Biden to deliver State of the Union address Thursday night

WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Joe Biden is set to deliver his State of the Union address to Congress Thursday evening. With many challenges facing the nation and the world, including the economy, immigration, and the war in Gaza, all eyes will be on the President as he assures the American people that the country is on the right track. Biden's speech is expected to highlight his administration's response to inflation and will emphasize the importance of Congress passing major legislation on infrastructure investment, immigration, and healthcare reform.

With big developments in Russia's advancements in Ukraine and increasing tensions with China in the South China Sea and Taiwan, President Biden will likely discuss foreign policy matters during this address. Viewers can expect Biden to focus heavily on the need for U.S. aid to assist Ukraine's defense efforts. Expect remarks in the wake of the October 7th, 2023 attack on Israel by Hamas and the ensuing conflict. To date, 30,000 civilians have been killed in Gaza, where a major humanitarian crisis is unfolding. More than two-thirds of Americans support a humanitarian ceasefire in the conflict, with polls showing Biden's support with crucial voters in swing states such as Michigan slipping.

The SOTU address will give Biden a chance to alleviate those concerns and will be a test of his strength ahead of his rematch with former President Donald Trump in this year's presidential election. The State of the Union speech is crucial for President Biden as he navigates major challenges on multiple international fronts and here at home. Stay tuned for coverage and insights on Thursday night's State of the Union address. The County will be reporting with live coverage from Washington, D.C., and you can find this coverage on our website and social media starting Thursday at 3 pm EST.