Daijiworld Media Network – Washington

Washington, Mar 3: One year after Joe Biden’s final State of the Union address, the political landscape in the US has shifted dramatically as President Donald Trump prepares to address Congress on Tuesday.

With four Senate seats flipping to Republican control, the GOP now holds the upper hand in the chamber, while the House remains under their narrow majority. Since his return to the White House, Trump has swiftly reshaped Washington, leading to policy upheavals and intense debates.

A sweeping shake-up in the military saw the removal of key defense leaders, including the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Gen. Charles Q. Brown Jr. Diplomatic circles remain on edge following Trump's moves to end the Ukraine war and his tough stance on trade, including looming tariffs on Canada and Mexico.

The media, too, faces challenges, with the White House restricting Associated Press access over a dispute about renaming the Gulf of Mexico as the "Gulf of America." Meanwhile, a controversial social media post from Trump’s team, depicting him with a crown and the headline "Long Live the King", has sparked fresh debate.

As Congress grapples with a looming budget crisis, internal GOP divisions over spending cuts threaten stability. The House passed a proposal slashing $2 trillion in expenditure, but resistance from Democrats could push the government towards a shutdown. Legal battles are also mounting over Trump’s executive actions, with the Supreme Court playing a pivotal role in shaping the future.

With approval ratings standing at 45%, Trump enjoys strong Republican support but struggles with independents. The upcoming address will be closely watched, not just in Washington but across the nation, as America braces for what comes next.