Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Elissa Slotkin will deliver the Democratic Response to President Trump’s Joint Address on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, as announced by U.S. Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) and House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY). The Leaders also announced Congressman Adriano Espaillat will deliver the Spanish language response to the speech.
Senator Elissa Slotkin said, “I’m looking forward to speaking directly to the American people next week. The public expects leaders to level with them on what’s actually happening in our country. From our economic security to our national security, we’ve got to chart a way forward that actually improves people’s lives in the country we all love, and I’m looking forward to laying that out.”
Leader Chuck Schumer said, “Elissa Slotkin has dedicated her life to defending our country, serving the American people, and fighting for Michigan. As nothing short of a rising star in our party, Elissa has proven she can get things done: whether it’s fighting for lower costs, affordable healthcare, standing up for our economic and national security, or advocating for all families across Michigan.
“She will offer a bold vision of hope, unity, and a brighter future for everyone, not just the wealthy few at the top,” Schumer said. “Elissa Slotkin will layout the fight to tackle the deep challenges we face today, chart a path forward, and shape the future of our nation.”
Leader Hakeem Jeffries said, “Elissa Slotkin is a lifelong public servant, respected national security expert and distinguished former member of the House Democratic Caucus. She will deliver a comprehensive and clear-eyed response to the President’s Joint Address and communicate that Democrats are fighting to lower the cost of living and protect Social Security and Medicaid while Republicans cut taxes for their billionaire donors and Elon Musk. Elissa will deliver a compelling message to the American people.”
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U.S. Senator Elissa Slotkin has dedicated her career to serving the country she loves. A former CIA analyst who served three tours in Iraq alongside the U.S. military, Elissa then worked in national security roles at the Pentagon and White House under President Bush and President Obama. In 2018, Elissa was motivated to do more and ran for Congress, flipping a long-time Republican-held seat and helping Democrats retake the majority in the U.S. House of Representatives. Elissa was re-elected to the House in 2020 on the same ticket as President Trump, and then again in 2022. In November 2024, Elissa was elected to serve Michigan in the U.S. Senate, succeeding Debbie Stabenow, and was one of four Democrats to win Senate races in states Donald Trump also won.
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