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Trump’s State of the Union missed the mark for Republicans and Democrats. Here’s what he talked about instead

ANALYSIS: Donald Trump played the showman at his State of the Union but gave average Americans little reason to back the GOP brand, writes John Bowden and some Republicans believe his foreign-heavy focus still leaves 'America First' behind

The Independent UK

Who Skipped Trump's State Of The Union Address: Here's Full List Of Those Who Boycotted The Event And Why

Over 80 Democratic lawmakers boycott President Trump's State of the Union Address, highlighting political divisions.

International Business Times UK

Trump is ‘making your life harder’: Democrat Abigail Spanberger argues in State of the Union response

Spanberger spoke from Colonial Williamsburg to deliver a message on affordability on behalf of the Democratic Party

The Independent UK

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‘We did not hear the truth’: Spanberger criticizes Trump over cost of living

Virginia’s new governor gives State of the Union rebuttal while Alex Padilla echoes themes in Spanish response

The Guardian - US

Trump delivers longest-ever State of the Union address – as it happened

President is dogged by low public approval ratings with November midterm elections on the horizon

The Guardian - AU

What to expect in Gov Abigail Spanberger’s response to Trump State of the Union address

She will have far less time than the Republican president to deliver her rebuttal

The Independent UK

State of the Union 2026: When and where to watch Donald Trump’s speech to Congress — details

President Trump is set to deliver his State of the Union address, his second major speech to Congress this term. The address, expected to be lengthy, will likely highlight his accomplishments and address key issues like tariffs, immigration, and foreign policy. Several Democrats plan to boycott the event, with Governor…

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How states are testing ICE resistance strategies

The efforts will likely lead to court fights with the Trump administration.

Axios

Abigail Spanberger: Democrats turn to centrist as party seeks return to relevance

Choice of Virginia governor to give Trump rebuttal suggests DNC believes moderate approach could bring midterm wins

The Guardian - US

What time is Trump’s State of the Union – and how can I watch?

The US president will deliver his State of the Union address this evening – here’s what you need to know

The Guardian - US

Virginia Democrats' Push for Mandatory Government Unions Is Not an 'Affordability' Agenda

The legislation would almost certainly lead to a higher cost of living in the form of substantial tax increases.

Reason

Democratic response to Trump's SOTU becomes a crowded affair

Democrats are trying to mobilize every faction of their coalition before the midterms.

Axios

MAGA has called her a villain, a witch, and ‘dangerous,’ and now she’s been picked to deliver the State of the Union rebuttal

Big career moment for the Democrat.

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Scoop: Rep. Summer Lee to deliver progressive State of the Union response

The Pennsylvania Democrat vowed to " say what too many politicians won't: the system is rigged."

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Abigail Spanberger to give Democratic response to Trump’s State of the Union address

Virginia governor is seen as a model for the party to win back power in midterm elections

The Independent UK

Abigail Spanberger tapped to deliver Dem response to Trump’s State of the Union address

Spanberger became Virginia’s first female governor earlier this year

The Independent UK

AOC is pushing the Democrats to take her seriously. Munich could launch her rebirth

ANALYSIS: Once seen as an insurgent, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has become a team player for the Democratic Party, Eric Garcia writes. Now, she wants to remake what that team looks like

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Proposed Virginia map would help Democrats flip up to four House seats

Virginia voters are poised to weigh on a proposed congressional map that would give Democrats an advantage in 10 of 11 House seats.

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Vance Goes to Minnesota

Plus: Nurses on strike, Florida is full, the consumer revolution, and more...

Axios

Dems' potential 2028 contenders cautious on trans rights

Republicans already are promising to air ads blasting Democrats over the party's support for trans rights in the 2028 campaign.

International Business Times UK

Virginia's First Female Governor Scraps ICE Cooperation Order Hours After Historic Inauguration

Abigail Spanberger reverses Youngkin's order requiring Virginia police to cooperate with ICE, sparking fierce Republican backlash over public safety concerns.

The Independent UK

Virginia tradition calls for morning suits at an inauguration. But Spanberger switched things up

Virginia’s governors traditionally wear morning suits for their inaugurations

The Independent UK

Abigail Spanberger makes history being sworn in as Virginia’s first female governor

Democrat Abigail Spanberger sworn into office as Virginia's first female governor

Reason

'Affordability' Politics Is a Major Opening for the Free Market Message in the New Year

The socialists of both parties want things to cost less. Only free markets can make that so.

Roll Call

Democrats close year emboldened by 2025 electoral successes - Roll Call

Here’s a look back at the big campaign moments of 2025 including mid-decade redistricting and Democrats overperforming in off-year elections.

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