You can watch the 2026 State of the Union (SOTU) on basically every major news network, plus several free livestreams online.

Time and basics

  • The address is scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026, at 9 p.m. ET.
  • It takes place in the House chamber at the U.S. Capitol, but all coverage is via TV, streaming, and radio.

Watch on TV in the U.S.

Most major networks will carry it live:

  • ABC
  • CBS
  • NBC
  • FOX
  • CNN
  • Fox News
  • MS NOW (formerly MSNBC)

Local PBS stations and Cā€‘SPAN will also have coverage in many areas.

Stream it online (U.S.)

You can stream the SOTU easily even without cable:

  • Network websites & apps
    • ABC News Live, CBS News 24/7, LiveNOW from FOX, NBC News NOW offer free coverage on their sites or apps, often without an account.
* Cā€‘SPAN and PBS typically stream the speech live on their websites.
  • Live TV streaming services (subscription, usually with free trials)
* DirecTV (news-focused pack, includes major news networks)

* Fubo (strong for ABC, CBS, FOX, Fox News)

* Sling TV Blue (CNN, Fox News, MS NOW, plus some local ABC/FOX/NBC markets)

* YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, and similar cordā€‘cutting bundles also carry the main networks that show SOTU.
  • Individual network streaming options
    • Paramount Plus Premium for CBS live.
* FOX One for FOX and Fox News live.

* Peacock Premium Plus for NBC live.

Official and free livestreams

  • The White House website and its official YouTube channel typically stream the address live at no cost.
  • Many outlets (e.g., PBS NewsHour, major newspapers, and networks) also host free YouTube livestreams of the speech.

Outside the U.S.

  • In the UK , you can watch coverage for free on the BBC (TV and website), with special programming aligned to the U.S. 9 p.m. ET start (around 1 a.m. GMT).
  • In other countries, look for:
    • Local news channels that syndicate U.S. feeds.
    • YouTube streams from U.S. networks or public broadcasters (often not geoblocked).

Radio and audio-only options

  • Many NPR member stations and some local radio stations will carry the SOTU live.
  • News apps and sites may also offer audio streams alongside video.

Quick pick if you just want a link and go:

  • Go to YouTube and search ā€œTrump State of the Union 2026 liveā€ or
  • Visit Cā€‘SPAN.org or the White House site around 9 p.m. ET on Feb. 24 for a free, noā€‘login stream.

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