Biden to Deliver State of the Union Address at US Congress on July 7

[Asia Economy New York=Special Correspondent Joselgina] U.S. President Joe Biden will deliver the State of the Union address at the U.S. Congress on the 7th of next month (local time), the White House announced on the 13th.

White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said in a statement that day, "We thank House Speaker Kevin McCarthy for inviting the President to deliver the State of the Union address, and the President has accepted." The U.S. President delivers the State of the Union address annually in accordance with the Constitution. At this event, the broad direction of national governance is communicated to the public, and cooperation from Congress is sought.

She mentioned, "President Biden looks forward to discussions with the Republican Party, Democratic Party, and the government on ways to continue building the economy from the ground up, strengthen our competitiveness worldwide, keep the American people safe, and work together to unite the country."

Earlier, House Speaker McCarthy sent an invitation letter to President Biden on the same day, requesting him to deliver the State of the Union address in the presence of all members of the federal Senate and House of Representatives on the 7th of next month.

In the letter, Speaker McCarthy stated, "The new Congress inaugurated this year has the responsibility to work toward a strong economy, a secure nation, a future built on freedom, and a responsible government," and added, "the President's speech will shape our efforts to address the priorities of the American people."