State of the Union address: Trump boasts about ‘winning too much’ and welcomes US men’s Olympic hockey team into House chamber - live
The Guardian • • nation
Key Points:
- Former President Trump introduced the US men’s Olympic hockey team during his State of the Union address in the House chamber, receiving a standing ovation as the team displayed their gold medals.
- Trump announced that goaltender Connor Hellebuyck will receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom for his role in the team's victory and mentioned an upcoming visit by the US women’s Olympic hockey team, despite their earlier declined invitation.
- During the address, Trump boasted about America’s achievements, including foreign policy successes with Venezuela and border security improvements, while criticizing the Biden administration.
- Democratic Representative Al Green was ejected from the chamber after displaying a protest sign referencing a racist video shared by Trump, leading to tensions with Republican members during the event.
