Trump Set To Address Nation Tonight, Here's How You Can Watch It — Schumer Says President Can Say 'Whatever' On Camera, Sums Up 'Reality' For America
President Trump will deliver a prime-time address outlining his 2026 agenda amid Democratic criticism on economic issues. The speech will be broadcast live on major networks and streaming platforms. Democratic leaders, including Chuck Schumer and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, have expressed skepticism about the timing and content of the address, highlighting economic challenges and upcoming political developments like the Epstein files release.
President Donald Trump is set to deliver a prime-time address from the White House at 9 p.m. EST on Wednesday.
Trump To Preview 2026 Agenda
He is expected to outline priorities for 2026 and beyond as the country heads toward midterm elections that will determine control of Congress.
The address comes as a Yale Youth Poll shows his support among young voters has declined sharply in recent months.
How To Watch The Address Live
The speech will stream live on the White House website and YouTube channel.
It will also air across major television networks. Viewers without cable can watch it through live TV streaming platforms that carry national news channels, including services offering free trials.
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Democratic Leaders Respond
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) took to X and said Trump "can say whatever he wants on camera," but the reality for Americans is higher prices, rising unemployment and added costs from tariffs.
Tonight, Trump will address the nation on his supposed "victories" this year
— Chuck Schumer (@SenSchumer) December 17, 2025
He can say whatever he wants on camera, but this is the reality for America:
Prices are higher, unemployment is rising, the holidays are more expensive than ever, and his tariffs are taxing people to…
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) also urged the public to scrutinize political developments this week, citing the expected release of the Epstein files.
Reminder that the Epstein Files are supposed to be released on Friday and every political development that you see between now until then should be viewed with that in mind.
— Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (@AOC) December 17, 2025
Gov. Gavin Newsom's (D-Calif.) press office echoed similar skepticism in a social media post questioning the timing of the address.
VENEZUELA IS SURROUNDED BY OUR FORCES. TRUMP IS SCHEDULED TO ADDRESS THE NATION TOMORROW. YOU KNOW WHAT THAT MEANS?
— Governor Newsom Press Office (parody) (@AwesomeNewsom) December 17, 2025
EPSTEIN FILES ARE DUE IN THREE DAYS. pic.twitter.com/fwFiiP89KV
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