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President Trump is expected to highlight two economic policies from his first term: efforts to reduce the high cost of prescription drugs and a ban on investment firms from purchasing single-family homes. He plans to urge Congress to make the home buying ban permanent, emphasizing that homes should be for people, not corporations.
A federal court in Washington, D.C., rejected a request from immigrant rights groups to temporarily block the IRS from sharing taxpayer data with ICE, allowing the data-sharing agreement to continue. The court determined that the groups are unlikely to succeed on the merits of their claim, as the shared information is not protected by the IRS privacy statute. The agreement, which facilitates immigration enforcement, has been controversial and prompted the resignation of the IRS acting commissioner. It was also revealed that the IRS mistakenly shared taxpayer information for thousands of individuals with DHS, verifying only a small portion of the requested names.
President Trump delivered the State of the Union address, emphasizing economic growth, tax cuts, and a "golden age" for America while criticizing inflation and gas prices under Biden. Notably, he introduced a military hero awarded the Medal of Honor, highlighted recent foreign policy, and addressed domestic issues such as immigration and voting rights, amid protests and Democratic counter-programming. The event was marked by bipartisan tension, remarks on Iran, and tributes to athletes and Epstein survivors, against a backdrop of mixed approval ratings.
The U.S. women's hockey team declined President Trump's invitation to attend his State of the Union address due to scheduling conflicts and travel logistics, despite expressing gratitude for the recognition. The team was unable to participate because of prior academic and professional commitments following their gold medal win at the Olympics. The men's team was also invited, with President Trump making a lighthearted remark about including both teams.
A federal magistrate judge has blocked the Justice Department from searching a Washington Post reporter's seized devices, ruling that the court will conduct an independent review rather than allowing government-led filtering. The FBI had confiscated reporter Hannah Natanson's devices as part of an investigation into leaks of classified information, raising concerns over press freedom and the violation of laws such as the Privacy Protection Act of 1980. The judge emphasized the importance of protecting confidential sources and suggested the government's actions could undermine press independence.
The article criticizes Marco Rubio's speech in Munich for presenting a superficial and uncritical view of Western civilization, highlighting omissions of historical injustices such as slavery, indigenous dispossession, and Chinese laborers. It argues that Rubio's rhetoric of pride and unity echoes nationalist narratives that ignore the West's colonial and oppressive past, and accuses him of weaponizing pride to obscure the complexities and contradictions of Western history. The piece also questions Rubio’s inconsistent foreign policy stance, contrasting his praise for Western unity with current tensions between the U.S. and Europe.
Pete Hegseth described President Donald Trump's policies as "biblical" during a speech at the National Religious Broadcasters convention, asserting that Trump is working to defend faith and restore America's Christian foundations.
During his State of the Union address, President Trump made several claims about his administration's achievements, including exaggerated assertions that he ended eight wars, "obliterated" Iran's nuclear program, and that the economy is better than ever. Fact-checkers from NPR highlighted inaccuracies and overstatements, such as the unsubstantiated link between open borders and the murder of Iryna Zarutska, and clarified that some claims, like the decline in inflation and job growth, are overstated or not entirely accurate. Overall, NPR provided context and evidence to counter many of Trump's assertions on topics including foreign policy, the economy, immigration, and domestic issues.
President Trump will deliver the 2026 State of the Union address before a joint session of Congress at 9 p.m. ET, outlining his agenda and recent accomplishments, following a court ruling that limited his trade authority. Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger will deliver the Democratic response shortly after the speech. The address will be covered live on CBS News and various streaming platforms, with the event taking place in the House chamber of the U.S. Capitol.
In his State of the Union address, President Donald Trump highlighted what he described as a booming economy and recent achievements to reassure Americans ahead of the midterms. He focused on pro-growth policies, including tariffs and immigration crackdowns, and announced new initiatives such as higher electricity rates for tech data centers and a plan to expand retirement savings options. The speech included notable moments like honoring the US hockey team and addressing partisan protests, with limited emphasis on foreign policy issues.
President Donald Trump delivered the first State of the Union speech of his second term, offering an opportunity to reshape his political agenda ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. PBS News Hour hosted a live discussion with correspondents Lisa Desjardins, Liz Landers, and Deema Zein to analyze the speech's key points and public reactions, amid ongoing debates about public support and fulfillment of campaign promises.
Sen. Mark Kelly, D-Ariz., stated he feels it is his obligation to attend President Trump's State of the Union address, despite some fellow Democrats boycotting. He also addressed recent pressure from the Trump administration, which aimed to indict him over a video where he and other Democratic lawmakers encouraged troops to disobey potentially illegal orders.