President Donald Trump used his 2026 State of the Union address to argue his administration has delivered an economic turnaround, press Congress for new priorities on immigration and election rules, and frame the coming months as a test of whether lawmakers will adopt his agenda. The speech focused heavily on domestic themes and featured invited guests and recognitions intended to underscore policy arguments and reinforce messaging around economic growth, border enforcement, and public safety.
The address was delivered to a joint session of Congress at the U.S. Capitol on February 24, 2026. Multiple outlets reported it ran about 1 hour and 48 minutes, making it one of the longest State of the Union speeches in modern history. Applause lines and partisan reactions frequently interrupted the remarks, reflecting the current political divide inside the chamber.
