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Trump's State of the Union Amid Government Shutdown Concerns

2/14/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump will deliver the State of the Union on February 24, 2025.
GOP insiders worry the address could appear disingenuous while parts of the government remain closed.
A senior White House official said postponing the address is not being considered.
Lawmakers left Washington without plans to return early as funding disputes continue.
Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt criticized Democrats for the shutdown situation.

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U.S. President Donald Trump will deliver the State of the Union on February 24, 2025.
GOP insiders worry the address could appear disingenuous while parts of the government remain closed.
A senior White House official said postponing the address is not being considered.
Lawmakers left Washington without plans to return early as funding disputes continue.
Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt criticized Democrats for the shutdown situation.