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With members of the presidential line of succession in the Capitol for President Trump's speech to the joint session of Congress, a designated survivor will be named to stay away in case of a catastrophic event.

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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 - 2h
Trump is making his big speech to Congress. Here’s how to watch.

Tuesday night’s speech will be President Donald Trump’s first televised prime-time address since he returned to office six weeks ago.
Politico - 5h
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 - 16h
Here’s How to Watch Trump’s Address to Congress

At 9 p.m. Eastern, President Trump will speak to a joint session of Congress for the first time in his second term. The New York Times will carry the address live.
The New York Times - 5h
Trump's speeches to Congress: How long has he spoken?

President Trump could speak for well over an hour when he addresses lawmakers in the Capitol on Tuesday, with a betting line set at one hour and 24.5 minutes, as he seeks to tout his recent actions ...
The Hill - 9h
Trump and Congress — in Four Speeches

On Tuesday, President Trump will address a deeply divided Congress, whose legislative authority is now being tested by his aggressive executive orders. We look back at his evolving relationship ...
The New York Times - 15h
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 - 7h
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 - 10h
How to watch Trump address to Congress

President Trump is set to address a joint session of Congress for the first time during his second term on Tuesday, outlining the goals of his administration and how he views the state of the ...
The Hill - 14h
Here are the Democrats skipping President Trump's address to Congress

Several Democrats in both chambers of Congress are planning to skip President Trump’s first address to lawmakers of his second White House term Tuesday night, expected to be a wide-ranging speech ...
The Hill - 7h
Here are the Democrats skipping Trump's joint address to Congress

Several Democrats have said they do not plan to attend President Donald Trump's joint address to Congress on Tuesday.
ABC News - 2h
What to watch when Trump gives his big speech to Congress

President Donald Trump is preparing for his first big speech to Congress since returning to the White House
ABC News - 1d
In Speech to Congress, Trump Is Expected to Boast About DOGE Cuts and Ukraine

Tuesday night’s address will be a remarkable return to a chamber that President Trump last addressed five years ago, before voters ousted him from office.
The New York Times - 1d
Trump’s speech to Congress: President likely to address tariffs, energy and immigration, but not these topics

President Trump is due to give a State-of-the-Union-style address on Tuesday night, in which he’s expected to talk up his handling of the country’s economy, even as one gauge for the economic ...
MarketWatch - 13h
Watch live: House Democrats speak ahead of Trump's speech to Congress

House Democratic leaders will give remarks Tuesday morning ahead of President Trump's first major speech before Congress. The press conference, led by Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar ...
The Hill - 10h
Trump expected to defend tariff policy in speech to joint session of Congress

President Trump made good on his promise to impose sweeping new tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China. NBC News Correspondents Kelly O’Donnell, Melanie Zanona and Brian Cheung discuss what to expect ...
NBC News - 5h
Watch Live: Trump's speech before a joint session of Congress

President Trump is addressing a joint session of Congress and the nation in his first speech to lawmakers since he took office six weeks ago.
CBS News - 21m
Assassin's Creed Shadows: Here's How Mastery And Knowledge Works

Assassin's Creed Shadows will feature a progression loop that allows players to fine-tune the skills of protagonists Naoe and Yasuke, while also ensuring that no character is left behind thanks ...
GameSpot - 1d
How to watch Trump's address to Congress tonight

President Trump will address a joint session of Congress tonight, marking his first speech to both chambers since he returned to office. Here's how to watch his 2025 address.
CBS News - 2h
How will Trump's proposed "gold card" for immigration work?

President Trump and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick announced Tuesday a new "gold card" that would allow wealthy immigrants to buy a path to citizenship for $5 million and replace the current ...
CBS News - 5d
House GOP committee chairs invite Hunter Biden whistleblowers to Trump's speech to Congress

Politico - 13h
Trump to defend trade war in Congress speech as commerce chief says he will meet Canada and China halfway – live

Top Trump adviser says president will defend his trade war while Howard Lutnick, his commerce secretary, says he will find middle ground. US consumers warned to brace for higher prices China ...
The Guardian - 4h
As Trump prepares for his speech to Congress, a look at his economic promises and where they stand

As President Donald Trump prepares to give his first big speech to Congress tonight since starting his second term, here’s a look at the status of his key economic moves.
MarketWatch - 1h
Trump’s speech to Congress live: president delivers address amid global turmoil over Ukraine and trade wars

US president is expected to lay out his vision to joint session of Congress after a radical start that has already reshaped domestic and foreign policy. Donald Trump ’s speech tonight at the front ...
The Guardian - 23m
Here's how Trump can still win in Ukraine

Team Trump is struggling to find a solution to the war in Ukraine, with President Trump refusing to blame Putin and instead placing blame on Ukraine and NATO, despite a Quinnipiac University Poll ...
The Hill - Feb. 25
How to watch, stream Trump's address to the joint session of Congress tonight

President Donald Trump is set to address a joint session of Congress on Tuesday -- his first speech to Congress of his second term.
ABC News - 11h
How do we make Europe more secure? Here are five steps we need to take now

Europe can’t wait to react to Trump’s mood swings but must show we have the will and the wallet to take back control. • Ukraine war live . It’s exhausting and humiliating to have no control – ...
The Guardian - 3d
Mortgage rates are falling. Here’s how much income you need now to buy a house for $250,000, $400,000 and $1 million.

Mortgage rates fell for the sixth week in a row, offering more financial relief to home buyers.
MarketWatch - 3d
I Used to Work at the IRS. Here’s How the Massive Job Cuts This Week Will Affect You

Is it a good time to cheat on your taxes given all the pink slips at the IRS?
Inc. - Feb. 22
In 1982, American Airlines Made a Brilliant Business Decision. Here’s How It Still Works Now (and What’s Changed)

Imagine a business idea that’s so smart, everyone in your industry copies it.
Inc. - 4d
Wall Street can’t stop talking about the ‘Mar-a-Lago Accord.’ Here’s how the currency deal would work.

A theory about how the Trump administration could restructure the international financial system to better serve American interests is starting to be taken seriously on Wall Street.
MarketWatch - 2d
Americans say Trump changing how government works, but divide on workforce cuts

Ukraine also brings divisions; Trump's immigration efforts rate well, but many look for more inflation focus.
CBS News - 2d
Musk may be the wedge Democrats need to separate Trump from his working-class base

Elon Musk is dominating the media and the political landscape, with his influence over President Trump and his role in the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) raising concerns about his ...
The Hill - Feb. 23
Gucci’s Fall Collection Shows Why the Brand Needs a Designer

It’s time for the brand to take some risks.
The New York Times - 6d
Congress needs to put DOGE in a time out

While Musk has made a career out of pushing the boundaries of industry norms and government regulations, there’s a fine line between disruption and outright illegality. DOGE is crossing that line.
The Hill - 4d
Here’s how Canada, China and Mexico are striking back against Trump tariffs

In a sharp rebuke to President Donald Trump’s latest round of tariffs, Canada and Mexico have swiftly rolled out retaliatory measures, as the effects of a nascent trade war are felt across North ...
MarketWatch - 9h
How do tariffs work?

President Trump has followed through on his threat to place tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico and he's increased the tariffs already in place against China. CBS News business analyst Jill ...
CBS News - 11h
As President Trump prepares to address Congress, Americans are split on how he's done so far

From immigration to DOGE and cutting costs, Americans are divided on how President Trump and his administration are doing so far as the president prepares to address Congress about plans for his ...
CBS News - 12h
'They took all the women here': Rape survivors recall horror of DR Congo jailbreak

Women recall being raped in prison in DR Congo, as chaos broke out after rebels advanced on Goma city.
BBC News - Feb. 25