Democrats, Republicans Highlight Issues with Guests at Trump's State of the Union

As President Trump prepares to deliver his State of the Union address, Democratic lawmakers are using the occasion to spotlight the negative impact of his administration's cuts to the federal workforce. Many Democrats are inviting former federal employees who lost their jobs due to these cuts, which were largely executed by Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency. Guests include Ashley Ranalli, a former National Park Service ranger, and Adam Mulvey, an Army veteran, both of whom have been directly affected by the layoffs. Meanwhile, Republicans are focusing on immigration issues, with House Speaker Mike Johnson bringing a guest whose husband was killed by an undocumented immigrant. This political maneuvering serves to illustrate the stark contrast between the parties' priorities and the human consequences of policy decisions. Lawmakers are expected to create a charged atmosphere during the address, highlighting the ongoing tensions surrounding Trump's governance.