Trump's SOTU: Did He Just Drop a Bombshell?! Watch Now!

President Donald Trump is currently addressing a joint session of Congress, and all eyes are on Capitol Hill tonight. He's expected to spend the evening highlighting what his administration considers to be key achievements over the past 13 months. You can watch the live feed and full article over at RT.com.

Trump's SOTU: Did He Just Drop a Bombshell?! Watch...

This address, officially his first State of the Union of his second term (yes, it's already here!), arrives at a particularly contentious time. With midterm elections looming, the political atmosphere is thick with partisan tension. It feels like every issue is a battleground, and this speech is sure to ignite a few more.

The word is that Trump will be framing his agenda around the upcoming 250th anniversary of American independence, dubbing it "America at 250: Strong, Prosperous and Respected.” Expect a heavy emphasis on the tax cuts passed early in his term, deregulation initiatives, and, of course, his administration's approach to immigration enforcement. The central argument will be that these policies have spurred economic growth and restored America's standing on the world stage.

However, it's unlikely to be a completely smooth ride. Foreign policy is always a wildcard, and currently, tariff disagreements are bubbling after that recent Supreme Court ruling (you know, the one everyone's talking about!). The ongoing debate surrounding immigration policy, as always, casts a shadow. Beyond that, the increasing hostility with Iran cannot be ignored. Washington is increasing its military presence in the Middle East while simultaneously attempting some last-ditch diplomatic discussions about Iran’s nuclear program. US officials have suggested that the president may outline possible next moves, ranging from renewed negotiations to the very real possibility of military intervention should talks falter.

The Democrats, naturally, are ready with a counter-narrative. Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger is slated to deliver the party’s official response later tonight. It's also worth noting that several Democratic lawmakers are reportedly boycotting the address altogether, signaling the depth of the divide. It’s going to be a long night in Washington, but a crucial one in setting the stage for the months ahead.