President Donald Trump is set to deliver his 2026 State of the Union address Tuesday night in Washington, D.C., using the high-profile speech to outline his agenda ahead of November’s midterm elections, where control of Congress is at stake.
The address comes as new polling shows a majority of Americans disapprove of his handling of key issues, including inflation, tariffs, immigration, foreign relations, and the economy.
Expected Announcements on Energy and AI
Trump is expected to announce a proposed agreement with major technology companies aimed at preventing rising household electricity costs tied to expanding AI data centers. According to sources, companies would commit to covering infrastructure costs so consumers do not see higher utility bills. Electricity prices have risen more than 6% over the past year.
The speech theme, “America at 250: Strong, Prosperous and Respected,” references the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States.
Guests, Protests, and Boycotts
Dozens of Democrats—at least 39 lawmakers—plan to skip the address in protest, with some attending alternative events nearby.
The White House is also working on logistics to host members of the U.S. men’s Olympic hockey team, fresh off a gold medal victory, while the women’s team reportedly declined an invitation.
High Stakes Ahead of Midterms
The annual address offers Trump a major national platform to promote economic policies and legislative priorities as both parties prepare for a competitive election season later this year.
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