Donald Trump’s State of the Union speech has sparked debate online, with many Americans pointing out one major topic missing from the address. On February 24, 2026, Trump delivered a 1 hour and 48 minute speech — the longest State of the Union in U.S. history. He praised the economy, criticized Democrats, and briefly touched on foreign affairs. “Our nation is back: bigger, better, richer and stronger than ever before,” Trump declared at the start, ending nearly two hours later by promising a future that would be “bigger, better, brighter, bolder and more glorious than ever before.”
However, despite the lengthy speech, one issue many Americans expected to hear about was not mentioned. Trump has repeatedly hinted at the possibility of sending Americans a $2,000 stimulus check, partly funded through tariffs. Many citizens were waiting for confirmation during the speech, but the president never addressed the proposal. The omission quickly sparked reactions online.
Some users questioned what happened to the promised payments, while others expressed frustration that the topic was not discussed at all. Meanwhile, Trump highlighted other policies during his address. He promoted the TrumpRx program, designed to help uninsured Americans access more affordable medication. He also referenced a recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling that struck down parts of his previous tariff policy, calling it an “unfortunate decision.”
Despite the ruling, a new round of global tariffs set at 10 percent has already taken effect, with Trump indicating they could rise to 15 percent. For many Americans hoping for stimulus payments, the speech left more questions than answers — and uncertainty about whether those checks will ever arrive.
