Trump’s State of the Union will seek to calm voters’ economic concerns ahead of midterm elections

Associated Press (AP)CenterEN 5 min read 100% complete by By WILL WEISSERTFebruary 24, 2026 at 08:53 AM

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In his upcoming State of the Union address, President Trump aims to reassure voters about the economy and encourage support for Republicans in the upcoming midterm elections. He will highlight his administration's policies on immigration, government spending, tariffs, and military actions. Trump is expected to emphasize economic growth, domestic manufacturing, and job creation, despite public skepticism. He will likely address the Supreme Court's ruling against his tariff policies and advocate for increased military funding and stricter voter identification laws. Experts note the challenge for Trump to balance celebrating his accomplishments with rallying support for his party in the midterm elections, especially given his tendency to deviate from prepared remarks.

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