Republican lawmakers and allies of Donald Trump appeared to compete Tuesday night to see who could lavish the most praise on the president following his State of the Union address.

Trump’s lie-packed speech — which, at approximately one hour and 48 minutes, is now the longest SOTU on record — was hailed by figures on the political right as “impeccable,” a “MASTERCLASS,” “powerful” and “Trump at his absolute finest.”

Some Trump loyalists said it had been an “honor” to be in attendance.

Others declared his remarks had filled them with pride.

Fox News’ Laura Ingraham, meanwhile, wrote on X, formerly Twitter: “When future historians want to understand how Trump dominated American politics for 12 years, they should watch and read this speech.”

On Ingraham’s prime-time show, she suggested it “could’ve been the best speech he has ever delivered.”

“I’m interested to see perhaps a little bump in the polls,” she added. “But, regardless, any historian who is writing about this presidency has to watch this speech tonight and read it carefully because this to me is one of the best speeches as a State of the Union I’ve heard in probably 20 years.”

Trump’s critics, however, vehemently disagreed with the takes.

.@SpeakerJohnson: "I think it was the best State of the Union speech that I've seen... these are real results, and people are beginning to feel all of this." pic.twitter.com/HU2nldZMMS

Leaving tonight’s State of the Union address filled with pride after so many different Americans were honored by @POTUS. The incredible stories of ordinary Americans are what make our nation extraordinary.

Tonight, President @realDonaldTrump delivered a powerful message.Our economy is roaring back, the border is secure, energy has been unleashed, and peace through strength is restoring stability abroad.America’s comeback will only get STRONGER. 🇺🇸

President Trump gave a great address to the nation this evening. I am looking forward to working with President Trump and my Senate colleagues to continue providing Americans with real results. Our nation is safer, our economy is stronger and our military is the most powerful in…

It was an honor to attend President Trump’s State of the Union where he highlighted the significant results that he has worked with Congress to deliver to the American people including the largest tax cut in history, a secure border, and a peace through strength national security…

This speech was Trump at his absolute finest and may have been his best speech yet — he’s definitely given some bangers over the years though. Exactly the right tone and message he needed ahead of the midterms.

My reaction after tonight’s impeccable speech by @POTUS ⬇️ pic.twitter.com/GBUMO62C9e

That was a MASTERCLASS from @POTUS.His message was crystal clear.To the American people: Your country is safer, stronger, and more prosperous than it was just one year ago.To the world: AMERICA IS BACK. 🇺🇸

Tonight, President Trump delivered a powerful address to the nation as America celebrates its 250th year. Our country is stronger than ever before, and that strength is showing up in results. President Trump did what Washington said was impossible, what the media said would…

Moment of the night: when @POTUS challenged Congress to “stand if you agree the first duty of government is to protect American citizens, not illegal aliens.” The contrast was clear.President Trump is an America First fighter, and a fearless patriot. Proud to call him a friend.

THANK GOD TRUMP WON, folks! If the DEMS had kept the keys, they’d have driven this country to the brink of no return in a rusted-out Prius, windows down, screaming “defund the brakes!” while Kamala tried to parallel-park into Venezuela and Biden napped in the backseat with the…

The Golden Age of America is here.Our future will be bigger, brighter, and stronger than ever before.Thank you, President Trump, for a powerful speech and a clear vision for what’s ahead for America.

If you watched the speech tonight, you know that President Trump has ignited the Great American Comeback.And we’re just getting started. 🇺🇸

When future historians want to understand how Trump dominated American politics for 12 years, they should watch and read this speech.

I’m sorry for the more than 70 Democrats who skipped @POTUS’s State of the Union this evening. They could have learned firsthand what real American leadership looks like in action.

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