The longest ever State of the Union address left a lot to unpack.

President Donald Trump's delivery of the traditional annual address to Congress fell on Feb. 24 and lasted 1 hour and 48 minutes. It was brimming with accolades for himself and insults for opponents as Trump touted his economic and immigration policies. That despite headwinds from the Supreme Court's ruling against his use of tariffs and popular disapproval over immigration enforcement that has led to the killing of U.S. citizens.

The event included moments of protest, recognition of Americans' achievements and the uttering of enough exaggerations and falsehoods to keep fact-checkers heavily engaged.

But what, if anything, will be remembered from the speech? Will there be lasting effects, such as changes in policy or even attitudes?

For such answers we went to you, our USA TODAY readers. We invited you to send us your impressions of the speech. And we asked questions such as: Did the address change your opinion of Trump? Did it affect how you felt about the state of our union? And will it make you more or less likely to vote in the midterm elections?

You can read a collection of those responses in the Forum feature below. Look for more opportunities to weigh in at usatoday.com/forum, or drop us a note at forum@usatoday.com.

I'm not afraid of immigrants, but I am ashamed of Trump

I watched the entire State of the Union address. It was filled with false statements. I think less of President Donald Trump every time I hear him speak. I am saddened the Republican Party supports him instead of holding him accountable to the truth. It won't affect my plans to vote in the midterm elections, which I was going to do regardless.

Trump should have actually discussed affordability in real statements. It is a national issue – not an issue just from Democrats. What about Ukraine? What about the Jeffrey Epstein files? It was a shameful deflection, putting all woes on former President Joe Biden. I didn't care for Biden but let it go.

I am ashamed he is supported by so many people. He does not meet the standard of a U.S. president. There's no dignity. It's just all about him. No party should be behind this man.

What needs to be talked about and addressed is affordability for Americans. Prices are high and not truly going down in a meaningful manner. I live in Michigan. Electricity bills and natural gas are higher than any time in my lifetime, and I keep my home at 68 degrees.

Armed men in Immigration and Customs Enforcement are members of goon squads. It's unprofessional conduct beyond words. Two American citizens were fatally shot in the streets with false justifications that were typical administration propaganda. Rapists and murderers from foreign countries aren't roaming the streets of Michigan in large numbers. It's lies on top of lies. I'm not scared of immigrants.

No change, I was planning to vote in the midterms regardless.

— Susan Havelka, Michigan

State of the Union made me proud

I watched the entire speech. It was refreshingly American. Trump honored many Americans. And the speech demonstrated the hatred of Democrats for America.

In terms of whether it affected my likelihood to vote in the midterms, it did not. I do plan to vote.

The speech in general made me more proud and respectful of our president.

As for the most important things we are facing as Americans, I would say misuse of government funds; namely fraud, and illegal aliens getting U.S. benefits.

— Paul Fulkerson, New Mexico

I like that President Trump is closing the border

Trump's speech had no effect my plans to vote in the midterms, which I would have done, regardless. It did show he is getting things done and not just talking about it.

I have a more positive view since the address. He reminded me of everything he is doing. I like that he closed the border and is concentrating on fentanyl.

The deficit is my biggest concern. Things have to be cut in order to start balancing the budget. There has to be pain, and we need to accept it.

— Albert Edwards, California

Dismissing allies, focusing on self-interest

I watched highlights of the speech online. It was full of hyperbole, exaggerations and other ego-driven bull. It has no affect on my plan to vote in the midterms, which I intend to do.

Trump mostly babbled on about things that were blatantly false or greatly exaggerated. He didn't even make an effort to unite the country and continued his divisive rhetoric. He also clearly exploited the U.S. hockey team to bolster himself.

The address did not change my mind about Trump. The man is still a complete buffoon, and his incoherent, disjointed speech just solidified it further.

The biggest issue facing America today is is Trump himself, full stop. He is blatantly abusing executive power, resulting in civil rights violations and other atrocities. ICE continues to harm American citizens and faces little, if any, consequences. His tariffs have harmed the American economy for the foreseeable future, and he has flagrantly exploited the system in ways that have made him wealthier since taking office, something that should not be allowed to happen.

Congress and the Supreme Court have failed to provide the checks and balances necessary for a properly functioning government. Internationally, the reputation of the United States has become overwhelmingly negative as Trump dismisses allies and focuses only on his self‑interest. The entire debacle surrounding Greenland should be a stain on Trump's legacy, as he is likely to be remembered by history books as a petulant narcissist.

— Jonatan Lefler, Utah

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