Trump highlights wins during State of the Union speech : NPR
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Key Points:
- President Trump opened his State of the Union by framing his presidency as a historic transformation and declaring a "golden age of America," highlighting the nation's 250th anniversary.
- Despite negative approval ratings and recent setbacks, including a Supreme Court ruling against his tariff policies, Trump defended his economic achievements and vowed to impose replacement tariffs.
- Trump criticized Democrats for opposing the tax cuts passed last year and announced new policy proposals, such as "ratepayer protection pledges" for tech companies and government-matched retirement accounts.
- Public opinion remains deeply divided and largely negative toward Trump, with 55% of Americans believing he is changing the nation "for the worse," reflecting increased partisan polarization.
- The president continued to blame former President Joe
