When US President Joe Biden gives his State of the Union speech on Thursday, it will be the culmination of three months' intensive work for his administration. As the oldest president in U.S. history, Biden has been making strides in various policy areas, including immigration. In fact, Biden has made more use of immigration “parole” than any American president to bypass an uncooperative Congress, but he's hardly the first to use executive actions to achieve his goals.
President Joe Biden predicted Donald Trump would again seek to overturn the election if he loses in November, highlighting the ongoing political tensions in the country. Despite his age, Biden has been actively engaging with his critics and opponents, including Trump. After not saying Trump's name for years, Biden has pivoted to calling out his likely general election foe much more often, showing a willingness to confront challenges head-on.
The State of the Union address is the only constitutionally mandated speech given by the president, dating back to the days of George Washington and John Adams. Over the years, the age of presidents has been increasing, with Biden being the latest example of this trend. While some question his age and ability to serve a second term, Biden remains focused on addressing pressing issues facing the nation.