All networks reported at noon that President Trump delivered the State of the Union address on Tuesday. NHK reported that the theme of this year’s address was “the great American comeback” and quoted President Trump as saying: “Jobs are booming, incomes are soaring, poverty is plummeting, crime is falling, confidence is surging, and our country is thriving and highly respected again!… In just 3 short years, we have shattered the mentality of American decline, and we have rejected the downsizing of America’s destiny. We are moving forward at a pace that was unimaginable just a short time ago, and we are never going back!” The network opined that the President was keenly aware of his supporters and emphasized his own achievements in domestic politics, foreign affairs, and security. According to NHK, the President conveyed positive messages to the public in order to win wider support for his reelection bid amid the likelihood that he will be acquitted in the impeachment trial.