimately depicted an exhausted, self-absorbed leader.

Vice President JD Vance criticized Democrats for not standing during the president's State of the Union address, speaking in Wisconsin ahead of midterm elections.

Nielsen reports that 32.6 million people watched the State of the Union address, an audience size comparable to former President Biden's final address in 2024.

Trump's State of the Union address was watched by 32.6 million people, a decrease of 4 million from his 2025 speech.

A reporter examines President Trump's recurring tactic during his State of the Union speeches, specifically focusing on how he addresses immigration issues.

Sports commentator Stephen A. Smith criticized Democrats for their reactions during President Trump's State of the Union address, arguing they played into his hands.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s trip to the White House on Thursday was unannounced. The topics he planned to discuss with President Trump were not immediately clear.

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer has pledged to veto any anti-LGBTQ legislation, directly challenging former President Trump's national push to ban gender transitions for minors.

The White House press secretary claims Democrats 'fell right into' Trump's political 'trap' during the State of the Union by not standing for crime victims.

Following the State of the Union address, Senator Elizabeth Warren challenged President Trump's claims on affordability, while Rep. Ilhan Omar reported her guest was arrested by Capitol Police during the event.

Real-time voter data showed a partisan split when Trump praised his cartel offensive during the State of the Union address, with Dems showing very little enthusiasm.

Melania Trump's fashion choices at the 2026 State of the Union address garnered significant attention from international media and internet users, who praised her 'strict style class'.

Trump's State of the Union address was the longest ever delivered by a US president – lasting almost two hours. For the most part, it resembled his usual campaign speeches. And the aforementioned s

Former Vice President Kamala Harris criticized President Donald Trump's 2026 State of the Union address, calling it 'same old, same old' and accusing him of 'lying,' which prompted a response from the White House.

Trump Claims Iran Developing Missiles To Hit US, Contradicting Intel Reports With nuclear talks hanging in the balance, and the potential for yet another US war of choice in the Middle East, President Donald Trump escalated the rhetoric Tuesday night, warning that Iran is moving beyond just regional missile capabilities and setting its sights farther west by developing missiles capable of hitting the United States. During his State of the Union address Tuesday night, Trump claim...

Aliyah Rahman is back in the national spotlight after being arrested for standing during President Trump’s State of the Union speech.

Democrats’ counterprogramming to Donald Trump’s State of the Union address didn’t get nearly the attention as the big event, but the president himself took note. Trump was irate on his Truth Social pl

Trump's State of the Union highlighted his policy priorities such as tariffs and cracking down on violent crime.

President Donald Trump gave his annual State of the Union speech before Congress. Nathan Howard/Getty Images President Donald Trump wants data centers to supply their own electricity with private pow

During his State of the Union speech, U.S. President Donald Trump made a slew of false or misleading claims including about the U.S. economy, immigration and his role in ending wars. France 24's Charl

The "Adorn" singer's politically-charged stand came amid President Donald Trump's State of the Union address on Tuesday.

In an almost two-hour address, Trump doubled down on red-meat issues as Republicans brace for November, writes Larry Donnelly.

An analysis discusses Amazon's spending patterns and the performance of bank stocks following the State of the Union address.

On Tuesday's episode of "The Late Show," host Stephen Colbert slammed House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries' "silent" State of the Union protest as a "bold rebrand of doing jack squat."

During his State of the Union address, President Trump unveiled a proposal to create retirement accounts for people who don’t have one at their jobs — an idea that puts the issue of long-term financia

The US President delivered a record-long State of the Union address early Wednesday morning, which will nevertheless likely be remembered more for its omissions than its content.

Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger faces conservative backlash on social media after her State of the Union rebuttal, with critics slamming her policies.

LGBT+ groups say ‘forced outing’ endangers vulnerable gender nonconfirming teens in unsupportive families

Democratic congresswomen put out a call to wear white at the State of the Union. It didn’t work.

Trump introduced the Venezuelan politician in his State of the Union address. Was it just TV or was he tapping him for a role in Venezuela’s new era?

Market strategists were weighing in on President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address late Tuesday and coming away with some important implications for the U.S. dollar.

As journalists settled in to their gallery workplaces above the rostrum in the House of Representatives chamber, there was some chat, and maybe a few bets, as to how long Donald Trump would go in his

The ARTICLE checks the accuracy of claims made by US President Donald Trump in his State of the Union address, focusing on economy, immigration, and foreign policy, and points out inaccuracies.

Forget presidential pivots. Trump turned the State of the Union into a political rally, using visual theatrics to control the narrative completely.

A MAGA lawmaker, Troy Nehls, drew criticism for asking Donald Trump to sign his tie, which featured Trump's face, after the State of the Union address.

Democrats protested both in and outside of the State of the Union address

US President Donald Trump awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor to Army Chief Warrant Officer5 Eric Slover during his State of the Union address, recognizing his bravery after being wounded in a raid targeting Nicolás Maduro.

Donald Trump delivered his longest State of the Union speech, marked by dramatic confrontations and sharp rhetoric, underscoring the deep partisan divide in the US.

A majority of Supreme Court justices were absent from President Trump’s 2026 State of the Union, following the court's recent invalidation of his global tariff plan.

Democrat Al Green addressed his protest at Trump's State of the Union speech, during which the congressman held up a handwritten sign that read: 'Black people aren't apes!' The sign referenced a racis

President Donald Trump delivered the longest State of the Union address on record, claiming a year of successes while attacking political foes. The event saw Democrats boycotting and specific incidents like a lawmaker wearing a 'F--- ICE' pin and a 10-year-old AI advocate attending as a guest.

US President Donald Trump delivered the longest recorded State of the Union address on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, speaking for 108 minutes before a joint session of Congress, as Washington enters a h

Reports indicate that former President Trump's tariffs are likely to remain, with his State of the Union address echoing claims made by Peter Navarro regarding economic policy.

Trump delivers longest State of the Union in history, sparking debate as Republicans praise "historic leader" while Democrats call speech "humiliating."

Several Democrats left the speech early while Rep Ilhan Omar could be heard shouting “you have killed Americans”

In an address that was heavy on theatrics, President Trump lashed out at Democrats as "crazy" and unpatriotic.

· President Donald Trump night delivered what was effectively not one, but two State of the Union addresses.

Vance Embraces 'Fraud Czar' Role, Dems Plan To Make It A 2028 Liability Authored by Philip Wegmann via RealClearPolitics, Democrats began laying a trap the moment that President Trump announced during his State of the Union that Vice President JD Vance would lead a new “war on fraud,” salivating at the possibility of political liability and dubbing the MAGA heir apparent the “fraud czar.” “It will be blocks of cement around his ankles,” a senior Democratic official told RealC...

Hawaii Democrat Jill Tokuda explained why she refused to stand during Trump's State of the Union challenge at a town hall event, when asked about the moment by a voter.

Opinion | Down With the State of the Union  WSJ

Rep. Seth Moulton's State of the Union guest reportedly referenced in sealed police reports that Massachusetts authorities have declined to release.

President Donald Trump touted rising 401(k) balances in his State of the Union speech. Here's where those retirement accounts stand.

President Donald Trump touted economic wins during his State of the Union address. But Americans and economists say affordability is still a major issue.

The war has already become regional: Iran is attacking American-aligned Arab states in the hope that they will pressure Trump to sign a ceasefire Last week, during his State of the Union address on…

A collection of five hilarious cartoons provides satirical commentary on the recent State of the Union address.

President also brought up supposed cheating in past elections during his State of the Union Address

House and Senate Democrats criticized Trump's State of the Union speech, citing 'lies' on health care and immigration, though one Democratic senator acknowledged progress in border security.

Joe Abraham, an 'Angel dad,' has criticized Democratic lawmakers for allegedly prioritizing illegal immigrants over American citizens, particularly during the State of the Union address.

An article discusses the significant implications of Donald Trump's address to Congress for the upcoming US midterm elections.

A recent poll indicates that most Americans doubt former President Donald Trump's assertions of a booming economy and his claims of having defeated inflation, despite his statements during the State of the Union address.

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President Trump has informed lawmakers that congressional action will not be necessary regarding his new tariff policies, despite emerging Republican divisions on the issue.

A House Democrat reportedly brought an undocumented immigrant to President Trump’s State of the Union speech and then allegedly protected him from law enforcement.

An opinion piece from the Wall Street Journal offers commentary on the State of the Union address, framing it in relation to Oprah Winfrey.

Donald Trump’s State of the Union address drew an estimated 32.64 million viewers, falling 11% from last year and off from any of his addresses to Congress in his first term.

A close reading of Trump’s State of the Union address did not clarify the direction he intends to take, but did reveal the president’s genuine deliberation regarding the next phase.

President Trump honored crime victims and their families during his State of the Union address, vowing justice for those affected by alleged criminals and illegal aliens.

As he delivered his State of the Union address to Congress on Tuesday, Donald Trump's mental capabilities are concerning many American citizens.

Aliya Rahman, a disabled activist and guest of Representative Ilhan Omar, stated she did not intend to disrupt the State of the Union address after her arrest at the US House chamber.

The US president’s speech also renews focus on electricity affordability

Trump sets 10 day to 15 day deadline for Iran nuclear deal, backed by massive U.S. military buildup in Middle East. Negotiations continue as tensions escalate.

Opinion | The State of the Union Is Belligerent  WSJ

The White House is set to host a meeting with Big Tech companies, following President Donald Trump's pledge to rein in power costs during his State of the Union address.

US President Donald Trump criticized congresswomen Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib following their protests during his State of the Union address, suggesting they should be removed from the country.

A recent State of the Union speech was largely dominated by discussions on tariffs and a prevailing political rift.

A State of the Union speech was largely focused on issues of tariffs and a growing political rift.

As President Donald Trump vowed to wage a "war on fraud" during his State of the Union address Tuesday, a panel of voters across the political spectrum had mixed reactions.

All three of the plants in which Iran is known to have produced enriched uranium, which can be used as fuel for power plants and nuclear bombs depending on its purity.

Viewing across the broadcast networks and three biggest cable news channels falls by about 12 percent vs. a year ago.

Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., broke with Democrats and shook President Donald Trump’s hand at the State of the Union and told Fox News about his experience.

Fetterman Slams Dems For 'Yelling And Screaming' During SOTU More than 70 Democrats skipped President Donald Trump's 2026 State of the Union address Tuesday night, with some participating in rival events. But, most of the caucus did show up at the Capitol, delivering a masterclass in theatrical contempt: stone-faced silence, open heckling, and a near-universal refusal to applaud anything the president said.  Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.), however, chose to be the adult in the Demo...

The USA won gold in men's hockey, then met up with Donald Trump at the White House and at the State of the Union address, drawing criticism.

US Vice President JD Vance warned Iran to take Washington's threats of military action seriously, stating that 'you cannot let the craziest regime in the world have nuclear weapons,' following an incisive speech by President Donald Trump.

In his State of the Union address on Tuesday night, President Trump once again touted new tax benefits for tipped workers, who like many Americans are feeling the pinch of higher prices.

US Vice President JD Vance told Iran that Washington's threats of military action should be taken "seriously," a day after President Donald Trump began preparing during his State of the Union address.

In his State of the Union address, President Trump promoted two programs that just so happened to be named after him.

Trump’s 2026 State of the Union speech bellicose, short on policy  PressTV

Agadir – US President Donald Trump declared in his 2026 State of the Union address that is considering a military strike on Iran, pledging that the United States would not allow the “sponsor of terror

Admission comes less than a day after Trump said Congress wasn’t needed during his State of the Union speech

US President Donald Trump delivered the longest address to Congress in modern history, speaking for one hour and 47 minutes while declaring that the "country is winning again".

Protesters rallied near the White House following Donald Trump's State of the Union address, staging a 'State of the Swamp' rebuttal.

President Donald Trump warned lawmakers and Americans about Iran's "sinister ambitions" for its nuclear program, during his State of the Union speech.

President Trump awarded the Medal of Honor to Army Chief Warrant Officer 5 Eric Slover during his Tuesday evening State of the Union address. Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images President Trump awarded the

Democratic Sen. Mark Warner of Virginia said that he walked out on President Donald Trump's State of the Union address, accusing the president of lying.

Rep. Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., appeared on CNN Tuesday, where she was asked to respond to President Donald Trump singling her out during Tuesday's State of the Union address.

The next round of talks between the US and Iran in Geneva on Thursday could be decisive in the president's decision-making.

Iran's negotiating delegation has left Tehran for a third ​round of nuclear talks with the U.S., ​state media reported on Wednesday, even as other Iranian officials slammed comments made by President

This article offers commentary on Donald Trump's 'State of the Union' speech, Pelle Dragsted's tax proposals, and a critical assessment of the SVM government's economic plan, accusing them of squandering good times.

California Governor Gavin Newsom publicly mocked Donald Trump's appearance, specifically his hair, during the State of the Union address, suggesting he needed hair gel.

A live poll showed a stark partisan divide as voters reacted to President Donald Trump’s State of the Union comments about the government shutdown.

Rep. Al Green was removed from the State of the Union for second time after holding "BLACK PEOPLE AREN'T APES!" sign protesting Trump's social video.

US President Donald Trump used his annual State of the Union address on Tuesday to make truth-bending claims of domestic and foreign policy success but failed to confirm whether the US is planning a m

President Donald Trump’s post-State of the Union sales job begins now  AP News

Erika Kirk, widow of activist Charlie Kirk, was a guest at Donald Trump's State of the Union speech, with observers noting unusual details about her appearance.

On Tuesday,US president Donald Trump delivered what was effectively not one, but two State of the Union addresses.

Thom Tillis says he believes Miller has ‘outsized influence’ over operations of Trump’s cabinet – key US politics stories from Sunday 8 March at a glance The Republican senator Thom Tillis said on Sunday that he believed the White House adviser Stephen Miller “should go” and that his role in the Trump administration has been a “big problem”. The senior senator representing North Carolina, when asked on CNN’s State of the Union if he thought Miller should go during a conversation about the adm...

An opinion piece argues against the tradition of the State of the Union address.

Senator Roger Marshall highlights that President Trump's medical transparency initiative, supported by bipartisan 'Patients Deserve Price Tags' bills, could save $1 trillion and is gaining momentum after Trump's State of the Union address.

Hilary Knight reiterated criticism of Trump’s State of the Union remark about the women’s team, as players emphasized unity after Olympic victories.

Podcast host and TikToker Leigh McGowan faced strong pushback on CNN Friday for an inaccurate claim about President Donald Trump's State of the Union, prompting her to apologize.

From the US-Israeli strikes on Iran to clashes along the Afghanistan-Pakistan border, to Donald Trump’s State of the Union address and the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of…

Did you watch U.S. President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address? Actually, it was the 'State of Trump' address, depicting a United States president spoiling for a fight, a f...

An article questions Melania Trump's presence leading a UN Security Council meeting, while also referencing Donald Trump's State of the Union address where he claimed to have ended DEI in America.

‘These are dark days,’ the 83-year-old former president said. ‘Our future is literally on the line’

Ahead of a March 16 start date for negotiations with the major studios, the Writers Guild of America has peeled back the curtain on the state of the union’s health and pension funds.

A photojournalism piece highlights key global events from the past week, including Russian airstrikes in Kyiv, Ramadan in Gaza, Donald Trump's State of the Union address, and snow in New York City.

Brutal: Democrats Walked Straight Into This Authored by Steve Watson via Modernity.news, A new advertisement from conservative group American Sovereignty hammers Democrats for staying seated during President Trump’s State of the Union call to prioritize American citizens over illegal aliens, using footage that lays bare their priorities. The ad, which dropped Thursday, features Trump stating, “If you agree with this statement, then stand up and show your support: The first du...

Rep. Janelle Bynum called Trump's State of the Union challenge "racist" after he asked Congress to stand for prioritizing American citizens over immigrants.

Senator Marco Rubio was observed scrolling on his phone during former President Trump's State of the Union address, sparking commentary on digital distractions.

A Wall Street Journal opinion piece comments on the 'Oprah State of the Union,' possibly critiquing the style or content of a recent State of the Union address through the lens of celebrity culture.

Donald Trump's State of the Union address garnered 32.64 million viewers, a decrease from previous years and his first term.

Following the State of the Union address, US President Trump's agenda is encountering new political realities, including legal setbacks and congressional hurdles as midterm elections approach.

New York mayor to meet president – who called Mamdani a ‘nice guy’ during State of the Union – for second time New York mayor Zohran Mamdani is meeting Donald Trump in Washington on Thursday, during…

Late-night hosts discussed the response to the long-winded speech and suspicious redactions from the Epstein files Late-night hosts tore into Donald Trump’s extremely long State of the Union address…

Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., said President Donald Trump's State of the Union revealed "two Americas," as Democrats refused to stand during key moments of the speech.

Trump delivered the longest State of the Union in U.S. history at 1 hour 48 minutes, drawing mixed reactions from Democrats.

After the star made a fresh denunciation of the US president at an alternative State of the Union event, Trump returned fire at length on Truth Social Donald Trump has responded to a recent podcast appearance by Robert De Niro, in which he called the president “an idiot”. Speaking on Monday’s episode of The Best People with Nicole Wallace, De Niro, who has long criticised the politics, morals and competence of Trump, said: “He’s an idiot. We gotta get rid of him. He’s gonna ruin the country....

President Donald Trump unveiled a new retirement saving policy in his 2026 State of the Union speech. Pool photo by Kenny Holston/The New York Times. President Trump hopes to match retirement savings for private-sector employees without company plans. The plan would expand a Biden-era law that helps fund retirement for low-income workers. Economists had mixed reviews of the proposal. A line in Trump's State of the Union address could be good news for hopeful retirees. President Donald Trump...

Democratic Senator John Fetterman from Pennsylvania appeared to be the only member of his party to shake hands with former President Donald Trump before the State of the Union address.

To sit or stand: Trump’s challenge to Democrats a key moment in State of the Union address  AP News

A viral gif shows Sage Blair making the 'clock it' gesture during President Donald Trump's State of the Union speech, sparking online discussion.

Here’s how social media may have shaped your impressions of the State of the Union.

Aliya Rahman, a U.S. citizen who was dragged from her vehicle after an ICE agent shattered its window, was charged with unlawful conduct after standing up during President Trump’s speech.

Donald Trump’s State of the Union address drew around 28 million viewers across eight major news networks, according to preliminary data from Nielsen. The final numbers will be available on Thursday.

‘I wanted to show him not only did he not send me to jail, I'm still gonna do my job, and I'm gonna be there to see what he has to say,’ Mark Kelly tells Eric Garcia

Omar said her guest, Aliya Rahman, was “aggressively handled.”

Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger praised anti-ICE student walkouts during her Democratic rebuttal to President Donald Trump's State of the Union on Tuesday.

Omar is one of just a handful of Democrats who spoke out during Trump’s nearly two-hour soeech

Democrats Had Too Many Responses to the State of the Union  Bloomberg.com

An examination of what the 2026 State of the Union address indicates for the future of small businesses.

Aliya Rahman, who was dragged out of her car in January by agents, arrested for ‘refusing to obey orders’ to sit down A guest of congresswoman Ilhan Omar, a Democrat from Minnesota, was arrested by Ca

Donald Trump referred to Representatives Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib as 'lunatics' on Truth Social after they protested and left his State of the Union address early.

Liberal pundits on CNN and MSNBC compared Trump's State of the Union speech to a "game show" after he handed out medals during his lengthy address.

An Ohio House Republican is moving to have Rep. Al Green censured over his protest at President Trump's State of the Union.

President Donald Trump's State of the Union remarks on voter ID and proof of citizenship measures sparked sharp partisan divides, a dial test showed.

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Nancy Pelosi clarified the presence of white Epstein signs during the State of the Union address, stating that President Trump was ignoring the state of the nation.

Democrats Talk Affordability, Immigration In Rebuttal To Trump SOTU As usual, the opposing party was ready with a rebuttal to the President's State of the Union address last night.  Virg

Trump warns Iran in State of the Union: "I will never allow the world's number one sponsor of terror to have a nuclear weapon" while signaling diplomacy.

The next round of talks between the US and Iran in Geneva on Thursday could be decisive in the president's decision-making.

An analysis explores five ways Donald Trump might attempt to influence the midterm elections, referencing his State of the Union address and his continued claims of election fraud.

Trump’s State of the Union comments on economic achievements — like inflation being at 1.7% and gas at $1.85 — drew strong reactions from a voter panel.

Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel delivered a scathing monologue criticizing Donald Trump's State of the Union address, calling him a 'nut job wannabe king'.

As President Donald Trump was delivering his ⁠State of the ​Union address, Democrat Ilhan Omar, who represents a Minneapolis US House district, shouted, "You have killed Americans!"

The newly crowned Olympic champions were warmly greeted by both Republicans and Democrats. They were also used as props by the president During Tuesday’s State of the Union, Donald Trump welcomed memb

President Donald Trump's decision to award Purple Hearts to Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe and late Army Specialist Sarah Beckstrom during his State of the Union address received positive feedback from voters.

Trump’s 2026 State of the Union: Painting a mirage of power  Tehran Times

Trump Touts Economic Accomplishments in State of the Union  WSJ

Do the hyperbole-prone president's claims stack up? The Independent examines the evidence

Barron Trump's attire at the State of the Union address has garnered significant attention and discussion in tabloids.

President derided Biden’s ‘green new scam’ during State of the Union address, and hailed the rise in US oil production Trump didn’t say the words “climate change” during the State of the Union, but it