What to Know About Trump’s Speech to Congress
President Donald Trump on Tuesday night will stand at the front of the U.S. House chamber to address a joint session of Congress, the first of his second term in office.
What Time and When is Trump’s Speech to Congress?
The speech starts at 8 p.m. CT on Tuesday, March 4.
How to Watch Trump’s Speech Live
Trump’s speech will be shown live on all of the major network and cable television stations, including on NBC, MSNBC, NBC News Now, NBC’s online streaming network Peacock, and this website.
Where Does the Address Take Place?
Trump’s speech will take place in the U.S. House chamber. Larger than the Senate chamber, it can accommodate both House and Senate lawmakers as well as other officials who are typically invited to such events.
Who Else Will Be There?
Members of the U.S. Supreme Court and Trump’s Cabinet will attend.
What Happens Afterward?
As there is a post-State of the Union address, the opposing party — in this case, the Democrats — will offer a message in response to the joint congressional address.
Why Isn’t This Called the State of the Union?
By tradition, a State of the Union address is intended as a look back on the prior year. Trump just took office — albeit for a second time — on Jan. 20, so he’s only been in office this go-round for just over a month.
Conclusion
Trump’s speech to Congress will be an important moment in his second term, as he outlines his vision for the country and his legislative agenda. The speech will be carried live on major network and cable television stations, and will be followed by a response from the opposing party.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What time is Trump’s speech to Congress?
A: The speech starts at 8 p.m. CT on Tuesday, March 4.
Q: Who will be in attendance?
A: Members of the U.S. Supreme Court and Trump’s Cabinet will attend, as well as other officials and guests.
Q: What will happen after the speech?
A: The opposing party will offer a message in response to the joint congressional address.
Q: Why isn’t this called the State of the Union?
A: This speech is intended as a look forward, setting a tone for Trump’s legislative agenda, rather than a look back at the prior year, which is typically the purpose of a State of the Union address.
