New York Governor Kathy Hochul will be attending President Biden’s State of the Union address as a guest of Democratic Rep. Adriano Espaillat, representing New York’s 13th Congressional District. Hochul expressed the importance of federal funding for projects like the Second Avenue Subway, reducing costs for families, and addressing immigration and border security. Highlighting the strong partnership between New York, Congress, and the Biden Administration, Hochul’s attendance symbolizes continued collaboration.
The State of the Union address on Thursday will provide Biden with an opportunity to outline his vision and policy priorities as he seeks reelection in November. Various elected officials will bring guests to the event to represent national or district issues. Other attendees include a border patrol agent brought by Republican Rep. Elise Stefanik, the family of a man held captive by the Taliban brought by Republican Rep. Claudia Tenney, and Poughkeepsie Mayor Yvonne Flowers brought by Democratic Rep. Pat Ryan.
The speech will take place at 9 p.m. on Thursday in the House of Representatives chamber. Those interested can watch live coverage on Spectrum News 1. The attendance of Governor Hochul alongside other distinguished guests underscores the significance of the event and the diverse array of issues being addressed by lawmakers at the national level.
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