Freshman Senator Elissa Slotkin from Michigan has been selected to deliver the Democrats’ response to President Donald Trump’s upcoming joint address to Congress. Democratic leaders Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries praised Slotkin as a rising star in the party who will provide a vision of hope and unity for all Americans. Slotkin’s victory in the 2024 election marked a rare high-profile win for Democrats that year, demonstrating her appeal to voters across party lines.
Slotkin, who previously served in the House and has a background in the CIA and Department of Defense, has emphasized the importance of focusing on kitchen-table issues and speaking plainly to Americans. She has also spoken out against identity politics and in favor of treating people as independent Americans regardless of their background or party affiliation.
Slotkin’s previous support for impeaching Trump in 2019 over allegations of seeking political favors from Ukraine highlights her commitment to upholding democratic norms and protecting the integrity of the political process. Her selection to deliver the Democrats’ response reflects her experience and dedication to serving the public.
In addition to Slotkin’s response, Rep. Adriano Espaillat will deliver the Spanish language response for the party. This decision comes ahead of Trump’s address next Tuesday, which is not categorized as a State of the Union speech, where presidents typically outline their achievements in office.
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