President Donald Trump will deliver a major speech before a joint session of Congress on March 4, 2025, marking his first major address since returning to office. The speech, though not officially a State of the Union address, will outline his administration’s early achievements and legislative goals.
The address will take place in the House chamber at the US Capitol and will be broadcast live across major networks like CNN, PBS, The New York Times, and The Washington Post. It will also be streamed on YouTube, Hulu, and The Associated Press’s official channel.
- 7:30 AM IST (March 5)
- 9 PM ET
- 8 PM CT
- 6 PM PT
Key figures and notable attendees
Vice President JD Vance and House Speaker Mike Johnson will be seated behind Trump. However, attention is on Elon Musk, who serves as the head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and a senior advisor to Trump. Musk’s role in the administration has been under scrutiny, and his presence—or absence—at the speech will be closely watched.
Foreign policy in focus
Trump’s address comes after a tense meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, where talks over a minerals agreement collapsed. Trump and Vance reportedly issued a firm warning to Zelensky: “You either make a deal, or we are out.”
With US support for Ukraine a divisive issue, Trump’s stance will be a key highlight of the speech. His address is expected to shape both domestic and global discussions on America’s role in international conflicts.
