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Trump Defends Immigration Amid Heckles and Democratic Boycott

2/28/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump faced opposition from Democrats during February 24, 2026 State of Union over immigration and fraud.
Trump defended immigration enforcement and cited a Minnesota fraud investigation.
Democratic Reps. Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib heckled him, accusing him of lying.
Many Democrats boycotted the speech, choosing events such as the People’s State of the Union.
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger criticized the administration as corrupt and urged immigration reform.

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U.S. President Donald Trump faced opposition from Democrats during February 24, 2026 State of Union over immigration and fraud.
Trump defended immigration enforcement and cited a Minnesota fraud investigation.
Democratic Reps. Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib heckled him, accusing him of lying.
Many Democrats boycotted the speech, choosing events such as the People’s State of the Union.
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger criticized the administration as corrupt and urged immigration reform.