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Fact-checking Trump's speech to Congress
On issues including Social Security, immigration and fentanyl, President Donald Trump bent the facts during his speech to Congress.NBC News - 1d -
L.A. fire captain who fought California wildfires to attend joint address to Congress
Palisades and Eaton fire survivors still need help. That's the message California Sen. Alex Padilla hopes to send to Congress next week at President Donald Trump's first joint address.NBC News - 6d -
In address to congress, Argentine President Milei promises IMF deal and lauds economic wins
Argentina’s libertarian president Javier Milei has signaled that a new and much-anticipated deal with the International Monetary Fund is imminentABC News - 4d -
Slotkin to deliver Democratic response to Trump's joint address
Sen. Elissa Slotkin will deliver the Democrats' response to President Trump's joint address to Congress next week, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer announced Thursday.CBS News - 6d -
Slotkin to deliver Democratic response to Trump address
Sen. Elissa Slotkin (D-Mich.) is going to deliver the Democratic response to President Trump’s upcoming congressional address, according to a Thursday press release. Slotkin’s role was revealed by ...The Hill - 6d -
Here are the White House guests for Trump's address
The White House on Tuesday unveiled the list of guests who will sit with first lady Melania Trump at the Capitol during President Trump’s address to a joint session of Congress. Fifteen individuals ...The Hill - 2d -
Trump to address nation amid sagging approval ratings
President Donald Trump is set to address a joint session of Congress Tuesday night amid sinking approval ratings, according to recent polling data.ABC News - 1d -
Trump pledges to address 'inflation nightmare' impacting the economy
During his address to Congress, President Trump said addressing economic issues and an "inflation nightmare" were a top priority of his administration, including the rising price of eggs.NBC News - 1d -
Trump clashes with Democrats at testy joint address
President Trump on Tuesday sparred with Democratic lawmakers during an address to a joint session of Congress that began with a congressman being escorted out of the chamber and saw other Democrats ...The Hill - 1d -
Sen. Sanders responds to Trump's Congressional address
Sen. Bernie Sanders shared remarks on the social platform X criticizing President Donald Trump after his Congressional address. Sanders suggests that Trump did not address fundamental problems ...NBC News - 1d -
'Partisan and divisive': House leadership on Trump's joint address
President Donald Trump addressed Congress and the nation Tuesday evening.ABC News - 1d -
Walz calls Trump address 'reality TV'
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) on Wednesday slammed President Trump’s address to Congress in an interview on CNN, referring to the speech as “reality TV.” “Look, it was what I expected, it was reality ...The Hill - 11h -
Democrats bring Medicaid fight to Trump at joint address
Democrats used President Trump’s address to Congress on Tuesday to ramp up pressure on Republicans over potential Medicaid cuts, homing in on an issue they think will resonate among voters for the ...The Hill - 4h -
Ohio Republican pushes for Congress to act on Trump's orders
Rep. Troy Balderson (R-Ohio) on Thursday urged Congress to act on President Trump's executive orders, saying the national legislature "must do its job." "It’s up to us on Capitol Hill to make ...The Hill - Feb. 21 -
Here’s What to Watch For in Trump’s Speech to Congress
Presidents typically use these speeches to promote their accomplishments and lay out their plans. President Trump is expected to touch on Ukraine and government cuts.The New York Times - 2d -
Backdrop for Trump's speech to Congress is a potential government shutdown
A government shutdown looms as Trump addresses a joint session of Congress, where he’s sure to face a divided audience following his effort to slash the government.ABC News - 1d -
Here’s How Democrats Are Protesting Trump’s Speech to Congress
Many Democrats are taking guests who they say have been hurt by Elon Musk’s gutting of the federal bureaucracy. Several others will skip the speech and host counterprogramming, such as live ...The New York Times - 1d -
Trump outlines his economic plans to Congress
In his address to Congress on Tuesday night, President Trump outlined his vision for reducing inflation and boosting the American economy. The president made his case for tariffs on U.S. allies, ...CBS News - 1d -
It’s Hard Not to Protest a Speech Like Trump’s Congress Speech
Democrats have spent weeks hand-wringing over how to respond to Trump’s machine-gunning of American institutions.The New York Times - 1d -
How to watch Trump's speech to joint session of Congress
President Trump addressed a joint session of Congress in his first speech to both chambers since he returned to office. Here's how to watch his 2025 address.CBS News - 1d -
Trump repeatedly attacks Biden in speech to Congress
President Trump criticized President Biden's policies during his speech to Congress, accusing him of having an "open southern border" and a "failed administration."The Hill - 1d -
Read the Full Transcript of President Trump’s Speech to Congress
In a speech to Congress in his first weeks in office, the president laid out his vision to remake U.S. policy on the military, trade, immigration and foreign aid.The New York Times - 1d -
Trump’s Speech to Congress: The Best and Worst Moments
What Times Opinion columnists and writers thought of the president’s speech to Congress.The New York Times - 1d -
Pence congratulates Trump on 'strong' speech to Congress
Former Vice President Pence on Wednesday congratulated President Trump on a “strong” speech before a joint session of Congress. “Congratulations to President @realDonaldTrump on a strong Joint ...The Hill - 21h -
Key takeaways from Trump's speech to Congress
President Donald Trump, six weeks into his historic return to the White House, delivered the longest joint address to Congress in history on Tuesday night.ABC News - 18h -
Trump Celebrates Disruption in Speech to Congress, and Avoids the Costs
The president’s speech to Congress covered tariffs, Ukraine and cuts to the federal work force but did little to address the perils that accompany the abrupt shifts he has engineered.The New York Times - 18h -
'Uphill battle' ahead: Trump, business leaders and economists react to German election result
As a new chapter in German politics begins on Monday following the federal election at the weekend, there's a distinct feeling of déjà vu in Berlin.CNBC - Feb. 24 -
'Trump and Vance were so rude': Ukrainians react to disastrous White House meeting
The more the country is attacked, the more unity there is, people in Kyiv tell the BBC.BBC News - 5d -
Global bonds sell off as investors react to Trump's tariffs and a German 'paradigm shift'
Government bonds were selling off all over the world on Thursday, with German borrowing costs hovering at multi-decade highs.CNBC - 20m -
'Reverse Robin Hood scam' or windfall for middle class? Lawmakers debate Trump tax plan extensions
Democrats and Republicans are making competing claims about how extending tax cuts from Trump's first term would benefit the rich and poor.CNBC - 2d -
Trump-Zelenskyy rift is putting U.S. on 'wrong side of history,' says House Democratic lawmaker
Rep. Mike Quigley (D-Ill.) joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss last week's meeting between President Trump and President Zelenskyy. Rep. Quigley lays out what he wants to see in a government ...NBC News - 2d -
See who Melania Trump invited to President Trump's speech to Congress
Guests include an American who was recently released from a Russian prison.CBS News - 1d -
Trump and Musk addressed email termination threats, neither cleared up the confusion
Since Elon Musk threatened federal workers with firings if they didn't list five work accomplishments, Trump tells them they're "on the bubble" if they don't comply.ABC News - Feb. 26 -
Democrats Invite Fired Federal Workers to Trump’s Congressional Address
The move comes as lawmakers hear from constituents over President Trump’s and Elon Musk’s efforts to slash federal spending and cull the civil service ranks.The New York Times - 3d -
Jeffries: It's important to have 'strong, determined and dignified Democratic presence’ at Trump address
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) called for Democrats to have a “strong, determined and dignified” presence at President Trump’s address to a joint session of Congress on Tuesday. ...The Hill - 2d -
Virginia Democrat to boycott Trump address in solidarity with federal workers
The top Democrat on the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee is skipping President Trump’s speech to Congress Tuesday night. Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-Va.), who represents a large number ...The Hill - 2d -
Sen. Lankford discusses what he expects from President Trump's address
Republican Sen. James Lankford of Oklahoma joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss President Trump's address to Congress and what he expects to hear from the president regarding major issues like Ukraine ...CBS News - 2d -
Sen. Elizabeth Warren on Trump's address, pushing back on his agenda
President Trump is set to deliver a joint session address, touting his administration's recent actions, including new tariffs, federal workforce reductions and efforts to end the war in Ukraine. ...CBS News - 2d