00:16President Donald Trump is set to deliver his first State of the Union address of his second term on Tuesday
00:25evening.
00:25Traditionally, the annual speech before a joint session of Congress highlights the condition of the nation and outlines the administration's
00:36legislative priorities.
00:38This year, Trump's address comes amid heightened political tension.
00:44An indefinite shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security is ongoing, caused by a standoff over immigration enforcement.
00:53The dispute centers on Democrats' demand for new restrictions on ICE and CBP following the fatal shootings of two Minneapolis
01:04residents by federal agents last month.
01:07The funding lapse has impacted agencies including the Transportation Security Administration and FEMA.
01:15Trump's remarks also follow the Supreme Court's decision to strike down his sweeping emergency tariffs, citing presidential overreach.
01:26At the same time, the President has indicated he is considering limited strikes against Iran ahead of nuclear negotiations scheduled
01:36in Geneva on Thursday.
01:38The White House has framed the State of the Union as a showcase of American safety and strength.
01:46Social media posts highlight falling crime rates and assert that America is respected again on the world stage, thanks to
01:55Trump's foreign policy.
01:56The speech is expected to begin at 9 p.m. Eastern Time in the House chamber at the U.S.
02:04Capitol in Washington, D.C.
02:07Coverage will begin at 7 p.m. Eastern on C-SPAN with live broadcasts also available on PBS, CBS, CNN,
02:18and Fox.
02:19In response, many Democrats have pledged to boycott the address while others plan to walk out or demonstrate opposition during
02:29the speech.
02:30At least 12 Democrats will attend a counter-programming rally on the National Mall called the People's State of the
02:38Union, which will feature lawmakers, immigrants, and former federal workers impacted by Trump's policies.
02:46Live stream coverage will begin at 8 p.m. Eastern.
02:51Another counter-programming event, State of the Swamp, the rebuttal of the State of the Union, will be held at
02:59the National Press Club starting at 7 p.m. Eastern.
03:03The event will include appearances from prominent Democratic figures, including Senator Ron Wyden, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, Stacey Abrams, actor
03:15Mark Ruffalo, and former CNN host Don Lemon.
03:19As the nation watches, the 2026 State of the Union will reflect a deeply divided Congress, ongoing domestic debates, and
03:29a global stage marked by tension and uncertainty.
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