In his State of the Union address delivered on February 24, 2026, President Donald Trump aimed to reverse his declining approval ratings and rally support ahead of the midterm elections. He proclaimed a 'turnaround for the ages,' stating, 'My fellow Americans, our nation is back bigger, better, richer and stronger than ever before.' Despite this optimistic rhetoric, Trump faces significant challenges, with polls indicating that 56% of Americans disapprove of his handling of the economy, according to Reuters/Ipsos. The speech, lasting one hour and 47 minutes, became the longest in U.S. history, surpassing the previous record held by Bill Clinton. Trump's defiant tone was met with a divided audience, as at least 40 Democrats chose to skip the event, while Republicans cheered and chanted in support of his claims about national achievements, including the recent Olympic success of the U.S. men's hockey team.
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Donald Trump Delivers Record State Of The Union Address In Washington
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In his lengthy State of the Union, Trump touted national achievements and a tough foreign policy, but faces disapproval over the economy as midterms approach, highlighting a divided Congress.
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