Approximately 12 Democrats will boycott Trump's speech, organizing a rally to express their opposition to Republican policies.

In a context of heightened partisan tensions, Democrats in the Senate and House of Representatives have announced a coordinated boycott of the State of the Union address delivered by Donald Trump. They will participate in a rally titled "State of the Nation by the People" on the National Mall, where they will highlight their opposition to the policies of the Republican administration. Among the participants are senators and members of the House of Representatives, who will also present voters affected by Trump's policies. The boycott underscores the transformation of the annual address from a moment of unity into a political battleground, with Democrats criticizing Trump for using this event as a campaign rally. Previous addresses have been marked by protests and tensions, and this boycott continues the tradition of contesting controversial policies.