Speaker Johnson Invites President Trump to Deliver State of the Union on Feb. 24

House Speaker Mike Johnson on Tuesday formally invited President Donald Trump to deliver the annual State of the Union address before a Joint Session of Congress on Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026.

In a letter sent to the White House, Johnson cited what he described as the nation’s strength and progress under Trump’s leadership as the United States approaches the Semiquincentennial anniversary of American independence.

“As our nation marks the Semiquincentennial Anniversary of American Independence, the United States stands stronger, freer, and more prosperous under your leadership and bold action,” Johnson wrote. He praised the accomplishments of the Trump administration and the 119th Congress, saying their work in 2025 produced “one of the most consequential agendas in history.”

Johnson said the address would provide an opportunity to highlight what he called the tangible results of “commonsense governance” and to outline priorities for the year ahead.

“We look forward to advancing the important work ahead of us in 2026, serving the American people, defending liberty, and preserving this grand experiment in self-governance,” Johnson wrote. He concluded by calling the invitation a “distinct honor and great privilege.”

If accepted, the address would be delivered in the chamber of the U.S. House of Representatives, consistent with tradition for State of the Union speeches before a joint session of Congress.

By: Politics406