Donald Trump uses State of the Union address to call for unity
7 years, 1 month ago

Donald Trump uses State of the Union address to call for unity

ABC  

US President Donald Trump has used his State of the Union address to urge bitterly divided Republicans and Democrats to work toward compromises on immigration and infrastructure. Key points: US President Donald Trump boasts about economic growth during State of the Union address Mr Trump calls for Republicans and Democrats to compromise on immigration and infrastructure The President supports terminally ill patients' 'right to try' experimental therapies Mr Trump's address came after a bruising year of partisan battles that centred on his controversial leadership. Trump supports the 'right to try' Mr Trump also said that he wanted Congress to support the "right to try", allowing terminally ill patients to try experimental therapies not approved by federal authorities. North Korea's leadership 'depraved' During his address, Mr Trump described the leadership of North Korea as "depraved" and said Pyongyang's pursuit of nuclear missiles could threaten America. "North Korea's reckless pursuit of nuclear missiles could very soon threaten our homeland," Mr Trump said.

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Trump To Address First Joint Congress Session Shortly — Where To Watch Live
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Trump To Address First Joint Congress Session Shortly — Where To Watch Live

ABP News  

US President Donald Trump addressed Congress on Thursday after his new tariffs against Mexico, Canada, and China drove the US, a move that drove markets sharply downward for the second straight day. #WATCH | Washington, DC: US President Donald Trump to address the Joint Session of the Congress today. People can tune in on many public radio stations or in …

US President Donald Trump to address Congress amid tarrif war: What to expect? ‘Renewal of the American dream’
2 weeks, 6 days ago

US President Donald Trump to address Congress amid tarrif war: What to expect? ‘Renewal of the American dream’

Live Mint  

US President Donald Trump is all set to address Congress and the American people amid a tariff war with China, Canada and Mexico, which has escalated tensions with America’s allies across the globe. The White House said Trump’s theme would be the “renewal of the American dream,” and he was expected to showcase his achievements since returning to power. President …

Trump sets record with longest-ever address to Congress, surpasses Clinton
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Trump sets record with longest-ever address to Congress, surpasses Clinton

India Today  

Donald Trump gave the longest-ever address to a joint session of Congress by any US president on Tuesday, clocking in at more than one hour and 40 minutes. Republican Trump's speech beat the previous record set by Democratic President Bill Clinton in his State of the Union address in 2000. Democratic Representative Al Green interrupted the speech, challenging Trump's mandate …

Why Trump’s joint remarks to Congress won’t be a ‘State of the Union’ address
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3 weeks ago

Why Trump’s joint remarks to Congress won’t be a ‘State of the Union’ address

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump on Tuesday night will stand at the front of the U.S. House chamber to address a joint session of Congress, the first of his second term in office. The message used to be known as “the President’s Annual Message to Congress.” In 1934, President Franklin D. Roosevelt began referring to it as the “Annual Message …

Trump's address to US Congress won't be called a State of the Union. Here's why
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3 weeks ago

Trump's address to US Congress won't be called a State of the Union. Here's why

India Today  

US President Donald Trump will address a joint session of Congress on Tuesday night, his first speech since returning to the White House for a second term on January 20. In January, House Speaker Mike Johnson invited Trump to address a joint session of Congress through a letter, USAToday reported. "It is my distinct honour and great privilege to invite …

Donald Trump address to Congress: Where to watch and what to expect
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3 weeks ago

Donald Trump address to Congress: Where to watch and what to expect

India Today  

“I will tell it like it is”: Donald Trump’s post on his microblogging site Truth Social is enough of an indication of what is likely to unfold on Tuesday night as the US President delivers his first address to the joint Congress session. WHAT TO EXPECT Trump is likely to use this speech to reinforce his administration’s key priorities, address …

Trump to pledge new 'American dream' in first Congress address since return
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3 weeks ago

Trump to pledge new 'American dream' in first Congress address since return

India Today  

Donald Trump will promise a "renewal of the American dream" on Tuesday in his first address to Congress since returning to office, laying out a vision of extended presidential power and a reshaped world order. The 78-year-old Trump has also caused turmoil on the global stage, pausing military aid for Ukraine as he pivots toward Russia, vowing to "own" Gaza …

Decorum hits new lows during Trump’s address to Congress in a sign of the nation’s polarization
3 weeks ago

Decorum hits new lows during Trump’s address to Congress in a sign of the nation’s polarization

LA Times  

Rep. Al Green protests as President Trump addresses a joint session of Congress on Tuesday. As soon as Trump took the dais, Democratic lawmakers raised small black signs saying “Save Medicaid,” “Musk steals” and “Protect veterans.” After Trump described his Nov. 5 victory as an unprecedented mandate, Rep. Al Green stood and shouted, “You don’t have a mandate!” as he …

Donald Trump to address joint session of Congress on March 4: Time, key details and what to expect
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Donald Trump to address joint session of Congress on March 4: Time, key details and what to expect

Live Mint  

US President Donald Trump will deliver a joint address to Congress on Tuesday marking his first speech to Congress in his second term. Invitation from Speaker Mike Johnson House Speaker Mike Johnson in January invited Trump to deliver the address, stating in his letter, “It is my distinct honor and great privilege to invite you to address a Joint Session …

What to expect at President Trump's address to a joint session of Congress on Tuesday
3 weeks, 1 day ago

What to expect at President Trump's address to a joint session of Congress on Tuesday

NPR  

What to expect at President Trump's address to a joint session of Congress on Tuesday President Trump's 2020 State of the Union address took theatrics to a new level. Ahead of his address to a joint session of Congress tomorrow, NPR senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith takes us back to Trump's first term and his last State of the …

Donald Trump set to address Congress; Know how to watch and why it’s not called State of the Union
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Donald Trump set to address Congress; Know how to watch and why it’s not called State of the Union

Hindustan Times  

US President Donald Trump is all set to address a joint session of Congress for the first time on March 4, Tuesday, since his inauguration. Trump's Congress address coincides with his government's implementation of significant reforms to the federal government. According to the Constitution, the US President “shall from time to time give to the Congress Information of the State …

Trump will address Congress. Why isn't this first speech called a State of the Union?
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Trump will address Congress. Why isn't this first speech called a State of the Union?

NPR  

Trump will address Congress. toggle caption Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images North America President Trump on Tuesday will deliver his first address to a joint session of Congress since his reelection. Trump's speech to Congress is expected to outline his legislative priorities for the upcoming term and highlight the work his administration has accomplished since taking office. But since this is his …

Joe Biden to take the offensive in today's state of the union address: Here's what to expect
1 year ago

Joe Biden to take the offensive in today's state of the union address: Here's what to expect

Hindustan Times  

United States President Joe Biden is expected to deliver his third State of the Union address at 9pm ET tonight. FILE PHOTO: U.S. President Joe Biden delivers remarks before a meeting of his Competition Council, in the State Dining Room at the White House in Washington, U.S., March 5, 2024. State of the Union tonight: What to expect Biden's Expected …

Biden to deliver State of the Union address: All you need to know
1 year ago

Biden to deliver State of the Union address: All you need to know

Al Jazeera  

US President Joe Biden will lay out his policy priorities in an address to Congress eight months before the presidential election. United States President Joe Biden is to deliver the third State of the Union address of his presidency, an opportunity for him to highlight his successes and chart a path forward. This fulfils a requirement in the US Constitution, …

State of the union address: The seven most bizarre moments over the years
2 years, 1 month ago

State of the union address: The seven most bizarre moments over the years

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. open image in gallery Rep. Lauren Boebert and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene scream "Build …

What you need to know about the US State of the Union address
2 years, 1 month ago

What you need to know about the US State of the Union address

Al Jazeera  

President Joe Biden will give a speech to Congress outlining his view on the current state of the nation and priorities for the future. The annual speech – delivered to members of the US House of Representatives and Senate, and broadcast across the country – will offer Biden a chance to run down his administration’s successes and goals, as well …

Opinion: The State of the Union shouldn’t be self-care for presidents
2 years, 1 month ago

Opinion: The State of the Union shouldn’t be self-care for presidents

LA Times  

A TV news crew member sits in front of a live feed of President Joe Biden delivering his State of the Union address to Congress on Capitol Hill on March 1, 2022. The Constitution, we are reminded at this time of year, mandates that the president of the United States report to Congress on the state of the union “from …

As the nation has changed, so has the State of the Union speech
2 years, 1 month ago

As the nation has changed, so has the State of the Union speech

NPR  

As the nation has changed, so has the State of the Union speech Enlarge this image toggle caption Win Macnamee/AFP via Getty Images Win Macnamee/AFP via Getty Images It has been called the biggest night of the year in Washington, D.C., and also the dullest night of the year on television. The Constitution says the president "shall from time to …

Full transcript of President Biden’s prepared remarks for his first State of the Union address
3 years ago

Full transcript of President Biden’s prepared remarks for his first State of the Union address

LA Times  

President Biden delivers his State of the Union address to a joint session of Congress at the Capitol. That’s why one of the first things I did as President was fight to pass the American Rescue Plan. Let’s increase Pell Grants and increase our historic support of HBCUs, and invest in what Jill — our First Lady who teaches full-time …

Why Joe Biden's speech today isn't a State of the Union but a look at the year ahead
3 years, 10 months ago

Why Joe Biden's speech today isn't a State of the Union but a look at the year ahead

ABC  

Joe Biden has given his first address to a joint session of Congress but it wasn't a State of the Union speech. Just four months after his shock victory in the US election, Donald Trump used his first address to Congress in March 2017 to declare "a new chapter of American greatness". Barack Obama Then-vice president Joe Biden and Speaker …

It's not a State of the Union, but Joe Biden will soon deliver his first address to Congress. Here's what to expect
3 years, 11 months ago

It's not a State of the Union, but Joe Biden will soon deliver his first address to Congress. Here's what to expect

ABC  

In just under a week, US President Joe Biden will deliver his first address to a joint session of Congress. The key moments from Trump's 2020 State of the Union Photo shows Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi rips up U.S. President Donald Trump's speech Did Trump mean to snub Pelosi's handshake ahead of his State of the Union address? …

Nearly Everything Trump’s State of the Union Said About Foreign Policy Was Wrong
5 years, 1 month ago

Nearly Everything Trump’s State of the Union Said About Foreign Policy Was Wrong

Slate  

President Donald Trump spent little time on foreign policy in his State of the Union address Tuesday night, but nearly everything he said on the subject was wrong. Early on in his speech, Trump said that, as a result of his policies, America is “highly respected again.” In fact, according to the latest international poll released in January by the …

Republicans Celebrate Trump Getting Away With It At State Of The Union
5 years, 1 month ago

Republicans Celebrate Trump Getting Away With It At State Of The Union

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING WASHINGTON ― On the eve of a final impeachment vote in the Senate, President Donald Trump came to Congress Tuesday night and delivered his third formal State of the Union address, focusing his speech on the strong economy and avoiding the topic of impeachment entirely. But Trump also stoked his normal partisan cheers, with sections of his …

Partisan passions overtake Trump’s State of the Union speech
5 years, 1 month ago

Partisan passions overtake Trump’s State of the Union speech

LA Times  

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi rips up her copy of President Trump’s State of the Union after his speech. Republican lawmakers loudly chanted “four more years!” before Trump began speaking, setting an intensely political tone for an address that offered few major policy proposals but presented a triumphant view of the nation’s changes under his administration, especially emphasizing areas that excite …

Trump State of the Union won’t be 1st delivered amid turmoil
5 years, 1 month ago

Trump State of the Union won’t be 1st delivered amid turmoil

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Two decades ago, President Bill Clinton addressed a nation transfixed by impeachment. Gerald Ford declared “the state of the union is not good.” But Clinton’s 1999 speech offers the most obvious parallels. Just hours before Clinton delivered his State of the Union address, White House lawyers opened their defense of the president in his Senate trial. They argued …

Donald Trump begins State of the Union address: After 2 years of rancor, US president to appeal for unity in speech
6 years, 1 month ago

Donald Trump begins State of the Union address: After 2 years of rancor, US president to appeal for unity in speech

Firstpost  

After two years of bitter partisanship and personal attacks, President Donald Trump will call for unity and cross-party cooperation in Washington during Tuesday’s State of the Union address, a message likely to ring hollow with Democrats determined to block his push for a border wall. Washington: After two years of bitter partisanship and personal attacks, President Donald Trump will call …

State of the Union: What Trump said on wall, economy, Venezuela
6 years, 1 month ago

State of the Union: What Trump said on wall, economy, Venezuela

Al Jazeera  

After two years of bitter partisanship and personal attacks on opponents, US President Donald Trump called for unity and cross-party cooperation during Tuesday’s State of the Union Address, a message likely to ring hollow with Democrats determined to block his push for a border wall. “No issue better illustrates the divide between America’s working class and America’s political class than …

Donald Trump State of the Union speech will call for 'unity' but after 2 years of bitter, personal attacks, nobody is buying in
6 years, 1 month ago

Donald Trump State of the Union speech will call for 'unity' but after 2 years of bitter, personal attacks, nobody is buying in

Firstpost  

After two years of bitter partisanship and personal attacks, President Donald Trump will call for unity and cross-party cooperation in Washington during Tuesday’s State of the Union address, a message likely to ring hollow with emboldened Democrats eager to block his push for a border wall. Washington: After two years of bitter partisanship and personal attacks, President Donald Trump will …

Donald Trump State of the Union promises epic political spectacle with 'optimism' spin: How to watch, what to track
6 years, 1 month ago

Donald Trump State of the Union promises epic political spectacle with 'optimism' spin: How to watch, what to track

Firstpost  

US President Donald Trump’s second State of the Union is likely to be as close as possible to a political rally burnished by the veneer of a historic setting despite White House spin that Trump will call for “optimism and unity”. Trump’s first ever State of the Union address, delivered January 2018, clocked in at 1 hour and 20 minutes. …

Trump to call for unity, face skepticism in State of Union
6 years, 1 month ago

Trump to call for unity, face skepticism in State of Union

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The White House says President Donald Trump will call for optimism and unity in Tuesday’s State of the Union address, using the moment to attempt a reset after two years of bitter partisanship and deeply personal attacks. White House counselor Kellyanne Conway said the president would use his address “to call for an end to the politics of …

Trump Set To Deliver State Of The Union Address
6 years, 1 month ago

Trump Set To Deliver State Of The Union Address

NPR  

Trump Set To Deliver State Of The Union Address In the next hour, President Trump will deliver his second State of the Union address before a joint session of Congress. NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with NPR's Ron Elving about what to expect. MARY LOUISE KELLY, HOST: And from Don to Ron, let us bring in NPR senior editor and …

Trump is latest to give State of Union in time of turmoil
6 years, 1 month ago

Trump is latest to give State of Union in time of turmoil

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump is the latest chief executive to deliver a State of the Union address at a time of turmoil. Despite all of that, presidential historian Douglas Brinkley called Trump’s upcoming address on Tuesday “a strange and bizarre State of the Union.” There’s the continuing federal investigation into Trump campaign contacts with Russia, calls for Trump to …

Trump says State of Union address to stress ‘unity’
6 years, 1 month ago

Trump says State of Union address to stress ‘unity’

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump said Thursday that “unity” will be the theme of his first State of the Union address under divided government and that he respects Stacey Abrams, who will give the Democratic response. In the gallery above: Victorina Morales, who worked for one of Trump’s clubs in New Jersey for years even though she was born in …

State of the Union address: As Pelosi invites Trump to give the speech, history proves its significance
6 years, 1 month ago

State of the Union address: As Pelosi invites Trump to give the speech, history proves its significance

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Donald Trump’s State of the Union address is back on, …

Donald Trump to wait until federal shutdown ends to deliver State of the Union address
6 years, 2 months ago

Donald Trump to wait until federal shutdown ends to deliver State of the Union address

ABC  

US President Donald Trump says he will wait until the federal shutdown has ended to deliver his State of the Union address, yielding after a weeklong showdown with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. Key points: House Speaker Nancy Pelosi had barred Mr Trump from delivering his speech to Congress Mr Trump took to Twitter to say he would not be seeking …

Trump postpones State of Union address until shutdown is over
6 years, 2 months ago

Trump postpones State of Union address until shutdown is over

Al Jazeera  

US President Donald Trump said in a late-night Tweet on Wednesday that he would wait until the government shutdown was over to deliver a State of the Union address from the House of Representatives. In a letter to Trump on Wednesday, Pelosi said: “I am writing to inform you that the House of Representatives will not consider a concurrent resolution …

Nancy Pelosi asks Donald Trump to postpone State of the Union address due to government shutdown
6 years, 2 months ago

Nancy Pelosi asks Donald Trump to postpone State of the Union address due to government shutdown

ABC  

US Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi has asked President Donald Trump to forgo his January 29 State of the Union address, expressing doubts adequate security can be provided during the partial government shutdown. Key points: The State of the Union address is scheduled for January 29 Ms Pelosi has asked Mr Trump to reschedule the address until the government …

Donald Trump's first State of the Union speech: Superb stagecraft can't hide uninspiring content and inward-looking vision
7 years, 1 month ago

Donald Trump's first State of the Union speech: Superb stagecraft can't hide uninspiring content and inward-looking vision

Firstpost  

President Donald Trump’s first “State of the Union” address had something strangely familiar in its presentation. At any event, the speech followed hard on the heels of a ‘shutdown’ when Congress refused to pass the relevant appropriations legislation over disputes on immigration and an expensive border wall to fend off Mexicans searching for a better future in America. The end …

State of the Union address sparks off new immigration showdown between Donald Trump, Democrats
7 years, 1 month ago

State of the Union address sparks off new immigration showdown between Donald Trump, Democrats

Firstpost  

A showdown over US immigration policy loomed on Wednesday after Donald Trump laid out a tough deal in his State of The Union address. Washington: A showdown over US immigration policy loomed on Wednesday after President Donald Trump laid out a tough deal in his State of The Union address that offers citizenship to 1.8 million “Dreamers” in exchange for …

Donald Trump's State of the Union address contained some alternative facts
7 years, 1 month ago

Donald Trump's State of the Union address contained some alternative facts

ABC  

You better believe every line of Donald Trump's State of the Union address was being pored over by the world's media. Fact check: Alternate fact Politico explains: Still on immigration, Mr Trump said: "Under the current broken system, a single immigrant can bring in virtually unlimited numbers of distant relatives." Let's also look at those worker bonuses Mr Trump said: …

State of the Union: Donald Trump was upbeat, but it's what he didn't say that was most notable of all
7 years, 1 month ago

State of the Union: Donald Trump was upbeat, but it's what he didn't say that was most notable of all

ABC  

If Donald Trump's first State of the Union address had been a true reflection of his first chaotic, headline-grabbing year in office it would have been delivered in 280-character bursts on Twitter from his bed with a Filet-o-Fish in one hand and a TV remote in the other. Trump's SOTU fact checked Photo shows Donald Trump raises his arms, looks …

'Don't take him seriously': Donald Trump's State of Union address inauthentic, underwhelming decrees global media
7 years, 1 month ago

'Don't take him seriously': Donald Trump's State of Union address inauthentic, underwhelming decrees global media

Firstpost  

Donald Trump’s State of the Union address – an annual speech seen as a blueprint for the year to come for the US – drew sharp reactions from global media. President Donald Trump made a pitch for national unity and strong borders in his maiden State of the Union address on Tuesday, calling for “one American family” after a year …

State of the Union 2018: Donald Trump mixes self-congratulation with warnings about gangs, drugs and violent immigrants
7 years, 1 month ago

State of the Union 2018: Donald Trump mixes self-congratulation with warnings about gangs, drugs and violent immigrants

Firstpost  

Washington: Addressing a deeply divided nation, President Donald Trump summoned the country to a “new American moment” of unity in his first State of the Union address, challenging Congress to make good on long-standing promises to fix a fractured immigration system and warning darkly of evil forces seeking to undermine America’s way of life. Trump’s address Tuesday night blended self-congratulation …

US President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address: Full text
7 years, 1 month ago

US President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address: Full text

India TV News  

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday night addressed his maiden State of the Union address to a joint session of Congress. Here is the full text of Donald Trump's State of the Union address: Mr. Speaker, Mr. Vice President, Members of Congress, the First Lady of the United States, and my fellow Americans: Less than 1 year has passed since …

North Korea would 'very soon' threaten US with nuclear-tipped missiles, says Trump in his maiden State of the Union address
7 years, 1 month ago

North Korea would 'very soon' threaten US with nuclear-tipped missiles, says Trump in his maiden State of the Union address

India TV News  

Addressing a deeply divided nation, President Donald Trump called for a "new American moment" of unity Tuesday night and challenged lawmakers to make good on long-standing promises to fix a dangerously fractured immigration system, warning of evil outside forces seeking to undermine the nation's way of life. Trump's State of the Union address blended self-congratulation and calls for optimism amid …

Full text of the State of the Union 2018: Donald Trump asks lawmakers to unite in fixing nation's infrastructure, immigration systems
7 years, 1 month ago

Full text of the State of the Union 2018: Donald Trump asks lawmakers to unite in fixing nation's infrastructure, immigration systems

Firstpost  

Addressing a deeply divided nation, President Donald Trump called upon lawmakers Tuesday to “summon the unity” needed to make good on long-standing promises to fix the nation’s crumbling infrastructure and fractured immigration systems, using his State of the Union address to infuse his presidency with a sense of optimism, for at least one high-profile night. We eliminated an especially cruel …

The Hidden Extremism Of Trump's State Of The Union
7 years, 1 month ago

The Hidden Extremism Of Trump's State Of The Union

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump’s first State of the Union address was competently delivered and — for him — relatively inoffensive. On North Korea, Trump described his policy against the hermit kingdom as “waging a campaign of maximum pressure” to prevent Kim Jong Un’s regime from acquiring nuclear weapons. Hours before Trump’s speech, The Washington Post reported …

Trump's State Of The Union Keeps Up His Racist Fight With Black Athletes
7 years, 1 month ago

Trump's State Of The Union Keeps Up His Racist Fight With Black Athletes

Huff Post  

WASHINGTON ― President Donald Trump used his first State of the Union address to continue his attacks on black NFL players and other athletes who have kneeled during the national anthem to protest police brutality and racial inequality. President Donald Trump continued his fight with athletes who have protested during the national anthem during his State of the Union address …

Donald Trump delivers first State of the Union as Russia probe, missing SC justices, Democrat rebuttals make headlines
7 years, 1 month ago

Donald Trump delivers first State of the Union as Russia probe, missing SC justices, Democrat rebuttals make headlines

Firstpost  

A year into his presidency, President Donald Trump stands before the nation Tuesday night to account for his promise to “make America great again”. A year into his presidency, President Donald Trump stands before the nation Tuesday night to account for his promise to “make America great again” amid talk of a rising threat of nuclear war and special counsel …

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