Trump’s State of the Union: 10 key takeaways on economy, Democrats, Iran and election claims Trump's speech comes against a backdrop of rising tensions with Iran and voter frustration with the high cost of livingU.S. President Donald Trump gestures on the day he delivers the State of the Union address in the House Chamber of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., U.S., February 24, 2026. The nearly 1 hour and 48-minute speech — the longest State of the Union on record — blended optimism with confrontation. ADVERTISEMENTHere are the key takeaways:Trump’s ‘Roaring’ economy pitch vs public anxietyTrump opened in sales mode, insisting the economic turnaround was real and broad-based. "The roaring economy is roaring like never before," he said. Iran: Diplomacy — but with a warningDespite speculation about a detailed war case, Trump mentioned Iran deep into the speech.

Source: The Telegraph February 25, 2026 10:51 UTC