7 Voters React to Trump’s State of the Union Speech
The New York Times • • general
Key Points:
- During President Trump's State of the Union address, he awarded medals and engaged in exchanges with Democrats, reflecting the partisan tensions in Congress.
- Facing slipping poll numbers in a midterm election year, Trump emphasized his second term as "a turnaround for the ages" in an effort to bolster support.
- Reactions from voters in key swing districts were sharply divided, mirroring the political polarization in the Capitol.
- Aurora Metz, a nursing student and three-time Trump voter, appreciated the address for addressing her concerns, including ending wars, housing costs, and a new prescription drug website, TrumpRx.
- Overall, the speech elicited mixed responses, highlighting the challenges Trump faces in uniting voters ahead of the midterms.
