President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday that he will address the nation from the White House on Wednesday evening. The announcement came via a Truth Social post, where Trump declared a live broadcast at 9 P.M. EST. The president did not share additional details about the speech.
Address Announcement
“My Fellow Americans: I will be giving an ADDRESS TO THE NATION tomorrow night, LIVE FROM THE WHITE HOUSE, at 9 P.M. EST,” Trump wrote Tuesday in a Truth Social post announcing his address. “I look forward to ‘seeing’ you then. It has been a great year for our Country, and THE BEST IS YET TO COME!” he wrote. The president did not provide any further details on the address.
Timing and Context
The address comes as Trump approaches the one-year mark of his second administration. He has faced blowback from critics recently for his messaging on affordability ahead of the midterms and his focus on foreign policy. However, the president appears to be turning his attention increasingly to domestic matters.
Campaign Moves
Trump traveled to the battleground state of Pennsylvania last week to tout his administration’s efforts to fight inflation. He is also slated to visit battleground North Carolina on Friday.
Polling Snapshot
The latest polling average from The Hill and Decision Desk HQ on Tuesday showed Trump’s approval rating rising 3.5 percentage points to 44.8 percent over the past month.
Key Takeaways
- Trump will address the nation live from the White House at 9 P.M. EST on Wednesday.
- The address comes as his second administration nears a one-year milestone.
- Approval ratings have risen to 44.8% according to recent polls.
President Trump’s upcoming address signals a focus on domestic issues as he continues to navigate the political landscape of his first year in office.
