President Trump Delivers Longest State of the Union in History

Summary

Fox News Hourly Update

Episode: President Trump Delivers Longest State of the Union in History
Date: February 25, 2026
Host: Lisa Licera (FOX News Podcasts)
Podcast: Fox News Hourly Update

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Episode Overview

This episode covers the aftermath of President Trump's record-setting State of the Union address, delivering major political highlights and reactions on Capitol Hill. Additional news includes legal developments in the Charlie Kirk murder trial, the death of actor Robert Carradine, and the resignation of the Louvre Museum's director after a high-profile theft.

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Key Discussion Points & Highlights

1. President Trump’s State of the Union Address

Theme: National Resurgence, Partisanship in Congress, and Controversial Immigration Policies
Segment: [00:02] - [01:33]

• Opening Message:

  • Lisa Licera sets the stage: President Trump claims "our nation is back," underlining optimism in his address.
  • President Trump declares:

    "The State of Our Union is strong." — President Trump ([00:12])

  • He attributes this strength to policies enacted in his second term, especially a major new law referred to as the "one big beautiful bill".

• Major Policy Achievements Cited:

  • President Trump highlights:

    "We gave you no tax on tips, no tax on overtime, and no tax on Social Security for our great city." — President Trump ([00:28])

  • Trump emphasizes Republicans’ legislative success and frames it as forward-looking, tied to the U.S.'s 250th anniversary.

• Direct Congressional Challenge on Immigration:

  • The President underscores his America First stance:

    "The first duty of the American government is to protect American citizens, not illegal aliens." — President Trump ([01:05])

  • He pointedly asks members to stand in agreement, showcasing party divides in real time.

  • He sharply criticizes "deadly sanctuary cities":

    "That is why I'm also asking you to end deadly sanctuary cities that protect the criminals and enact serious penalties for public officials who block the removal of criminal aliens." — President Trump ([01:20])

• Tense Moments & Lawmaker Reactions:

  • Democratics remain seated, sparking direct confrontation, particularly with:
    • Rep. Ilhan Omar (MN)
    • Rep. Rashida Tlaib (MI)
      • Tlaib interrupts the President, shouting, "you're killing Americans," in response to comments about the Department of Homeland Security shutdown. ([01:33])
  • Texas Rep. Al Green is once again escorted from the chamber during the address, signaling ongoing protest.
  • Over 70 Democrats did not attend the address.
  • Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger is announced as the responder for the Democratic party.

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2. Legal Developments: Charlie Kirk Murder Case

Segment: [02:31] - [03:19]

• Utah Judge’s Ruling:
  • Defense argued for the prosecution's disqualification due to a lead prosecutor’s child being in proximity to the crime.
  • Judge Tony Groff’s on-record statement:

    "Defendant has not established a factual basis for a finding of conflict of interest or an objective appearance of impropriety rising to a constitutional concern. His motion is respectfully denied." — Judge Tony Groff ([02:56])

  • Prosecutors continue to pursue the death penalty against accused Tyler Robinson.
  • Ongoing legal questions include whether cameras will be allowed at trial.
  • The defense accuses the prosecution of an emotional rush to seek the death penalty — used as basis to challenge their impartiality.

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3. Obituary: Robert Carradine

Segment: [03:34] - [04:17]

• Death of a Noted Actor:
  • Robert Carradine, of Lizzie McGuire and Revenge of the Nerds fame, dies at age 71.
  • Family statement addresses his battle with bipolar disorder and the importance of mental health transparency.
  • Michelle Paulino reports Carradine’s legacy:
    • "We hope his journey can shine a light and encourage addressing the stigma that attaches to mental illness." — Carradine Family Statement ([03:34])
  • Cast members pay tribute; Hilary Duff posts on Instagram: "this one hurts," and Jake Thomas adds, "my heart hurts today."

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4. Louvre Museum Director Resigns

Segment: [04:17] - [04:28]

• Aftermath of High-Profile Heist:
  • The director’s resignation follows October’s crown jewel theft.
  • No further details or quotes are provided.

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Notable Quotes

• President Trump:

  • "The State of Our Union is strong." ([00:12])
  • "We gave you no tax on tips, no tax on overtime, and no tax on Social Security for our great city." ([00:28])
  • "The first duty of the American government is to protect American citizens, not illegal aliens." ([01:05])
  • "That is why I'm also asking you to end deadly sanctuary cities that protect the criminals and enact serious penalties for public officials who block the removal of criminal aliens." ([01:20])

• Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib:

  • Shouted: "you're killing Americans," during President's remarks. ([01:33])

• Judge Tony Groff:

  • "Defendant has not established a factual basis for a finding of conflict of interest or an objective appearance of impropriety rising to a constitutional concern. His motion is respectfully denied." ([02:56])

• Carradine Family Statement:

  • "We hope his journey can shine a light and encourage addressing the stigma that attaches to mental illness." ([03:34])

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Key Timestamps

• 00:02 – 01:33: State of the Union address coverage, major themes and controversy.
• 02:31 – 03:19: Charlie Kirk murder case — judge’s ruling and legal updates.
• 03:34 – 04:17: Death and legacy of actor Robert Carradine.
• 04:17 – 04:28: Louvre director’s resignation post-heist.

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Memorable Moments

• President Trump's direct challenge to Congress over immigration, urging members to take a public stand ([01:05]).
• The visible and vocal protests from Democratic lawmakers, including Tlaib's outburst and Al Green's removal ([01:13 – 01:33]).
• The judge’s pointed and formal rejection of the defense team’s motion, underlining the legal process’s severity ([02:56]).
• The poignant tribute to Robert Carradine and the emphasis on mental health awareness ([03:34]).

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Tone and Language

The episode reflects the brisk, news-first style of FOX News Radio, interweaving quotes, live reactions, and straightforward legal analysis. Soundbites from President Trump and congressional reactions capture dramatic moments, maintaining the urgency and partisanship characteristic of State of the Union coverage. Reporting on the Carradine obituary is both respectful and candid, urging attention to mental health.

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This summary covers all key segments, providing context, highlights, notable quotes, and timestamps for listeners seeking a detailed recap.

Transcript

[Lisa Licera]

This is a FOX News alert. He says our nation is back. I'm Lisa Licera. That's the message from President Trump as he delivered his State of the Union address.

[Unnamed Fox News Correspondent]

In the eyes of President Trump, the

[President Trump]

State of Our Union is strong.

[Unnamed Fox News Correspondent]

And he says the policies of his second term have made it that way. He cited the provisions of the one big beautiful bill that he signed into law as the catalyst and highlighted what he intended it to provide.

[President Trump]

We gave you no tax on tips, no tax on overtime, and no tax on Social Security for our great city.

[Unnamed Fox News Correspondent]

The president noted how Republicans, not Democrats, got that done and tied the success to the country's 250th anniversary, saying it's our turn to legislate and help the next generation.

[Lisa Licera]

Fox's Granal Scott. The president just wrapped up his address. He's now making his way out of the House chamber. The president going on to say one of the great things about the State of the Union address is how it gives Americans the chance to see what their representatives really believe and asked members to stand up if they agreed with the statement.

[President Trump]

The first duty of the American government is to protect American citizens, not illegal aliens.

[Lisa Licera]

He scolded Democrats who remain seated sparring with Minnesota Congressman Ilhan Omar and Michigan Congresswoman Rashida Tlai.

[President Trump]

That is why I'm also asking you to end deadly sanctuary cities that protect the criminals and enact serious penalties for public officials who block the removal of criminal aliens.

[Lisa Licera]

Congresswoman Tlaib was yelling to the president, you're killing Americans as the president was talking about the shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security. For the second year in a row. Texas Congressman Al Green was escorted from the chamber during the president's address. More than 70 Democrats did not attend. Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger is set to deliver the Democratic response. America's listening to Fox News.

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[Lisa Licera]

A Utah judge rules on a motion to disqualify the entire prosecution in the Charlie Kirk murder case.

[Jeff Manasso]

Accused killer Tyler Robinson's defense team wanted the prosecution dumped from the Charlie Kirk murder case, that the case was tainted by a lead prosecutor's child being at Utah Valley University September 10th when Charlie Kirk was shot, that the child texted the parent about what was happening. But the judge, Tony Groff ruling because

[President Trump]

defendant has not established a factual basis for a finding of conflict of interest or an objective appearance of impropriety rising to a constitutional concern. His motion is respectfully denied.

[Jeff Manasso]

Prosecutors are seeking the death penalty for Tyler Robinson, with other motions in the case still outstanding, including whether or not cameras will be allowed during trial. Jeff Manasso, Fox News the defense also

[Lisa Licera]

argued prosecutors were quick to announce their intent to seek the death penalty, which they said was evidence of strong emotional reactions that merited disqualifying the entire team. A member of the famed Carradine acting family has died Robert Carradine, the actor

[Michelle Paulino]

known for his roles in Lizzie McGuire and Revenge of the Nerds has died. He was 71 years old. His family says he died after a valiant struggle with bipolar disorder, several media outlets reporting that he took his own life. In a statement to Deadline, his family wrote in part referencing his battle with the disorder, we hope his journey can shine a light and encourage addressing the stigma that attaches to mental illness. Carradine starred as Louis Skolnick in the Nerds franchise and played Hilary Duff's father in the Disney Channel series Lizzie McGuire and the Lizzie McGuire Movie. Duff posting photos on Instagram, writing in part, this one hurts, while actor Jake Thomas, who played her brother, noted, my heart hurts today. Michelle Paulino, FOX News the director of

[Lisa Licera]

the Louvre museum has resigned after the crown jewel heist last October. I'm Lisa Licera. This is FOX News.

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