What to watch for during Trump's State of the Union address
BBC Washington correspondent Daniel Bush on who may skip the speech, why the president is fuming at the Supreme Court, and what policies could, or couldn’t, be in for a shake‑up.
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BBC Washington correspondent Daniel Bush on who may skip the speech, why the president is fuming at the Supreme Court, and what policies could, or couldn’t, be in for a shake‑up.
The U.S. women's ice hockey team declined President Trump's invitation to attend the State of the Union address, citing scheduling conflicts due to academic and professional commitments.
President Trump is set to deliver the State of the Union address to a nation transformed by his expansive executive actions, with Congress often sidelined in his second term.
President Trump prepares to deliver the State of the Union address amid political challenges, including low approval ratings and a partial government shutdown.
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger will deliver the Democratic response to President Trump's upcoming State of the Union address, advocating for reduced everyday costs and healthcare protection.
El 24 de febrero de 2026, el presidente Donald Trump pronunciará su primer discurso del Estado de la Unión de su segundo mandato, en un contexto de fuerte tensión política en Washington.
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