In his State of the Union address on the night of the 24th before the U.S. Congress, President Trump emphasized that the United States is a 'winner,' using the presence of Olympic gold medalists to strengthen this narrative. By inviting players from the men's ice hockey team who recently won at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics and planning to award the Presidential Medal of Freedom to goalkeeper Conner Hellybuyck, he mixed themes of heroism with his message of victory for America. This approach highlighted his agenda aimed at rallying his support base through a narrative of triumph.

Trump's speech not only celebrated national achievements but also characterized the Democrats as a 'resisting force,' marking a clear divide in political allegiances. He claimed that people were telling him the country is winning too much, contrasting this with a past perception of America familiar with defeat. His focus was more on projecting a sense of winning and success rather than providing detailed policy proposals, as he reiterated the administration's accomplishments in immigration and crime reduction, further cementing ideological divides.

Throughout the address, there was a perceptible emphasis on internal appeal rather than seeking bipartisan cooperation or addressing broader national issues. The speech served as a tool to reinforce his political narrative, appealing directly to his core supporters while setting the stage for upcoming electoral battles, effectively using the platform to ensure his policies and rhetoric resonate within his base, all while framing the Democrats negatively.