Alabama Congressional Republicans applaud Trump's State of the Union Address

February 24, 2026 – President Donald J. Trump (R) made his State of the Union Address on Tuesday night before a joint session of the Congress at the U.S. Capitol Building. The five Republican House members in Alabama's Congressional delegation praised the President's address.

Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-AL04) said in a statement, "Tonight, President Trump delivered a strong and inspiring State of the Union address to Congress. As the President said, America is strong, prosperous, and respected as our nation celebrates its 250th anniversary."

"Under President Trump's leadership, we are restoring peace through strength, defending our border, growing American manufacturing, and putting American families first," Rep. Aderholt continued. "I stand beside the President in full support and will continue to deliver on his agenda and deliver real results for the American people. I commend the President for securing the border and making it a top priority to ensure that our American cities and communities are safe. This commitment has led to record low illegal border crossings, with nine straight months of no illegal aliens released into the United States."

Congressman Mike Rogers (R-AL03) said, "As President Trump made clear tonight, America is safer because of the work he has done to strengthen our national defense and modernize our military. As the threats from our adversaries continue to evolve and intensify, it's never been more important to fulfill his vision of Peace through Strength. I look forward to working with him to meet his goal of increasing defense spending to $1.5 trillion. Americans can rest easier knowing that the state of our union is strong with President Trump in charge. It has never been more obvious that he cares about everyday Americans, and he cares about making our nation strong. The President is ready to make America even greater, and I am ready to help him!"

Congressman Dale Strong (R-AL05) said on X, "President Trump's leadership focuses squarely on America First policies that are lowering costs for American families and restoring strength at home and abroad - a stark contrast from the Biden administration."

Congressman Barry Moore (R-AL01) said in a statement, "As President Trump made clear in his State of the Union Address America is back on track. We're once again stronger at home and respected abroad. We've secured the border, rebuilt our military, and stood should to shoulder with law enforcement....and delivered real tax relief through President Trump's Working Class Tax Cuts that are putting more of Alabamians' hard-earned money back in their pockets."

Congressman Gary Palmer (R-AL06) said on X, "President Trump is celebrating American greatness during tonight's State of the Union by honoring and recognizing numerous American heroes. What a way to celebrate America's 250th anniversary."

Strong added, "As Co-Chair of the Army Aviation Caucus, it is my honor to congratulate Chinook pilot Chief Warrant Officer Eric Slover on being awarded the Medal of Honor. His bravery during the Venezuela strikes was extraordinary. CW5 Slover truly embodies the very spirit of Army Aviation."

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"By focusing on law and order, thousands of American lives have been saved," stated Aderholt. "We have made historic efforts from defending America's border to fighting drug trafficking, all delivering peace through strength. The State of the Union is strong, because America is respected on the world stage, and I strongly support the President's efforts to continue to strengthen America at home and abroad. This year, the Working Family Tax Cuts are delivering Americans with the largest tax cut for working and middle-class families, including no tax on tips, no tax on overtime, and no tax on Social Security. President Trump has worked to put real money back in our pockets. Our economy is being rebuilt brick by brick, and this is because wages are up, jobs are up, and inflation is cooling under the current Administration. Prospective homeowners have seen the dream of owning a home become more realistic due to higher incomes and lower mortgage rates."

"While inflation and mortgage rates soared to record highs under Biden, under Trump, inflation is falling, and mortgage rates are at a three-year low," said Strong. "Gas prices are at four-year lows, private-sector jobs are growing, and working families are benefiting from historic tax cuts."

"Republicans are focused on defending the rule of law, supporting our workers, and making sure the American dream is in reach again," Rep. Moore said. "I'm proud to stand with President Trump as he leads with conviction and always puts Americans first."

"In this new era of growth, rural America is thriving," continued Aderholt. "The Rural Health Transportation Program that was established through the One Big Beautiful Bill, has directed over $203 million dollars to Alabama to ensure our citizens and rural communities benefit for years to come. I have long believed our rural communities deserve the same access to top-notch medical services, and this investment is a real step towards that goal. Alabama's Fourth Congressional District believes in a government that puts Americans first and President Trump's State of the Union address shows the values of our district – family, freedom, and faith. I am proud to work alongside President Trump and my Republican colleagues to continue advancing an America first agenda that increases economic growth, protects the most vulnerable, upholds our national security, and delivers peace through strength. The state of our union is strong, and the American people have much to look forward to in the coming years."

"President Trump presented the facts to the American people and the message was clear: when America is first, America prospers," Strong said.

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