President Donald Trump delivered his longest-ever State of the Union address, clocking in at over 107 minutes. The speech was marked by a gradual decline in mood, culminating in bickering among lawmakers and heckling from Democratic Reps. Al Green and Rashida Tlaib.
In the packed House chamber, only one bipartisan moment emerged – when athletes from the US Men’s Hockey team entered the press gallery, receiving cheers and applause. However, Democrats were noticeably absent, with many opting for alternative events instead of attending the speech.
Trump brought in a range of guests, including politicians, celebrities, and business leaders, but the tone of the event remained contentious. Lawmakers criticized Trump’s policies, while he responded with strong rhetoric. Despite the tension, no major clashes occurred between Supreme Court justices and the President.
Source: https://www.businessinsider.com/i-attended-trump-state-union-speech-experience-2026-2