State of the Union

The State of the Union is an annual message delivered by the president of the United States to a joint session of the United States Congress, except in the extraordinary circumstances (such as when the president is unable to attend). The address not only reports on the state of the nation but also allows the president to outline their legislative agenda and national priorities for the coming year. This tradition, mandated by the U.S. Constitution, has evolved over time, with the first address delivered by George Washington in 1790. The modern version of the State of the Union is typically a highly televised event, drawing significant media attention and public interest. In Hebrew, the term can be translated as מצב האומה (matzav hauma). In French, it is referred to as État de l'Union, and in Spanish, it is known as Estado de la Unión. The address is a key moment in the U.S. political calendar, providing a platform for the president to communicate directly with the nation and shape the political narrative.