Trump's State of the Union Address

Ahead of the State of the Union address, Democrats consider skipping the event, while Trump plans to focus on the economy and discuss tariffs and ICE.

24 Feb, 11:03 — 24 Feb, 22:28

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Why this matters

A State of the Union address is a significant annual event where the President outlines the nation's priorities and agenda to Congress and the public. It serves as a platform to rally support for policies, set the tone for the coming year, and often previews upcoming political battles, making it a key moment for political analysis and public discourse.

Perspective Analysis

AI-generated comparison of how 8 sources cover this story

The coverage leading up to Trump's State of the Union address focuses on various aspects, including political strategy, anticipated themes, and the Democratic response. While outlets agree on the event itself, there are significant differences in framing, ranging from partisan critiques of Democrats to analyses of policy implications and historical context.

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Outlet rating This story

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The Independentcenter-leftleftsensationalfocus on speculative betting odds

NYTcenter-leftleftneutralreports on Democratic response

Business Insidercenter-leftcenter-leftneutralprovides historical SOTU context

Coverage leans: balanced

The coverage presents a balanced political lean, with strong right-leaning outlets focusing on positive framing for Trump and criticism of Democrats, while left-leaning and central outlets cover Democratic responses, political strategy, and policy implications.

What sources agree on

President Donald Trump will deliver his State of the Union address.
The event is scheduled for Tuesday evening, February 24, 2026.
Democrats are expected to deliver a response to the address.

Where they diverge

the anticipated focus and themes of Trump's speech

Fox News

The speech will highlight economic wins and feature guests representing everyday Americans, Olympic champions, and crime victims' families.

bloomberg

The speech is set to preview midterm elections with a focus on sparring over energy policy.

Reuters

The address could be Trump's prime opportunity to persuade voters on his Iran policy plans.

the expected actions and reactions of Democrats during the event

zerohedge

Democrats will attempt to maintain decorum and avoid acting childishly during the address.

wsj

Democrats are employing a tactic of skipping the State of the Union as a form of anti-Trump protest.

NYT

Abigail Spanberger has been chosen to deliver the official Democratic response to the President's address.

Key claims1 agreed · 4 unverified

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President Donald Trump will deliver his State of the Union address on Tuesday evening.

agreed·The IndependentFox NewszerohedgeBusiness Insider

Abigail Spanberger, the newly elected governor of Virginia, was chosen to deliver the Democratic response to President Trump’s State of the Union address.

unverified·NYT

Coverage gaps

Speculation on specific phrases Trump might use, based on betting odds.

ReportedThe Independent

MissingFox Newszerohedgebloomberg+4

A historical ranking of the longest State of the Union addresses.

ReportedBusiness Insider

MissingThe IndependentFox Newszerohedge+4

Details about the specific guests invited by President Trump to the address.

ReportedFox News

MissingThe Independent

Perspective Analysis

Comparing sources…

How outlets covered this

Left-leaning

The Independent

These phrases have the biggest betting odds to come up during tonight’s State of the Union

NYT

Abigail Spanberger to Give Democratic Response to Trump’s Address

State of the Union could be Trump's best chance to sell voters on Iran plans - Reuters

Right-leaning

Fox News

From grief to gold medals, Trump’s SOTU guest list tells a bigger story

zerohedge

Democrats Will Try Not To Act Like Children During Trump's State Of The Union Address

Key entities

Donald TrumpPresident of the United States Abigail Spanbergernewly elected governor of Virginia, Democratic responder Democratspolitical party opposing Trump Congresslegislative body receiving the address

Coverage Timeline

First report: Reuters · 24 Feb, 11:03|Full coverage: All 8 sources within 11h|Window: 11h

Left-leaningCenterRight-leaning

Reuters24 Feb, 11:03First to report

State of the Union could be Trump's best chance to sell voters on Iran plans - Reuters

2h later

wsj24 Feb, 13:00

Democrats’ Latest Anti-Trump Tactic: Skipping the State of the Union - WSJ

5h later

NYT24 Feb, 18:11

Abigail Spanberger to Give Democratic Response to Trump’s Address

3h later

Business Insider24 Feb, 21:09

The longest State of the Union addresses in history, ranked

bloomberg24 Feb, 21:30

Trump’s Speech Set to Preview Midterms With Sparring on Energy - Bloomberg

zerohedge24 Feb, 21:40

Democrats Will Try Not To Act Like Children During Trump's State Of The Union Address

Fox News24 Feb, 22:16

From grief to gold medals, Trump’s SOTU guest list tells a bigger story

The Independent24 Feb, 22:28Latest update

These phrases have the biggest betting odds to come up during tonight’s State of the Union

Read at source (8 outlets)

The Independent2h ago

These phrases have the biggest betting odds to come up during tonight’s State of the Union

There’s a better-than-not chance he will mention aliens, AI and hockey, according to an online prediction market

By Brendan Rascius

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Fox News2h ago

From grief to gold medals, Trump’s SOTU guest list tells a bigger story

President Donald Trump's State of the Union speech Tuesday focuses on economic wins, with guests ranging from everyday Americans to Olympic champions and crime victims' families.

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zerohedge3h ago

Democrats Will Try Not To Act Like Children During Trump's State Of The Union Address

Democrats Will Try Not To Act Like Children During Trump's State Of The Union Address President Donald Trump will deliver his State of the Union address on Tuesday evening, and according to reports, many seats will be empty. Earlier this month, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries gave his caucus its marching orders in a closed-door meeting: sit in the chamber with "silent defiance" or don’t attend. "The two options that are in front of us in our House is to either attend w...

By Tyler Durden

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bloomberg3h ago

Trump’s Speech Set to Preview Midterms With Sparring on Energy - Bloomberg

Trump’s Speech Set to Preview Midterms With Sparring on Energy Bloomberg

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Business Insider3h ago

The longest State of the Union addresses in history, ranked

UNITED STATES - MARCH 4: President Donald Trump delivers his address to a joint session of Congress in the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday, March 4, 2025. Vice President JD Vance, left, and Speaker of the House Mike Johnson, R-La., listen behind. Bill Clark/CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty Images The American Presidency Project tracks the length of presidents' State of the Union speeches. Donald Trump holds the record for the longest address at 1:39:32 in 2025. Trump and Bill Clinton have given eight o...

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NYT6h ago

Abigail Spanberger to Give Democratic Response to Trump’s Address

Abigail Spanberger, the newly elected governor of Virginia, was chosen to deliver her party’s response to President Trump’s State of the Union address.

By Reid J. Epstein

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wsj12h ago

Democrats’ Latest Anti-Trump Tactic: Skipping the State of the Union - WSJ

Democrats’ Latest Anti-Trump Tactic: Skipping the State of the Union WSJ

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Reuters13h ago

State of the Union could be Trump's best chance to sell voters on Iran plans - Reuters

State of the Union could be Trump's best chance to sell voters on Iran plans Reuters

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Trump's State of the Union Address

Why this matters

Perspective Analysis

Political spectrum

What sources agree on

Where they diverge

Key claims1 agreed · 4 unverified

Coverage gaps

Perspective Analysis

How outlets covered this

Left-leaning

These phrases have the biggest betting odds to come up during tonight’s State of the Union

Abigail Spanberger to Give Democratic Response to Trump’s Address

Center

Trump’s Speech Set to Preview Midterms With Sparring on Energy - Bloomberg

The longest State of the Union addresses in history, ranked

Democrats’ Latest Anti-Trump Tactic: Skipping the State of the Union - WSJ

State of the Union could be Trump's best chance to sell voters on Iran plans - Reuters

Right-leaning

From grief to gold medals, Trump’s SOTU guest list tells a bigger story

Democrats Will Try Not To Act Like Children During Trump's State Of The Union Address

Key entities

Coverage Timeline

State of the Union could be Trump's best chance to sell voters on Iran plans - Reuters

Democrats’ Latest Anti-Trump Tactic: Skipping the State of the Union - WSJ

Abigail Spanberger to Give Democratic Response to Trump’s Address

The longest State of the Union addresses in history, ranked

Trump’s Speech Set to Preview Midterms With Sparring on Energy - Bloomberg

Democrats Will Try Not To Act Like Children During Trump's State Of The Union Address

From grief to gold medals, Trump’s SOTU guest list tells a bigger story

These phrases have the biggest betting odds to come up during tonight’s State of the Union

Read at source (8 outlets)

These phrases have the biggest betting odds to come up during tonight’s State of the Union

From grief to gold medals, Trump’s SOTU guest list tells a bigger story

Democrats Will Try Not To Act Like Children During Trump's State Of The Union Address

Trump’s Speech Set to Preview Midterms With Sparring on Energy - Bloomberg

The longest State of the Union addresses in history, ranked

Abigail Spanberger to Give Democratic Response to Trump’s Address

Democrats’ Latest Anti-Trump Tactic: Skipping the State of the Union - WSJ

State of the Union could be Trump's best chance to sell voters on Iran plans - Reuters

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