Congress and Federal Government

House Speaker Mike Johnson formally invited President Trump to deliver the State of the Union to a joint session of Congress on Feb. 24, praising his "bold action" in the invitation. Johnson tied the address to the 250th anniversary of American independence and highlighted the work of Trump and the GOP‑led Congress in 2025, framing it as Trump’s first formal State of the Union of his second term and an opportunity to shape the GOP’s message ahead of the pivotal 2026 midterm elections.

House Speaker Mike Johnson said Wednesday he expects President Donald Trump’s first formal State of the Union address of his second term to take place on Feb. 24, 2026, though the date has not been officially set. Johnson told reporters the House is looking at alternative dates but that week aligns with a mid‑to‑late February session and reflects the White House’s preference, noting that a formal invitation letter from the speaker to the president is still pending.