Spanberger to give Democratic response to Trump's State of the Union
AP News • • general
Key Points:
- Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger will deliver the Democratic response to President Donald Trump’s upcoming State of the Union address, highlighting her recent electoral success as a former three-term U.S. House member and the state's first female governor.
- Spanberger's response will focus on lowering everyday costs, protecting healthcare, and defending American freedoms, reflecting key Democratic priorities ahead of the midterm elections.
- The Democratic response is expected to be brief and less prominent compared to Trump’s extended address, with Spanberger’s speech following a tradition of short rebuttals that often face challenges in gaining attention.
- In addition to Spanberger’s response, California Sen. Alex Padilla will deliver the Spanish-language rebuttal, while some Democrats plan to skip the
