WATCH LIVE: State Of The Union Address

President Trump is speaking before Congress at 9 p.m. ET

Live Special Coverage Of Trump’s State Of The Union Address Join NPR beginning at 9 p.m. ET as journalists across the newsroom annotate his remarks, adding context and analysis in real time. You can also watch the speech live or listen to special coverage on your local public radio station. Follow the Democratic Party's response to the speech, too, given by Massachusetts Rep. Joe Kennedy. Hear Monday’s NPR Politics Podcast roundup to catch up, and subscribe to get a special episode following the address. What is the state of our union? Here's where America stands on:   The Economy The U.S. economy is humming. The stock market is up, and unemployment is down. Some of these gains began before Trump took office. The Federal Workforce A government shutdown and hiring freeze have led to a beleaguered workforce. A shortfall of help means more work for some employees. Politics More than ever, Americans seem to take sides not according to issues but according to their political affiliation. The public is also more politically engaged. You received this message because you're subscribed to our Breaking News Alerts emails. |  Unsubscribe  |  Privacy Policy | NPR 1111 N. CAPITOL ST. NE WASHINGTON DC 20002