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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman John Rutherford (4th District of Florida)

WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Tuesday, U.S. Congressman John H. Rutherford (FL-05) released the following statement after President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address to Congress and the American people:

“Over the last year of his presidency, President Trump has done more to renew the American Dream than any other president by bolstering our economy, stopping the flow of illegal immigrants and drugs over our borders, restoring American strength on the global stage, brokering peace around the world, bringing manufacturing home, and putting America First.

“The Trump administration has removed more than 2.6 million illegal aliens from the United States through deportations and voluntary self-departures. They have arrested and deported over 400,000 illegal aliens charged with, or convicted of, crimes, including the worst of the worst criminals, killers, rapists, gang members, and repeat offenders. The Trump administration has also paused visa processing for 75 high-risk countries pending enhanced security vetting to help keep our communities safe.

“President Trump, along with Congressional Republicans, delivered the largest middle-class tax relief package in modern U.S. history, saving 5.9 million jobs, by signing the Working Families Tax Cut into law and saved our country an estimated $215 billion — equivalent to $1,335 per U.S. taxpayer —through the Trump Administration’s government efficiency efforts. Promises made, promises kept.

“The Trump administration ended the Israel–Hamas war by imposing a ceasefire framework, securing the release of hostages, and enacting a landmark Gaza Peace Plan to unleash total security and prosperity for all in the region. President Trump also brokered peace between Armenia and Azerbaijan, Israel and Iran, India and Pakistan, the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda, Cambodia and Thailand, Kosovo and Serbia, and Egypt and Ethiopia. He truly is the President of Peace.

“President Trump also secured the capture of long-wanted narcoterrorist Nicolás Maduro, paving the way for his prosecution in the U.S., and achieved a ceasefire with Houthi terrorists in Yemen, restoring freedom of navigation in the Red Sea for U.S.-flagged ships.

“Finally, as Commander in Chief, President Trump made the largest investment in our military in decades, modernizing our forces with cutting-edge technology, rebuilding depleted stockpiles, and ensuring our troops are the best equipped in history as threats from our adversaries around the world continue to grow.

“If that’s what the Trump administration can accomplish in one year, imagine what can be done in three more. I can’t wait to continue to work with President Trump to deliver even more wins for the American people. God bless President Trump and our country.”

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (1st District of Washington)

Trump’s State of the Union: ‘Untethered from the Reality Facing American Families’

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Jason Crow (CO-06)

WASHINGTON — Congressman Jason Crow (CO-06) released the following statement following President Donald Trump’s State of the Union Address: 

“Coloradans are worse off because of President Trump’s policies and the chaos under his administration. 

“Trump said he would lower prices. Instead, he cut health care for millions of Americans, enacted tariffs that raised housing and food costs, and passed a massive tax cut for the rich. 

“As Coloradans struggle to get by, the President has used his office to enrich his own family through corrupt deals. He’s protected the elite by covering up a massive sex abuse scandal he himself is implicated in.

“Trump has unfairly attacked Colorado and Coloradans’ rights. He’s sought to silence any dissent, weaponizing the federal government against his perceived opponents, including me. He’s enabled ICE to become a rogue and lawless agency that murders U.S. citizens.

“Trump has damaged our relationship with our allies, cozied up to dictators, and somehow managed to bomb seven countries in a year. Under his failed leadership abroad, America stands alone, and Americans are less safe as a result.

“Americans are sick and tired of the chaos, lies, and corruption under this President. In Congress, I will continue to fight back and lead the charge to hold Trump, J.D. Vance, and Republicans accountable for their failed policies.”

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Mike Thompson Representing the 5th District of CALIFORNIA

Washington, D.C. – Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) released the following statement in response to the President’s State of the Union address tonight:  

“Tonight’s address was an insult to hardworking Americans. Since taking office, this president has waged an illegal tariff war that cost the average family $1,700, unleashed rogue immigration agents to terrorize people in our streets, and carried out dangerous military actions for oil without Congressional approval. 

“And when he stood in front of our nation tonight, he lied about all of it.

“Hardworking families want a real plan to lower costs, they want to feel safe in their communities, and they do not want a new forever war that risks American lives. Instead of solutions, the President lied about the integrity of our elections and threatened to make it harder for citizens to vote. I will keep fighting to hold him accountable in the Congress, in the courts, and in the court of public opinion,” said Thompson. 

Rep. Thompson was selected by Leader Hakeem Jeffries to serve as the designated survivor for the State of the Union. He watched the speech from a secure, undisclosed location off campus. Rep. Thompson’s guest, Napa veteran and small business owner Bernie Narvaez, attended in person. Read more about Mr. Narvaez here. 

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Doris Matsui (D-CA)

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Doris Matsui (CA-07) released the following statement in response to President Trump’s State of the Union Address. 

“Tonight’s State of the Union was exactly what Americans have come to expect from President Trump: a performance built on distortion, grievance, and fantasy,” said Congresswoman Matsui. “For hours, the American people were subjected to Donald Trump’s unintelligible vision of America—completely blind to the cold, cruel reality his policies have created. Here is the truth: we are sicker, less safe, poorer, and more divided. Families are struggling to afford groceries and rent. Millions have lost access to health care. Communities are living in fear. Instead of offering real solutions, the President delivered self-praise and empty rhetoric.”

“After a year of chipping away at our institutions and unleashing authoritarian ICE operations in our cities, Trump is now setting his sights on voting rights, unchecked control of our armed forces, and doubling down on his reckless, illegal tariffs,” Matsui continued. “This was not a State of the Union. It was a State of the Scam. I will fight this administration at every turn. And when Democrats retake the House, accountability and corrective action will be swift. The American people deserve leadership rooted in truth, compassion, and competence. Tonight, they got none of it.”

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman David G Valadao (CA-21)

Congressman Valadao Releases Statement Following President Trump’s State of the Union Address

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Earl L Buddy Carter (GA-01)

Headline: Standing Up for the American People: Carter statement on President Trump’s State of the Union address

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Earl L. “Buddy” Carter (R-GA) tonight sent the below statement following President Trump’s first State of the Union Address to a joint session of Congress of his second term:

“Tonight, Democrats – including Jon Ossoff – refused to stand up for the American people.  

“They stayed seated when President Trump pronounced that our southern border is closed, zero illegal immigrants are being released, and ICE is empowered to do its job.

“They stayed seated while Georgians celebrated that interest rates have come down, inflation is under control, and thelargest tax cuts in American history are in full effect. We are paying no taxes on tips, overtime, or social security, and the child tax credit has doubled – all policies opposed by Senator Jon Ossoff and the entirety of Georgia’s democrat delegation.

“Eight wars have been ended through President Trump’s peace through strength agenda. President Trump is doing what Biden never even attempted, and that is to bring peace to the world stage and negotiate life-saving deals across the globe. Not a peep from the liberal side of the Chamber.  

“Democrats once again proved that they will stop at nothing to block President Trump’s agenda, even at the expense of the prosperity and safety of the American people. We saw a clear-cut division tonight between the Republicans, under the leadership of President Trump, who are standing up for our country, and the Democrats who stay seated and refused to acknowledge the truth: The State of our Union is strong.”

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE)

Today, Congressman Adrian Smith (NE-03) released the following statement following President Trump’s State of the Union address. 

“Under President Trump’s leadership, Republicans passed the Working Families Tax Cuts, delivering meaningful tax relief for hardworking Americans across the country. We have seen robust engagement with key trading partners, helping to level the playing field for American farmers, ranchers, manufacturers, and workers.

“Americans have seen lower gas prices, decreased inflation, secure borders, and mortgage rates reach a three-year low. While our work is far from over, I am encouraged by the progress we have made and the direction our nation is headed. 

“I remain committed to working in Congress to build on this progress and ensure that Nebraska’s families, small businesses, and agricultural producers can continue to thrive. Together, we can make the Good Life even better for all Nebraskans.”

Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Mike Kelly (R-PA)

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Rep. Mike Kelly (R-PA), Chairman of the Ways & Means Subcommittee on Tax, released this statement following President Donald Trump’s State of the Union Address Tuesday night.

“In just his first year back in the White House, President Trump and his America First agenda have restored American greatness both at home and abroad. I was honored to work with the President to craft common sense, pro-growth tax policy in the Working Families Tax Cuts, which are now delivering historic returns for hardworking Pennsylvania families,” said Rep. Kelly. “America is stronger, more prosperous, and more respected around the world than it was just one year ago. As we look forward to our Nation’s 250th anniversary, I look forward to working with President Trump to address the critical issues facing the American people.”

BACKGROUND

In President Trump’s first year, Rep. Kelly has worked alongside the President and his administration on major pieces of legislation and issues impacting Pennsylvanians:

• July 2025— Rep. Kelly votes for the Working Families Tax Cuts, also known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill.” The law includes Kelly’s legislation that made permanent and expanded Opportunity Zones legislation to improve communities and neighborhoods; and, his legislation to allow taxpayers to deduct their auto loan interest.
• February 2026— Rep. Kelly joins President Trump at the White House to tout clean American coal and Pennsylvania energy production. Pennsylvania is the third-largest coal producing state in the country.
• November 2025 — The Trump administration announced a deal to lower the cost of popular GLP-1 weight loss drugs, Wegovy and Zepbound. The announcement builds upon Kelly’s legislation, the Treat and Reduce Obesity Act, bipartisan legislation to combat the obesity crisis in the United States by providing Medicare coverage of GLP-1s.
• May 2025 — Rep. Kelly welcomes U.S. Secretary of Housing & Urban Development Scott Turner to Erie to tour the city’s Opportunity Zones and other housing initiatives.
• December 2025— Joined President Trump to announce executive actions to roll back costly and unlawful Biden-era CAFE Standards.
• March 2025 — Rep. Kelly and Speaker Johnson led Members of Congress to welcome President Trump and Irish leaders to Capitol Hill for the annual St. Patrick’s Day luncheon.

Fast Facts: Working Families Tax Cuts

• Largest Tax Refund Filing Season Ever: Thanks to the Working Families Tax Cuts, taxpayers could get an average of $1,000 MORE in their tax refund this tax filing season. Refunds could total almost $4,000 per person on average, putting more money back in the pockets of working families.  Average refund amounts are up 14% so far this tax filing season.
• No Federal Tax Liability for Working Families: A family of four with two children earning up to $73,000 could have no federal tax liability because of the bigger standard deduction and bigger Child Tax Credit
• No Tax on Tips: Waitresses, barbers, bellhops, and other tipped professions could see their taxes cut $1,300.
• No Tax on Overtime: Welders, linemen, factory workers, and over workers earning overtime could see their taxes cut $1,400.
• No Tax on Social Security: 88% of seniors receiving Social Security benefits will pay no tax on their benefits under the WFTC. 
  $6,000 deduction for seniors 65+/$12,000 for married couple
• Trump Accounts: Each newborn baby will receive $1,000 in an investment account to support that child’s future.
• Bigger Child Tax Credit: Credit increased to $2,200 per child and indexed to inflation so the credit never loses value.
• Bigger Standard Deduction: Boosted to $31,500 for a married family, making tax filing simpler for the 91% of taxpayers who use this deduction.
• Childcare Relief Lowers Costs: More access to the Adoption Tax Credit, Paid Leave Tax Credit, Child/Dependent Care Credit, and Employer-Provided Childcare Credit help lower the cost of parents taking care of their families.
• Small Businesses: Permanency of the 20 percent small business deduction allows 30 million small businesses to make payroll, hire new employees, and expand their business. 
  20 percent small business deduction will create an estimated 1 million new small business jobs each year over the next 10 years and 2 million each following year.
• Tax Relief for Rural America:2 million family farms will benefit from an increased Death Tax exemption.
• Manufacturing Boom in America: President Trump’s 100% expensing for new factories, in addition with permanence of other pro-growth tax policy, will fuel a manufacturing boom. 
  Over 1 million manufacturing jobs are estimated to be protected or created thanks to the Working Families Tax Cuts. 

Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Jesús Chuy García (IL-04)

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Jesús “Chuy” García (IL-04) issued the following statement after President Trump’s State of the Union Address:

“Tonight, President Trump did what he does best: he lied to the American people. As he proclaims himself a peacemaker, Trump brings us to the precipice of another war in the Middle East. As he proclaims the end of government waste, Trump finds new ways of enriching himself, his family, and his billionaire friends. As Trump celebrates his immigration record, his agents shoot U.S. citizens in the streets, including my guest Marimar Martinez. And as Trump touts affordability, Americans reel from the combined effects of his tariffs, his health care cuts, and his privatization of basic social services.

“Trump’s actions demand accountability and we must pursue it. But fighting Trump’s abuses requires both accountability and structural change—and Trump’s greed and brutality are an urgent call to reform the broken systems he exploits.

“Democrats must answer this call with a bold agenda, not half-measures. We must oppose endless war. We must end the cycle of corruption that allows corporate interests to buy politicians and influence their votes. We must dismantle DHS and rebuild a humane immigration enforcement system from the ground up. And we must reinvest the trillions we spend on violence and corruption into lowering the cost of health care, education, housing, and other basic needs. That’s what our constituents deserve—not a corrupt, raving madman who sells them out.”

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