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Democrats Accuse Trump of Lying in Rebuttal
Filed: Feb 25, 2026 at 1:03 AM ET
Summary: Sen. Alex Padilla criticizes Trump for inciting violence and harming the economy in response to the State of the Union.
WHO: Sen. Alex Padilla
WHAT: Rebuttal to State of the Union address
WHEN: Feb 25, 2026 at 12:29 AM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: To address Trump's claims and actions
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