President Trump touted the economy and his immigration policies in a record-long State of the Union address, and he'll soon take those messages on the road. The White House is hoping Trump can convince Americans to stay the course, as Democrats slammed the speech for being too partisan, divisive and out of touch. Liz Landers recaps and fact-checks the president's speech.
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Geoff Bennett:
Welcome to the "News Hour."
President Trump touted the economy and his immigration policies in a record-long State of the Union address, and he will soon take those messages on the road.
Amna Nawaz:
The White House is hoping President Trump can convince Americans to stay the course, as Democrats today slam the speech for being too partisan, divisive, and out of touch with people's economic hardships.
To recap the big night and to fact-check the president's remarks, we start with our White House correspondent, Liz Landers.
Rep. Mike Johnson (R-LA):
Members of Congress, I have the high privilege and distinct honor of presenting to you the president of the United States.
(Cheering)
Liz Landers:
President Trump, in a marathon address, praised his second-term agenda as a transformation for America.
President Donald Trump:
It is indeed a turnaround for the ages.
Liz Landers:
And promised in many ways to stay the course, even as his approval ratings have plummeted.
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