It’s become tradition — one almost as storied as the address itself — for lawmakers to bring guests who reflect the political climate.

President Donald Trump will use Tuesday’s State of the Union to champion his immigration crackdowns, his slashing of the federal government, his push to preserve widespread tariffs that the Supreme Court just struck down and his ability to direct quick-hit military actions around the world,

Every member of Congress is allowed to invite a guest, with the president and first lady typically bringing around two dozen people to the annual event.

Ahead of the State of the Union, here’s a look at U.S. public opinion on key policy issues, drawn from recent Pew Research Center surveys.

The State of the Union offers President Donald Trump a chance to make the case for his foreign policy efforts to Americans who are increasingly demonstrating uneasiness about his priorities.

The family of slain Louisiana Officer Marc Brock will attend President Trump’s State of the Union address as guests of House Speaker Mike Johnson.

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries lays out his party’s alternate vision on the eve of President Trump’s State of the Union address, saying Democrats are “laser focused” on driving down costs and making life more affordable.

Trump has spent the last year touting his accomplishments while mocking the record of his predecessor, former President Joe Biden. But much of this bluster is based on false and misleading claims — many of which are likely to be a part of the president’s address to the nation.