2027 State of the Union Countdown
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The 2027 State of the Union is the annual address the President of the United States delivers to a joint session of Congress, reviewing the condition of the nation and setting out the administration's legislative agenda and priorities for the year ahead. The countdown above tracks the time remaining until President Donald Trump's next State of the Union Address.
The 2027 address is expected in early 2027. The exact date is set by agreement between the White House and congressional leaders and is usually confirmed only a few weeks beforehand.
When Is the 2027 State of the Union?
Recent State of the Union addresses have been delivered between late January and early March, typically on a weekday evening. The 2027 date will be announced closer to the time, and the countdown above targets the expected slot and will be updated once the official date is set. To convert the 9:00 PM Eastern start time to your own zone, use our UTC to EST Converter or World Clock.
What Is the State of the Union Address?
The address stems from the US Constitution, which directs the president to give Congress information on the state of the union from time to time. For most of modern history it has been an annual speech. It is one of the few occasions that bring together the entire Congress, the Cabinet, the Supreme Court, and military leadership in one chamber.
What to Expect
Modern State of the Union addresses are delivered in the evening during prime time and broadcast live across major networks. The speech is followed by a televised response from the opposition party. Other customs include the president's special guests seated in the gallery and a designated survivor, a Cabinet member kept away from the Capitol for continuity of government.
How to Watch the 2027 State of the Union
The address is carried live by the major US television networks and cable news channels, and streamed online by news outlets and the White House. Because it begins at 9:00 PM Eastern Time, viewers in other regions should convert the start time locally. Our UTC to EST Converter and World Clock make that easy.
2027 State of the Union FAQ
When is the 2027 State of the Union?
It is expected in early 2027, usually a weekday evening between late January and early March. The exact date is announced closer to the time, and the countdown above tracks it.
What time does the State of the Union start?
Modern addresses typically begin at 9:00 PM Eastern Time. Use our converters above to find the local start time in your region.
How long does the speech last?
Recent State of the Union addresses have generally run between one and one and a half hours, though length varies by president and year.
Where can I watch the State of the Union?
It is broadcast live on major US television networks and streamed online by news outlets and the White House.
Who gives the opposition response?
After the address, a member of the opposing party delivers a televised response, usually chosen by the party's congressional leaders.