As it happened: Donald Trump’s first speech to Congress

U.S. President Donald Trump is set to make his first speech to Congress Tuesday. You can watch the speech in the player above starting at 9 p.m. ET.

It’ll be a chance for Trump to set the stage for the rest of his presidency, as well as reiterate or drop campaign promises.

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Some main points to watch out for include Trump’s plan to repeal the Affordable Care Act, or Obamacare, as well as information on his tax policies and military spending.

Immigration is also expected to be a major talking point, as new details pour out about Trump’s revised travel ban, and as Democrats plan to invite immigrants to the speech.

A presidential address to Congress is always part policy speech, part political theater. With Trump, a former reality TV star, there’s extra potential for drama.

Follow along with the live blog below for full coverage of tonight’s event.

*with a file from the Associated Press

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