President Trump Delivers 2026 State of the Union Amid DOJ Epstein File Controversy
In Brief
President Trump gave the 2026 State of the Union address as DOJ withheld Epstein files related to him.
Key Facts
- President Trump delivered the 2026 State of the Union address to Congress.
- The address was delivered ahead of the midterm elections.
- Trump's agenda has faced complications on multiple fronts recently.
- An NPR investigation found the DOJ withheld Epstein files related to abuse allegations against Trump.
- Trump did not mention the Epstein files during his State of the Union address.
What Happened
President Trump spoke at the 2026 State of the Union address before a joint session of Congress. The speech came as the Department of Justice withheld certain Epstein files related to abuse allegations involving Trump, according to NPR. Trump did not address these files during his remarks.
Why It Matters
The State of the Union is a key opportunity for the president to outline his record and policy goals, especially ahead of elections. The DOJ's withholding of Epstein files has raised questions about transparency, while Trump's omission of the topic during his address has drawn attention from lawmakers and media.
Sources
- NPR News — What you need to know about tonight's State of the Union address(1d ago)
- NPR News — DOJ hides Trump-related Epstein files. And, what to know for the State of the Union(1d ago)
- CBS News — CBS News: The State of the Union Address(5h ago)