Democrats’ partisanship on full display during Trump’s speech

Published March 5, 2025 3:30pm ET



President Donald Trump gave his first address of his second term to a joint session of Congress last night. Congressional Democrats were quick to show their displeasure.

Although Trump’s speech had aspects of a victory lap, there were plenty of chances for Democrats to show some sense of nonpartisanship. Instead, they refused to show any unity at every turn.

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