President Donald Trump will address both chambers of Congress on Feb. 24 in what will be his first State of the Union since beginning his second term.
Scheduled for 9 p.m., the speech will mark Trump’s second address to Congress since he reclaimed the White House, coming roughly one year after his March 4, 2025, address to a joint session.
Unlike that speech, the State of the Union address is mandated by the U.S. Constitution. Presidents have historically used the occasion to speak on the top issues of the day, their appraisal of the state of the United States, their plans for the future, and legislative requests….
What to Know About Trump’s 1st State of the Union Address of His 2nd Term

