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Senator Mullin Optimistic Ahead of Trump's State Address

2/25/2026

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U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) expressed optimism ahead of the State of the Union address by U.S. President Donald Trump, citing low gas prices and a tax cut.
The address marks one year into Trump's second term, with focus on border security and the economy, and some Democrats plan to boycott.
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger will deliver the Democratic response at the February 24, 9 p.m. EST event on C-SPAN.

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U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) expressed optimism ahead of the State of the Union address by U.S. President Donald Trump, citing low gas prices and a tax cut.
The address marks one year into Trump's second term, with focus on border security and the economy, and some Democrats plan to boycott.
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger will deliver the Democratic response at the February 24, 9 p.m. EST event on C-SPAN.