The guest list for President Trump’s address reflects a curated selection that underscores various cultural and policy themes. First Lady Melania Trump will host Allyson and Lauren Phillips, the mother and sister of Laken Riley, a college student allegedly murdered by a Venezuelan migrant. Alexis Nungaray, whose 12-year-old daughter was killed by undocumented immigrants last June, will also be in attendance. Highlighting the administration’s stance on transgender issues, guests include Payton McNabb, a high school volleyball player who claims to have sustained a concussion from a transgender athlete, and January Littlejohn, a parent who sued a school board over gender identity transitions. House Speaker Mike Johnson has invited conservative commentators Ben Shapiro and Matt Walsh, alongside activist Riley Gaines, known for her campaigns against transgender participation in women’s sports. Furthermore, IRS whistleblowers Gary Shapley and Joseph Ziegler will be present, hosted by House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer and Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan. Notably, Elon Musk, leading the “Department of Government Efficiency,” will attend, symbolizing the administration’s aggressive governance strategy that could impact federal employment nationwide.
Theme of Trump’s Address: “Renewal of the American Dream”
The White House has announced that President Trump’s address will center on the theme “Renewal of the American Dream.” House Speaker Mike Johnson extended the invitation to the President, encouraging him to share his “America First vision for our legislative future.” Stephen Miller, the White House’s Deputy Chief of Staff, highlighted the address as an opportunity for President Trump to showcase recent achievements and outline forthcoming priorities.
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