In his State of the Union, the president touts a transformed economic and border-security landscape under his leadership, arguing inflation is down, the economy is robust, and stock markets are strong within a year.

The address is notably lengthy, lasting about one hour and forty-eight minutes, making it one of the longer State of the Union speeches.

He frames the performance as a rally for continued Republican support in the midterms, highlighting a strong economy and secure borders as central achievements.

International relations are framed through an America-first lens, with emphasis on tariffs, trade policy, and strong border enforcement, while referencing global events like the Olympics and World Cup.

The speech notes opposition in Congress, with some Democrats planning to boycott or protest near the Capitol while others dispute the policies.

Security and crime are linked to illegal immigration, with anecdotes cited and a push to restore funding for border and homeland security despite Democratic opposition.

He argues that costs for families—such as essentials like eggs, butter, rent, and energy—should fall, while portraying opponents’ policies as the source of affordability pressures.

Personal stories and recognitions are used to illustrate patriotism and heroism, including veterans, rescues, and Olympic athletes, tying these moments to policy imperatives.

The speech features moments honoring individuals and presenting Medal of Freedom-worthy achievements, using these narratives to bolster calls for policy action.

Closing statements emphasize restoring homeland-security funding, defending America-first policies, and protecting Social Security and Medicare while pursuing domestic reforms.

Anticipated topics include Iran, Venezuela’s Maduro, and domestic wins on drug prices, immigration enforcement, and border security.

Policy proposals are introduced to curb corruption and help the middle class, such as a Ratepayer Protection for AI data centers, limits on Wall Street’s single-family home purchases, and a Stop Insider Trading Act.