Key moments from Trump's big speech
A Democratic ejection and a patriotic parade by ice hockey players were among the colourful moments during the State of the Union address.
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Notable Quotes
"the strongest and most secure border in American history"
— Donald Trump , Politician
"disappointing and unfortunate"
— Donald Trump , Politician
"pursuing their sinister nuclear ambitions"
— Donald Trump , Politician
"Our country is winning again."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"In fact, we’re winning so much that we really don’t know what to do about it."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"What a special job you did and what special champions you are."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"What a special job you did. What special champions you are."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"Good to see you again."
— Matthew Tkachuk , Athlete
"They beat a fantastic Canadian team in overtime as everybody saw, as did the American women who will soon be coming to the White House."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"I will honor goaltender Connor Hellebuyck with the Presidential Medal of Freedom."
— Donald Trump , Politician
Key People
Amy Coney Barrett is an associate justice of the Supreme Court of the United States.
Brett Kavanaugh is an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court.
Connor Hellebuyck is a professional ice hockey goaltender for the United States national team.
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Elena Kagan is an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court.
John Roberts is the Chief Justice of the United States.
Lisa McClain is a US Congresswoman from Michigan.
Matthew Tkachuk is an American ice hockey player who plays for the Florida Panthers in the NHL.
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A Democratic ejection and a patriotic parade by ice hockey players were among the colourful moments during the State of the Union address.
During the State of the Union address, President Trump announced that U.S. men's hockey team goalie Connor Hellebuyck will receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom for his outstanding performance in the Olympics. The women's team declined the invitation to attend due to prior commitments but will be honored at a later date.
Democratic lawmakers remained seated during President Trump's speech, leading to the ejection of Representative Al Green over a protest sign.
During the State of the Union address, President Trump introduced the U.S. men's hockey team, who received a bipartisan standing ovation. Trump also announced that goalie Connor Hellebuyck will receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom for his performance in the Olympics.
The U.S. men's hockey team, fresh off their Olympic gold medal win, attended President Trump's State of the Union address, receiving a standing ovation and chants of 'USA' from the audience. Trump announced that goalie Connor Hellebuyck will receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
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