Trump's Response to State of the Union Boycott and People's SOTU Event

Trump's Response to the Boycott

• 🚨 Donald Trump is reportedly "terrified" and attacking the MeidasTouch Network for leading a boycott of his State of the Union (SOTU) address.
• 💬 Trump called the boycott a "phony boycott" and "absolute disrespect," accusing organizers of trying to "sabotage" one of the greatest nights for the country.
• 📧 In an email, Trump framed the boycott as an attack by "woke extremists" and the "radical left" against him, the presidency, and the American people, urging supporters to "have his back."

The People's State of the Union

• 🎪 The MeidasTouch Network, in collaboration with MoveOn, is hosting a "People's State of the Union" on the National Mall as counter-programming to Trump's SOTU.
• 🏛️ Dozens of Democratic senators and House members are confirmed to attend the People's SOTU, including Senator Ruben Gallego, Congressman Robert Garcia, and Congressman Maxwell Frost.
• 📺 The event will feature speakers like Katie Fang, Joy Reid, and Aaron Parnas, aiming to amplify voices and provide an alternative narrative.

Epstein Survivors Demand Justice

• ⚖️ Many Democratic members of Congress are bringing Epstein survivors as their guests to the actual State of the Union or giving their guest spots to them.
• 👁️ The goal is for Donald Trump to "look up and see their faces" and for the media to highlight their bravery, demanding transparency and accountability regarding the Epstein files.
• 🗣️ Congress members like Robert Garcia, Subramanian, Pramila Jayapal, and Ro Khanna emphasized the bipartisan support for releasing the files and prosecuting those involved.

Congressional Boycott Justifications

• 🚫 Several members, including Congressmen McGovern and Peters, stated they would not attend Trump's SOTU due to his "pathological lying," disregard for Congress, and alleged abuse of office.
• 💰 Concerns were raised about Trump's alleged personal enrichment from office, imposing tariffs without approval, and selling pardons, which they believe disrespects the office.
• 🎤 Some boycotting members will still be present on social media or at the People's SOTU to call out Trump's statements and lies.

Trump's Declining Approval

• 📉 Polling data indicates Donald Trump's approval rating is at an "all-time low," with a negative 27-point net approval going into the SOTU.
• 📊 This makes him weaker than any other 21st-century president at this point in their second term, significantly lower than Obama or George W. Bush.
• 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 His approval among independents is particularly low at minus 47 points, marking the lowest point in either of his two terms with this demographic.