When to Watch President Trump’s 2026 State of the Union Address
President Donald Trump is scheduled to deliver his 2026 State of the Union address to a joint session of Congress on Tuesday, February 24th, beginning at 9:00 PM ET. This highly anticipated speech comes as the ‘big, beautiful bill’ – referencing President Trump’s economic policies – is set to take effect, potentially impacting voters ahead of the midterm elections.
How to Watch Live
For viewers wanting to tune in live, there will be extensive coverage across all major news networks. Fox News will be a primary destination for comprehensive coverage, beginning at 8:50 PM ET and continuing shortly after the address concludes around 11:00 PM ET. You can follow Fox’s coverage on multiple platforms:
- Fox News Channel
- FoxNews.com
- The Fox News App
- Fox Nation
- The Fox One app
In addition to Fox News, the event will be livestreamed on the White House’s official website and YouTube page. Many networks will also offer livestream options on their respective websites.
Fox News Previews and Post-Address Analysis
Fox News will provide in-depth analysis before, during, and after the State of the Union address. Here’s a schedule of key programming:
- 3:00 PM ET: “The Story” with Martha MacCallum – featuring the latest preview of the address.
- 4:00 PM ET: “The Will Cain Show” – offering a fresh perspective on the issues.
- 5:00 PM ET: “The Five” – Greg Gutfeld, Jesse Watters, and Dana Perino discuss the news and potential developments during the address.
- 6:00 PM ET: “Special Report” with Bret Baier – previewing the State of the Union with expert analysis.
- 7:00 PM ET: “The Ingraham Angle” with Laura Ingraham – continuing preview coverage.
- 8:00 PM ET: “Jesse Watters Primetime” – previewing what to expect.
- 8:50 PM ET: Bret Baier and Martha MacCallum introduce President Trump’s address, followed by immediate reaction and analysis with Fox News analysts, including Dana Perino and Brit Hume.
This comprehensive coverage ensures viewers will have access to the latest information and insightful commentary surrounding the 2026 State of the Union address. Stay tuned to Fox News for the most up-to-date reporting on this important event.
Charles Creitz is a reporter for Fox News Digital.
