House Speaker Mike Johnson has extended a formal invitation to former President Donald Trump to deliver an address to a joint session of Congress on March 4, 2025.
This event will mark Trump's inaugural formal address to both chambers during his second term in office.
As reported by Gateway Pundit, it is customary for a newly inaugurated U.S. president to address a Joint Session of Congress shortly after assuming office. This address, often referred to as the "State of the Union Address" or an "Address to a Joint Session of Congress," serves as an opportunity for the president to outline their vision and policy priorities. However, it is important to note that this initial address is not the official State of the Union, which typically occurs in subsequent years of the presidency.
The forthcoming address on March 4 is expected to underscore President Trump's "America First" agenda, setting the stage for his policy initiatives. While the White House has yet to formally accept the invitation, it is anticipated that President Trump will confirm his participation. Speaker Johnson expressed his enthusiasm for the event, stating, "It is my distinct honor and great privilege to invite President Donald Trump to address a Joint Session of Congress on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, to share his America First vision for our future."
In his letter to President Trump, Speaker Johnson highlighted the positive impact of Trump's leadership, writing, "Americas Golden Age has begun. Thanks to your strong leadership and bold action in the first days of your presidency, the United States is already experiencing a resurgence of patriotism, unity, and hope for the future." He further emphasized the potential for collaboration between the Trump administration and the 119th Congress, noting, "Your administration and the 119th Congress working together have the chance to make these next four years some of the most consequential in our nations history."
Historically, March 4 holds significance as the original date for U.S. presidential inaugurations, marking the commencement of the federal government under the U.S. Constitution in 1789. This tradition continued until the ratification of the Twentieth Amendment in 1933, which moved Inauguration Day to January 20, thereby shortening the transition period between administrations. As the nation anticipates President Trump's address, the focus remains on the potential impact of his "America First" vision on the legislative agenda.
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