President Donald Trump is set to deliver a joint address to Congress, where he is expected to highlight his efforts to reduce the size of the federal government, facing criticism for potentially overstepping his authority. This comes as Trump makes significant shifts in both domestic and international policies, including a contentious meeting with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and efforts to cut federal budgets and eliminate diversity programs. Elon Musk will attend the address, despite not being the acting administrator of the Department of Government Efficiency.
Trump’s speech is likely to focus on immigration, tariffs, and the government’s efficiency efforts, with an emphasis on his administration’s accomplishments. Vice President JD Vance will travel outside of Washington to highlight key points of the address, starting with a visit to the southern border. Democratic Senator Elissa Slotkin will deliver the party’s response, highlighting her security background as a former CIA analyst and providing a counterpoint to the administration’s policies.
Members of Congress also plan to bring guests to the address, with Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer inviting individuals affected by Trump administration policies. This address follows Trump’s 2020 State of the Union speech, which was marked by a confrontation with Pelosi and was later overshadowed by the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic. The president’s post-address plans may include additional travel to amplify his message.
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