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Trump's Record-Long Address Ignores $38.8 Trillion Debt Concerns

2/27/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump delivered the longest State of the Union address in history, lasting 1 hour and 47 minutes.
He discussed 401(k) accounts and criticized Democrats while not mentioning the national debt.
A bipartisan poll shows debt near $38.8 trillion concerns inflation and borrowing costs.
The poll shows 83% of voters view a debt plan as crucial for their vote, and 79% want debt reduction as a priority.

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U.S. President Donald Trump delivered the longest State of the Union address in history, lasting 1 hour and 47 minutes.
He discussed 401(k) accounts and criticized Democrats while not mentioning the national debt.
A bipartisan poll shows debt near $38.8 trillion concerns inflation and borrowing costs.
The poll shows 83% of voters view a debt plan as crucial for their vote, and 79% want debt reduction as a priority.