State of the Union: Memorable Addresses Episodes (5)
President George W. Bush's 2002 State of the Union
On January 29, 2002, five months after 9/11, President George W. Bush used his State of the Union address to focus on terrorism and protecting the United States from future attacks.
Donald Trump's 2018 State of the Union
January 30, 2018 marked President Donald J. Trump’s first official State of the Union address. His speech reflected on popular themes such as the economy, immigration, trade, national security and infrastructure.
President Lyndon B. Johnson's 1964 State of the Union
Less than two months after the tragic assassination of President John F. Kennedy, President Lyndon B. Johnson gives his first State of the Union address on January 8, 1964.
President Ronald Reagan's 1986 State of the Union
President Ronald Reagan’s 1986 address would be delayed due to the Space Shuttle Challenger disaster. On February 4, 1986, one week after the tragedy, Reagan addressed Congress and the nation.
President Bill Clinton's 1999 State of the Union
January 19, 1999 marked an unprecedented event: a State of the Union address given by President Bill Clinton in the midst of an impeachment trial.