Trump’s State of the Union Comes After Court Setback, Senate Hearings Await

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 11:46 AM

President Trump will deliver his State of the Union address following a Supreme Court decision that overturned a key trade policy. His contentious surgeon general nominee will finally face Senate confirmation proceedings after lengthy delays.

President Trump is set to present his State of the Union address in the coming days, following a significant Supreme Court ruling that dismantled a major component of his trade agenda. Additionally, his disputed nominee for U.S. surgeon general is finally scheduled to appear before senators for her postponed confirmation proceedings.

Meanwhile, the House Agriculture Committee had planned to start deliberations on Monday regarding a Republican-backed farm bill, though inclement weather forced lawmakers to postpone the beginning of the markup process.

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