Key Issues Expected to Dominate Trump’s Upcoming State of the Union Speech

Sunday, February 22, 2026 at 5:31 PM

President Trump's State of the Union address to Congress this week is anticipated to focus on several major policy areas. Trade policies, Department of Homeland Security budget matters, and global diplomatic challenges are predicted to be central themes in the president's annual speech.

President Trump’s upcoming State of the Union address to Congress this week is anticipated to center around several key policy priorities that have dominated his administration’s agenda.

According to expectations from political observers, the president’s annual speech will likely emphasize trade policy measures, funding issues for the Department of Homeland Security, and ongoing diplomatic challenges on the international stage.

The State of the Union represents the president’s opportunity to outline his legislative priorities and address the nation’s current challenges before a joint session of Congress and a national television audience.

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