Michigan Sen. Elissa Slotkin to deliver Democratic response to Trump's joint address to Congress

Washington — Sen. Elissa Slotkin of Michigan will deliver the Democratic response to President Trump's joint address to Congress next week, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer announced Thursday. 

"Nothing short of a rising star in our party — she's dedicated her life to our country," Schumer said in a post on X announcing the move. "She will layout the fight to tackle the deep challenges we face and chart a path forward."

The president is set to speak before House and Senate lawmakers on Tuesday, March 4.