"Six days ago, Russia's Vladimir Putin sought to shake the very foundations of the free world, thinking he could make it bend to his menacing ways. But he badly miscalculated," Biden said at the start of his hour-long speech. "He thought he could roll into Ukraine, and the world would roll over. Instead, he met a wall of strength he never anticipated or imagined: he met the Ukrainian people." The Ukrainian ambassador to the US, Oksana Markarova, attended the speech as Jill Biden's guest and received a standing ovation. \n
Biden confirmed that the US will ban Russian planes from its airspace, following the example of the EU and Canada. "He has no idea what's coming," Biden said of Putin. The US president also delivered a strong rebuke to Russian oligarchs, saying the West is "coming for your ill-begotten gains".
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Biden outlined his strategy for fighting inflation, which has reached a 40-year high in the US. The president said the US needs to invest in American supply chains to both lower prices and provide good-paying jobs for many workers. "I think I have a better idea to fight inflation: lower costs, not your wages," Biden said. "Instead of relying on foreign supply chains, let's make it in America."
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Biden said the US has reached "a new moment" in its fight against coronavirus, as its number of cases decreases after the country passed the peak of its Omicron surge. "Tonight I can say we're moving forward safely back to more normal routines," Biden said. He also encouraged offices to reopen, saying, "It's time for Americans to get back to work and fill our great downtowns again."
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In the Republican response to Biden's speech, Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds attacked Democrats over rising prices and their pandemic-related policies. "The president and Democrats in Congress have spent the last year either ignoring the issues facing Americans or making them worse," Reynolds said, blaming Biden's agenda for pushing gas and food prices higher.
The US politics blog will be back tomorrow for more coverage of the White House's response to the Ukraine crisis and reactions to the State of the Union. See you then.
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The governor of Iowa, Kim Reynolds, is now delivering the Republican party's response to Joe Biden's State of the Union speech.
Reynolds attacked Biden's domestic policies, arguing that Democrats' agenda had weakened America's standing as it confronts the global crisis of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
"It's time for America to once again project confidence. It's time to be decisive, it's time to lead," Reynolds said. "But we can't project strength abroad if we're weak at home."
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Joe Biden has now concluded his State of the Union speech, after speaking for a little over an hour on everything from the Russian invasion of Ukraine to the US economy and the country's fight against coronavirus.
"The state of the union is strong because you, the American people, are strong. We are stronger today than we were a year ago. And we'll be stronger a year from now, than we are today," Biden said as he wrapped up his speech.
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"This is our moment to meet and overcome the challenges of our time, and we will -- as one people, one America, the United States of America."
The blog will have reactions to the speech and more analysis of the president's remarks coming up, so stay tuned.
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Joe Biden said the US has reached "a new moment" in its fight against coronavirus, as the number of US cases decreases after the country passed the peak of its Omicron surge.
"For more than two years, Covid has impacted every decision in our lives and the life of this nation. And I know you're tired, frustrated and exhausted," Biden said.
Biden pointed to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's new guidelines allowing more Americans to go mask-free because of declining case rates.
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The president also announced that starting next week, Americans will be able to order more free coronavirus tests from the federal government.
The president then called on offices to reopen, saying, "It's time for Americans to get back to work and fill our great downtowns again. People working from home can feel safe to begin to return to the office."
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Joe Biden outlined his strategy to fight rising prices, which have become one of the largest concerns for Americans as inflation has hit a 40-year high.
The president said the US needs to strengthen its supply chains by investing in American manufacturing, which will help lower prices and create good-paying jobs for many.
"I think I have a better idea to fight inflation: lower costs, not your wages," Biden said. "Instead of relying on foreign supply chains, let's make it in America."
The president billed this strategy as his "Building a Better America" plan, marking a slight messaging shift from his "Build Back Better" agenda.
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Joe Biden celebrated the coalition of the US and its allies for imposing severe sanctions on the Russian economy and Vladimir Putin specifically, saying the Russian leader is "isolated from the world more than he has ever been".
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Biden said of Putin, "He has no idea what's coming."
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Joe Biden celebrated the fact that lawmakers are able to gather tonight for the State of the Union with somewhat relaxed restrictions, as coronavirus cases in the US have decreased.
Biden then quickly pivoted to discussing the Russian invasion of Ukraine, celebrating America's "unwavering resolve that freedom will always triumph over tyranny".
"Six days ago, Russia's Vladimir Putin sought to shake the very foundations of the free world, thinking he could make it bend to his menacing ways. But he badly miscalculated," Biden said.
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"He thought he could roll into Ukraine, and the world would roll over. Instead, he met a wall of strength he never anticipated or imagined: he met the Ukrainian people."
Biden's praise of the Ukrainian people was met with a standing ovation in the House chamber.
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Joe Biden has now arrived in the House chamber, escorted by a number of lawmakers of both parties, including House majority leader Steny Hoyer and majority whip Jim Clyburn.
After shaking some hands on his way down the aisle, Biden made his way to the lectern in front of Vice-President Kamala Harris and House speaker Nancy Pelosi.
Biden's remarks have now started, and the blog will have more updates and analysis as he delivers his speech. Stay tuned.
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Joe Biden has now left the White House to make the (very short) trip to Capitol Hill for his first State of the Union speech.
As the president and the first lady left the White House, a reporter asked Biden whether he believed Vladimir Putin had committed war crimes in Ukraine.
Biden chose not to answer the question, but he is expected to condemn Putin's invasion of Ukraine in his speech tonight, according to excerpts released by the White House.
Biden's speech is set to get underway in about 15 minutes, so stay tuned.
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The US is banning Russian planes from its airspace, according to multiple reports.
The Wall Street Journal and Reuters are reporting that the US is following in the footsteps of the European Union and Canada, citing anonymous officials. Biden is likely to make an official announcement during the State of the Union speech.
The move will likely complicate existing supply chain disruptions, with Russia having imposed its own flight bans in response to Europe's ban. Here's what these flight bans look like from an aerial view:
United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, American Airlines. and United Parcel Service said they've already had suspended flying over Russian airspace.
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The governor of Iowa, Kim Reynolds, will deliver the Republican party's response to Joe Biden's State of the Union speech, and she plans to condemn the rising prices that Americans are seeing in grocery stores and at gas pumps.
"Instead of moving America forward, it feels like President Biden and his party have sent us back in time to the late '70s and early '80s. When runaway inflation was hammering families, a violent crime wave was crashing on our cities, and the Soviet army was trying to redraw the world map," Reynolds will say, according to excerpts released by Senate minority leader Mitch McConnell's office.
She will add, "I saw moms' and dads' paychecks buy them less and less. I watched working people choosing which essentials to take home and which ones to leave behind at the register. And now President Biden's decisions have a whole new generation feeling that same pain."
According to the excerpts of Biden's speech released by the White House this evening, the president will outline his strategy to lower prices by strengthening American supply chains.
"We have a choice. One way to fight inflation is to drive down wages and make Americans poorer. I have a better plan to fight inflation," Biden will say. "Lower your costs, not your wages. Make more cars and semiconductors in America. ... And, instead of relying on foreign supply chains – let's make it in America."
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Some members of Congress will be missing Joe Biden's State of the Union speech tonight because they have tested positive for coronavirus.
Senator Alex Padilla, a Democrat of California, announced his positive test result this morning, saying he is "asymptomatic and grateful to be fully vaccinated and boosted".
As I do regularly, I tested yesterday for COVID. Late last night, I received a positive test result with a breakthrough case. I'm asymptomatic and grateful to be fully vaccinated and boosted.
— Senator Alex Padilla (@SenAlexPadilla) March 1, 2022
Four Democratic members of the House -- Suzan DelBene of Washington state, Jamie Raskin of Maryland, Pete Aguilar of California and Ted Deutch of Florida -- have also tested positive and will miss Biden's speech at the Capitol.
Biden's State of the Union address comes as the number of US coronavirus cases is on the decline, after the country passed the peak of its Omicron surge.
The attending physician of the Capitol has said that masks will be optional for tonight's event, in accordance with the latest guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. That new CDC guidance says that most Americans live in counties where healthy people can stop wearing masks for the time being.
Today, I tested positive for COVID-19. I am glad to be vaccinated and boosted, and although I am experiencing mild symptoms, I am still able to work on behalf of my constituents.
— Rep. Ted Deutch (@RepTedDeutch) March 1, 2022
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Joe Biden will deliver his first State of the Union address tonight, as he faces crises on multiple fronts and tries to send a message of optimism about America's future.
Biden's speech comes as Russian forces continue to launch rocket strikes on major Ukrainian cities, endangering the lives of civilians. Earlier today, a TV tower in Kyiv was hit by Russian missiles, killing at least five people.
Meanwhile, the Biden administration is bracing for the potential impact that the Ukraine crisis could have on gas prices. The US and its allies announced today that the International Energy Agency will release 60 million barrels of crude oil from their strategic petroleum reserves to try to lower gas prices.
Americans were already complaining of rising prices, as US inflation hit a 40-year high in January, and now the White House has to worry about gas costs increasing even more.
Despite all of those concerns, Biden is expected to use his State of the Union address to express hope about the direction of the country and its economy.
"The American people will hear a lot about how he's going to lower their costs, how he's going to continue to build a strong economy over the long term," White House press secretary Jen Psaki said yesterday.
The State of the Union is scheduled to get underway at 9pm ET, so stay tuned.
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Joe Biden will sharply condemn Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine in his State of the Union speech tonight, according to excerpts provided by the White House.
"Putin's war was premeditated and unprovoked. He rejected efforts at diplomacy. He thought the West and NATO wouldn't respond. And, he thought he could divide us here at home," Biden is expected to say.
The president will also outline the reasoning of the US and its allies for imposing severe sanctions on Russia and Putin personally, arguing such measures are necessary to deter future violence.
"Throughout our history we've learned this lesson – when dictators do not pay a price for their aggression, they cause more chaos. They keep moving. And, the costs and threats to America and the world keep rising," Biden will say.
"That's why the NATO Alliance was created to secure peace and stability in Europe after World War 2. The United States is a member along with 29 other nations. ...
Biden's speech comes as Russian forces have escalated their rocket strikes on major Ukrainian cities, including the capital of Kyiv. At least five people were killed in Kyiv today after Russian missiles hit a TV tower.
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Maanvi Singh
As members and guests filed into the chamber ahead of Biden's address, most had shed their masks.
The House and White House have eased their mask requirements ahead of the State of the Union. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Friday walked back its mask recommendation for most Americans.
For the first time in a while, we're seeing lawmakers and officials shaking hands, embracing, breathing each other's air inside a crowded chamber. Guests are limited and negative Covid-19 tests are still required.
Biden condemns Putin: 'Freedom will always triumph over tyranny'
Joan E Greve
Joe Biden celebrated the fact that lawmakers are able to gather tonight for the State of the Union with somewhat relaxed restrictions, as coronavirus cases in the US have decreased.
"Last year Covid-19 kept us apart. This year we're finally together again," Biden said to applause in the House chamber.
Biden then quickly pivoted to discussing the Russian invasion of Ukraine, celebrating America's "unwavering resolve that freedom will always triumph over tyranny".
"Six days ago, Russia's Vladimir Putin sought to shake the very foundations of the free world, thinking he could make it bend to his menacing ways. But he badly miscalculated," Biden said.
Joe Biden, flanked by Kamala Harris and Nancy Pelosi. Photograph: Getty Images
"He thought he could roll into Ukraine, and the world would roll over. Instead, he met a wall of strength he never anticipated or imagined: he met the Ukrainian people."
Biden's praise of the Ukrainian people was met with a standing ovation in the House chamber.
Biden arrives in House chamber and begins remarks
Joan E Greve
Joe Biden has now arrived in the House chamber, escorted by a number of lawmakers of both parties, including House majority leader Steny Hoyer and majority whip Jim Clyburn.
At 9:05 PM, @POTUS entered the House Chamber.
— House Press Gallery (@HouseDailyPress) March 2, 2022
The president was greeted by loud applause in the chamber as he entered, and some lawmakers seated in the gallery chanted "Joe, Joe, Joe!"
After shaking some hands on his way down the aisle, Biden made his way to the lectern in front of Vice-President Kamala Harris and House speaker Nancy Pelosi.
Biden's remarks have now started, and the blog will have more updates and analysis as he delivers his speech. Stay tuned.
Joan E Greve
First lady Jill Biden and members of Joe Biden's cabinet have now entered the House chamber for the president's State of the Union speech.
The White House has confirmed that Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo will serve as the designated survivor tonight, so she will not be in attendance for Biden's speech.
Biden's speech will get underway momentarily, so stay tuned.
Joan E Greve
Some of the supreme court justices have just entered the House chamber as well to witness Joe Biden's first State of the Union speech.
Chief Justice John Roberts, Justice Stephen Breyer, Justice Elena Kagan, Justice Brett Kavanaugh and Justice Amy Coney Barrett have now taken their seats in the chamber.
Breyer announced in late January that he will step down from the court this summer, and Biden is nominating Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to replace the liberal justice.
If confirmed, Jackson will become the first Black woman to serve on the US supreme court. Biden will almost certainly celebrate that accomplishment in his speech tonight.
Joan E Greve
The Ukrainian ambassador to the US, Oksana Markarova, has now arrived in the House chamber for Joe Biden's State of the Union speech.
Markarova is attending the speech as a guest of First Lady Jill Biden, and a member of the White House press pool spotted the ambassador in the presidential motorcade from the White House to Capitol Hill.
Oksana Markarova receives a standing ovation. Photograph: J Scott Applewhite/EPA
Joan E Greve
Vice-President Kamala Harris and House speaker Nancy Pelosi will sit behind Joe Biden as he delivers his State of the Union speech tonight, and the two women have already taken their seats behind the lectern.
Pelosi is wearing a pin depicting Ukraine's flag, and many other lawmakers are carrying small Ukrainian flags or wearing Ukraine's colors of yellow and blue to show their support for those fighting Russian aggression.
Kamala Harris speaks with Nancy Pelosi before State of the Union. Photograph: Jim Lo Scalzo/AFP/Getty Images
Biden departs White House for Capitol Hill
Joan E Greve
Joe Biden has now left the White House to make the (very short) trip to Capitol Hill for his first State of the Union speech.
As the president and the first lady left the White House, a reporter asked Biden whether he believed Vladimir Putin had committed war crimes in Ukraine.
Biden chose not to answer the question, but he is expected to condemn Putin's invasion of Ukraine in his speech tonight, according to excerpts released by the White House.
Biden's speech is set to get underway in about 15 minutes, so stay tuned.
Maanvi Singh
Republican senators Josh Hawley of Missouri and Marco Rubio of Florida are both refusing to attend the State of the Union speech over a Covid-19 testing requirement.
The House has lifted its mask mandate, but has limited guests and is requiring a negative PCR test for attendees. Several members of the House, including Suzan DelBene of Washington state, Jamie Raskin of Maryland, Pete Aguilar and Alex Padilla of California and Ted Deutch of Florida – have also tested positive and will miss Biden's speech at the Capitol.
I hope Biden explains tonight why he surrendered America's energy independence & apologizes for it. I'll be watching from home. I refuse to submit to a Covid test to sit in a room of fully vaccinated people in a Capitol ringed with barricades to satisfy Joe Biden's Covid theater
— Josh Hawley (@HawleyMO) March 2, 2022
Even as the Biden administration and Democratic and Republican leaders across the US lift coronavirus restrictions over warnings from public health experts that doing so will endanger all Americans, and especially older and immunocompromised people, Republicans have doubled and tripled down on efforts to ban mask and vaccine requirements.
Kim Reynolds, the Iowa governor, is expected to tout her anti-public health approach to the pandemic in a Republican response to Biden's address tonight.
Joan E Greve
You may notice someone missing from Interior Secretary Deb Haaland's photo of Joe Biden's cabinet: Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo.
That's because Raimondo is serving as the designated survivor for tonight's State of the Union, according to Punchbowl News:
NEW - Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo is the designated survivor, per a source familiar.
— John Bresnahan (@bresreports) March 2, 2022
For every State of the Union, a member of the president's cabinet is selected to stay in a secure location away from Capitol Hill during the speech.
This person is designated to ensure the continuity of the US government if those at the Capitol are somehow harmed during the speech, and the selected official then has to fill the president's shoes.
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