Supporters address President Trump’s priorities as State of the Union begins

An opening speaker ahead of President Donald Trump’s address said the State of the Union would outline a wide-ranging agenda, declaring “the state of our union is strong” and previewing priorities that included tax cuts, border security, deregulation, energy and manufacturing.

The program introduced a series of top-line items described as central themes of the address. The speaker told the audience, “It’s been a busy year since President Trump last addressed this building,” and highlighted what were characterized as policy priorities: “Working families tax cuts,” “Low low drug prices,” “More money in your pocket” and “Putting America first always.”

On labor and taxes, the opening remarks repeatedly framed proposed changes as relief for workers, including direct assertions of “No tax on tips,” “No tax on overtime” and “Cutting taxes on Social Security.” The preview also emphasized economic-growth themes such as “Reshoring American factories” and “Unleashing American energy.”

Security and infrastructure were also cited as major themes. The speaker said the address would cover “Totally securing our border,” “Building a brand new air traffic control system,” “Eliminating trade imbalances” and “Bringing home hostages,” grouping national security and infrastructure among the priorities.

The introduction framed the hour as a forward-looking “road map” for what was described as “the golden age of American greatness,” and used repeated lines such as “We’re not sick of winning yet” and “America is back” to build momentum. The opening concluded with the declaration, “The state of our union starts right now.”

The remarks presented these themes as claims or promises about what would be addressed, rather than detailing specific legislative text or enacted policies. The president’s address followed the opening program.