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LIVE UPDATES: Biden Delivers Second State of the Union Address Before Divided Congress

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US President Joe Biden's State of the Union address late Tuesday marks the first time he will be addressing Congress in a joint session since Republican lawmakers took control of the US House of Representatives.

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LIVE UPDATES: Biden Delivers Second State of the Union Address Before Divided Congress

01:48 GMT 08.02.2023 (Updated: 04:30 GMT 08.02.2023)

The 2023 rendition of the State of the Union is expected to see US President Joe Biden tout his administration's efforts to strengthen the US economy, US-China relations in light of the Chinese balloon whirlwind, police reform and initiatives to address mental health issues, among other concerns. It's anticipated the speech will also lay the foundation for his 2024 presidential bid.

In line with tradition, a Republican rebuttal will be delivered by Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders.

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03:48 GMT 08.02.2023

Sarah Huckabee Sanders Delivers Republican Rebuttal to SOTU

Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders delivered a scathing review of the Biden administration late Tuesday following the US president State of the Union address, calling the commander-in-chief "unfit to serve."

"The dividing line is no longer between right or left. The choice is between normal or crazy," the Trump-era spokesperson said of Biden, adding that the president and the Democrat camp "failed" the American people.

"Tonight, let us reaffirm our commitment to a timeless American idea: that government exists not to rule the people, but to serve the people."

Huckabee Sanders used much of her speech to highlight the generational differences with Biden.

03:28 GMT 08.02.2023

Biden Vows to Veto Any National Abortion Ban if Passed by Congress

“Congress must restore the right the Supreme Court took away last year and codify Roe v. Wade to protect every woman’s constitutional right to choose,” Biden said late Tuesday. “Make no mistake; if Congress passes a national abortion ban, I will veto it.”

03:27 GMT 08.02.2023

Biden on US Support for Ukraine: 'We United NATO. We Built a Global Coalition'

"Together, we did what America always does at our best," Biden said during the address. "We led. We united NATO. We built a global coalition. We stood against Putin’s aggression. We stood with the Ukrainian people. Tonight, we are once again joined by Ukraine’s Ambassador to the United States. She represents not just her nation, but the courage of her people."

Biden also noted that Washington is working for more freedom, more dignity, and more peace, not just in Europe, but everywhere.

03:16 GMT 08.02.2023

A Chinese woman adjusts the Chinese national flag near U.S. national flags before a Strategic Dialogue expanded meeting that's part of the U.S.-China Strategic and Economic Dialogue at the Diaoyutai State Guesthouse in Beijing, Thursday, July 10, 2014 - Sputnik International, 1920, 08.02.2023

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Biden: 'If China Threatens Our Sovereignty, We Will Act to Protect Our Country'

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03:09 GMT 08.02.2023

'Ban Assault Weapons Now'

After honoring the parents of Tyre Nichols, who was killed at the hands of officers with the Memphis Police Department, Biden took a moment to acknowledge Brandon Tsay and his actions to disarm a mass shooter in California in January.

"In that moment he found the courage to act... he saved lives. It's time we do the same. Ban assault weapons now. Once and for all," Biden said.

Speaking on police reform, Biden said: "We all want the same thing. Neighborhoods free of violence. Law enforcement who earn the community’s trust ... Equal protection under the law; that’s the covenant we have with each other in America."

02:45 GMT 08.02.2023

Biden Met by Boos After Saying GOP Wants to Alter Social Security in Debt Limit Debate

The US president was met with a chorus of boos and even multiple shouts of "liar" from Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) after he accused Republicans of planning to cut social security and medicare amid a debt ceiling standoff.

02:41 GMT 08.02.2023

Biden Calls for Tax on Wealthy: No Billionaire Should Be Paying Lower Tax Rate Than School Teacher or Fire Fighter

02:33 GMT 08.02.2023

POTUS Vows to Bring Down Costs of Meds, Cap Insulin at $35/Month

02:27 GMT 08.02.2023

'President for All Americans'

"To my Republican friends who voted against it but still ask to fund projects in their districts, don't worry. I promised to be the president for all Americans," Biden told the House chamber in reference to infrastructure laws. "We'll fund your projects. And I'll see you at the ground-breaking."

The president also underscored that "all construction materials used on federal infrastructure products must be made in America."

02:23 GMT 08.02.2023

'We're Going to Make Sure the Supply Chain for America Begins in America'

02:18 GMT 08.02.2023

Biden Calls on Divided Congress to 'Find Consensus'

"The people sent us a clear message. Fighting for the sake of fighting, power for the sake of power, conflict for the sake of conflict, gets us nowhere," Biden said, touching on the outcome of the midterm elections which saw Republicans take control of the lower chamber.

"To my Republican friends, if we could work together in the last Congress, there is no reason we can’t work together and find consensus on important things in this Congress as well."

02:14 GMT 08.02.2023

Biden: 'Today, Though Bruised, Our Democracy Remains Unbowed and Unbroken'

02:13 GMT 08.02.2023

Biden Congratulates McCarthy on House Speakership

In his opening acknowledgements, US President Joe Biden told newly-installed House Speaker Kevin McCarthy: "I don't want to ruin your reputation, but I look forward to working with you."

02:08 GMT 08.02.2023

POTUS Has Arrived on Floor of US House

01:57 GMT 08.02.2023

US Labor Secretary Marty Walsh Deemed 'Designated Survivor' Ahead of SOTU

01:52 GMT 08.02.2023

Biden in State of Union Will Say COVID-19 Pandemic No Longer ‘Controls Our Lives’

President Joe Biden in his upcoming State of the Union speech on Tuesday evening will affirm that the COVID-19 pandemic no longer controls the lives of Americans as Congress and the Biden administration battle over when to end public health measures.

"Two years ago, COVID had shut down our businesses, closed our schools, and robbed us of so much. Today, COVID no longer controls our lives," Biden will say in the speech, according to excerpts shared by the White House.

Earlier on Tuesday, the House of Representative passed legislation that would terminate the proof-of-vaccination requirement imposed on travelers to the US. The White House’s Office of Management and Budget said in response to its passage by the lower chamber that the administration opposes reversing the policy.

01:50 GMT 08.02.2023