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Trump to deliver State of the Union speech amid anxieties over Iran, tariffs and economy
President Trump addresses economic worries, tariff disputes, and immigration policies while defending his record ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, amid rising tensions with Iran.
- On Feb. 24, President Donald Trump will address the 119th Congress in the House chamber at 9 p.m., with a large audience expected. Trump told reporters `It's going to be a long one.'
- Amid rising tensions with Iran and a recent Supreme Court ruling on tariffs, the partial government shutdown and voters concerned about inflation raise political stakes.
- Core inflation and CPI data show CPI 2.4% and core inflation 2.5% over the past year, with January jobs +130,000 and unemployment 4.3%, while GDP growth 2.2% in 2025 and Q4 1.4%.
- At least a dozen Democrats skipped the chamber to attend a National Mall rally, while nearly 50 Democrats responded and many joined the People's State of the Union counter-programming.
- American negotiators will meet Iranian counterparts in Geneva on Thursday, while midterm elections and tariff litigation continue shaping political and fiscal battles.
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Trump to promise 'turnaround for the ages' in State of the Union
US President Donald Trump was to deliver a high-stakes State of the Union address Tuesday, boasting of a "turnaround for the ages" and vowing to confront threats to America as conflict with Iran looms.
President Donald J. Trump’s 2026 State of the Union Address
Watch President Trump’s State of the Union address on VINnews. The speech, set for the House chamber of the U.S. Capitol, offers Trump a high-visibility platform to reach both lawmakers and the broader public. More than a routine report, this address comes amid heightened political stakes with the 2026 midterm elections approaching and significant national […]
The U.S. President announced a "very long" speech, which should include economics, customs duties and immigration.
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