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And for all of these reasons, I say tonight, members of Congress, the state of our union is strong.

President Donald Trump delivered a defiant state of the union address.

That's where we're starting the seven from the Washington Post. I'm Hannah Jewell. It's Wednesday, February 25th. Let's get you caught up with

today's seven stories. President Trump's address to Congress last night began with an optimistic tone.

He talked positively about the economy and American success at the Olympics,

and he said the country was, quote, the hottest and that everyone was winning.

But after about an hour of that sunny outlook, Trump's speech took a turn.

One of the great things about the state of the union is how it gives Americans the chance to see clearly what their representatives

really believe. So tonight I'm inviting every legislature to join with my administration in

reaffirming a fundamental principle. If you agree with this statement, then stand up and show your

support. The first duty of the American

government is to protect American citizens, not illegal aliens.

Republicans stood and applauded for more than a minute, while Trump shook his head and sighed at the

Democratic side of the chamber. After that, Trump took a more familiar, darker tone.

Isn't that a shame? You should be ashamed of yourself, not standing up. You should be ashamed of

yourself. That is why I'm also asking you to end deadly sanctuary cities that protect the criminals.

That's Democratic representatives Ilhan Omar and Rashida Talib, shouting back at Trump,

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