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The Hill's 12:30 Report: State of the Union takeaways | Sights and sounds from the night | Gillibrand becomes a meme | Bernie, AOC react to Trump on socialism | Bipartisan moments | Virginia attorney general admits he wore blackface | Intel panel postpones Cohen testimony | Trump plans first 2019 rally for El Paso | Professional rugby coming to DC

STATE OF THE UNION TAKEAWAYS

Break it down now!:

Overall, it was a pretty action-packed night. Via The Hill's Niall Stanage, here are six takeaways:

Trump lashed out at investigations. His address involved some effort to reach out, some red meat. Trump and Democratic women tangled in a viral moment Trump didn't acknowledge Pelosi 2020 Democrats competed to show their disdain The nation was divided before and after the speech.

Context and details for each: http://bit.ly/2DbYjsZ

HOW TRUMP VEERED BETWEEN COMITY AND CONFRONTATION: http://bit.ly/2DguTtC

A NEW WHITE HOUSE-CONGRESS DYNAMIC: The article begins, "It was an end-zone dance right in front of Donald Trump's face." Full piece: http://bit.ly/2ULSOII

It's a buzzy Wednesday in D.C. I'm Cate Martel with a quick recap of the morning and what's coming up. Send comments, story ideas and events for our radar to cmartel@thehill.com -- and follow along on Twitter @CateMartel and Facebook .

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SIGHTS AND SOUNDS FROM LAST NIGHT

PHOTO OF THE NIGHT:

OMG you guys -- there's video!: It's just as awkward and funny as the photo. Watch: http://bit.ly/2GbBx8t

This morning – reaction from Pelosi's daughter: Christine Pelosi tweeted, "#waybackwednesday - oh yes that clap took me back to the teen years. She knows. And she knows that you know. And frankly she's disappointed that you thought this would work. But here's a clap. #youtriedit" http://bit.ly/2I46nSq

BEFORE THE ADDRESS:

Spotted at Trump International Hotel before the address: Donald Trump Jr. Don John Trump'Tiger King' star Joe Exotic requests pardon from Trump: 'Be my hero please' Zaid Jilani discusses Trump's move to cancel racial sensitivity training at federal agencies Trump International Hotel in Vancouver closes permanently MORE, Kimberly Guilfoyle, Charlie Kirk and Sen. Rand Paul Randal (Rand) Howard PaulSecond GOP senator to quarantine after exposure to coronavirus GOP senator to quarantine after coronavirus exposure The Hill's Morning Report - Sponsored by National Industries for the Blind - Trump seeks to flip 'Rage' narrative; Dems block COVID-19 bill MORE (R-Ky.). http://bit.ly/2DUQ1Hj

D.C. red carpet: Here's a photo of Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh Brett Michael KavanaughGraham: GOP will confirm Trump's Supreme Court nominee before the election Tumultuous court battle upends fight for Senate Fox's Napolitano: Supreme Court confirmation hearings will be 'World War III of political battles' MORE arriving with his wife: http://bit.ly/2BlY1ja

Photo of Trump's limo waiting outside the White House: That's a beautiful angle: http://bit.ly/2BoeQd5 And video of Trump leaving: http://bit.ly/2Sv0ykD

How to get a good seat at the address -- respect: "[Rep. Billy Long William (Billy) H. LongMissouri Rep. Billy Long wins GOP primary The Hill's Coronavirus Report: GoDaddy CEO Aman Bhutani says DC policymakers need to do more to support ventures and 'solo-preneurs'; Federal unemployment benefits expire as coronavirus deal-making deadlocks Lawmaker says he urged Pelosi to auction ripped up speech for charity MORE (R-Mo.)], who was in his aisle seat when I got to the Capitol at noon, is still here, 9 hours later." Well done, sir. http://bit.ly/2MYIPx7

Tidbit about the Pences: "While Mike Pence Michael (Mike) Richard PenceGardner signals support for taking up Supreme Court nominee this year Biden leads Trump by 12 points among Catholic voters: poll GOP brushes back charges of hypocrisy in Supreme Court fight MORE will be seated behind the president, his brother Greg Pence Gregory Joseph PenceRepublican lawmaker Greg Pence criticized for co-ownership of store selling racist antiques The Hill's Coronavirus Report: Cure Violence Global founder Gary Slutkin says violence and epidemics follow same patterns; Global death toll surpasses half a million House GOP lawmakers defy new mask requirement MORE, now a freshman Rep. will be on the floor watching." http://bit.ly/2GqgK0h

Meanwhile outside the Capitol: Here are protesters gathered outside. Photos: http://bit.ly/2Txa6Je

The designated survivor: Energy Secretary Rick Perry Rick PerryOVERNIGHT ENERGY: Democrats push resolution to battle climate change, sluggish economy and racial injustice | Senators reach compromise on greenhouse gas amendment stalling energy bill | Trump courts Florida voters with offshore drilling moratorium OVERNIGHT ENERGY: Trump signs major conservation bill into law | Senate votes to confirm Energy's No. 2 official | Trump Jr. expresses opposition to Pebble Mine project Senate votes to confirm Energy's No. 2 official MORE. For fun, here's a throwback of Perry DJing on "Dancing with the Stars." Watch: http://bit.ly/2UHjxWF

I love watching interactions before the address: Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.) chatted with Sen. Mitt Romney Willard (Mitt) Mitt RomneyGraham: GOP will confirm Trump's Supreme Court nominee before the election Gardner signals support for taking up Supreme Court nominee this year Grassley, Ernst pledge to 'evaluate' Trump's Supreme Court nominee MORE (R-Utah). Rep. Greg Walden Gregory (Greg) Paul WaldenTrump order on drug prices faces long road to finish line Ignore the misinformation: The FDA will ensure the safety of any COVID-19 vaccine Hillicon Valley: Trump backs potential Microsoft, TikTok deal, sets September deadline | House Republicans request classified TikTok briefing | Facebook labels manipulated Pelosi video MORE (R-Ore.) high-fived Sen. Krysten Sinema Kyrsten SinemaReplacing Justice Ginsburg could depend on Arizona's next senator Why Trump, GOP are running into trouble in Arizona Gun control group to spend at least million in Arizona ahead of November MORE (D-Ariz.).

DURING THE ADDRESS:

Who was paying the most attention during the address -- not who you think: "The deepest concentration in the House Chamber can be found with the man operating the crane camera, diligently panning." (Via Roll Call's Kellie Mejdrich) http://bit.ly/2t6VHrF

Tidbit -- Pelosi was supposed to intro Trump: "I'm told Speaker Pelosi was planning to introduce the president before his #SOTU address (just like Paul Ryan Paul Davis RyanKenosha will be a good bellwether in 2020 At indoor rally, Pence says election runs through Wisconsin Juan Williams: Breaking down the debates MORE did in 2018.) But Trump blew right through it." (Via The Hill's Melanie Zanona) http://bit.ly/2HX5WJg

^ According to the C-SPAN mic: Trump said to Pelosi, "Hi Nancy. How are you? Nice to see you." http://bit.ly/2ULLNHP

Something you may not have noticed -- a person fainted toward the end of the address: "Two GOP docs -- Roger Marshall Roger W. MarshallThe Hill's Morning Report - Sponsored by National Industries for the Blind - VP nominee Harris, VP Pence crisscross Wisconsin today GOP uses debunked theory to downplay COVID-19 death toll Bank lobbying group launches ad backing Collins reelection bid MORE and Phil Roe David (Phil) Phillip RoeDiana Harshbarger wins GOP primary to replace Rep. Phil Roe We need to focus on veterans in need of service dogs Overnight Defense: Trump plan to pull troops from Germany gets bipartisan pushback | Top GOP senator says it's time to look at changing Confederate-named bases | GOP divided over renaming Army bases MORE -- have rushed to their side." http://bit.ly/2I3MF9o

Why so many House Democratic women wore white: https://cnn.it/2HUFMa5 Oops: Tiffany Trump also wore white. Photos and reactions on Twitter: http://bit.ly/2Dgjyd2

Interesting throwback to note: "George W. Bush congratulated Pelosi during SOTU when she became Speaker. No such congratulations from Trump tonight" (Via The Hill's Scott Wong) http://bit.ly/2SgoAkj

What everyone couldn't stop watching: President Trump Donald John TrumpBubba Wallace to be driver of Michael Jordan, Denny Hamlin NASCAR team Graham: GOP will confirm Trump's Supreme Court nominee before the election Southwest Airlines, unions call for six-month extension of government aid MORE's tie was off center and PEOPLE NOTICED. Photo of Trump's tie -- GAH: http://bit.ly/2Date92

^ Hahahaha: "The vice president has very few constitutional responsibilities, but one of them is telling the president to fix his tie and jacket." (Via Politico's Steven Shepard) http://bit.ly/2HQG55M

Bernie looks like he's having ... FUN: Sen. Bernie Sanders Bernie SandersJacobin editor: Primarying Schumer would force him to fight Trump's SCOTUS nominee Trump campaign plays up Biden's skills ahead of Cleveland debate: 'He's actually quite good' Young voters backing Biden by 2:1 margin: poll MORE (I-Vt.) looks like he's going to burst with anger. Video of him fidgeting midway through the speech -- can you feel that bern?: http://bit.ly/2DimAxo

Best tie of the night: http://bit.ly/2t61EVM

'He doesn't even go here!': "Alex Mooney Alexander (Alex) Xavier MooneyHouse GOP lawmakers urge Senate to confirm Vought Overnight Defense: House passes bills to rein in Trump on Iran | Pentagon seeks Iraq's permission to deploy missile defenses | Roberts refuses to read Paul question on whistleblower during impeachment trial Here are the lawmakers who defected on Iran legislation MORE, the West Virginia Republican, is the lone R sitting in the middle of the Democratic section. When he stands up, it's quite noticeable with the Dems seated." Oh and: "Also sitting in a row full of senators. How'd he end up way over there?" http://bit.ly/2Genxuu

Did you notice that Pelosi kept checking her copy of the speech?: The Washington Post's Robert Costa with the right comparison: "Speaker Pelosi is looking at her copy of the speech in the same way a longtime teacher looks at late homework." http://bit.ly/2TyuOsj

When Trump said America would "never be a socialist country": Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Alexandria Ocasio-CortezThe Memo: Dems face balancing act on SCOTUS fight Ocasio-Cortez hits back at Marjorie Taylor Greene over 'dumb blonde' joke on Twitter Ocasio-Cortez to voters: Tell McConnell 'he is playing with fire' with Ginsburg's seat MORE (D-N.Y.) had a big smile. Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) looked unenthused. Photo: http://bit.ly/2GsWHOA

^ First Dem to stand at that socialism line: Senate Minority Leader Charles Schumer Chuck SchumerJacobin editor: Primarying Schumer would force him to fight Trump's SCOTUS nominee CNN's Toobin: Democrats are 'wimps' who won't 'have the guts' to add Supreme Court seats Republican senator says plans to confirm justice before election 'completely consistent with the precedent' MORE (D-N.Y.). http://bit.ly/2DatvsG

Lol: "Democrats watching Trump (a series)." Photos -- they're pretty funny together: http://bit.ly/2HYENps

FEEL GOOD MOMENTS:

One of the most heartwarming parts: The entire chamber sang "Happy Birthday" to a man who survived both the Holocaust and the shooting at a Pittsburgh synagogue. The man then yelled, "Thank you!" Trump then joked: "They wouldn't do that for me, Judah." Watch: http://bit.ly/2DY0kL7

^ Context from NBC's Kasie Hunt: "That hasn't happened in the...10 or so years I have been attending these speeches. Can't say it's never happened but let's just say I would be floored if it had." http://bit.ly/2SbCCDR

Trump noted the record number of women in Congress: "Exactly one century after Congress passed the constitutional Amendment giving women the right to vote, we also have more women serving in Congress than ever before." Female lawmakers then cheered chanted "USA!"-- watch: http://bit.ly/2TyrA8c

^ Trump then joked to the female lawmakers cheering: "You weren't supposed to do that!" http://bit.ly/2MWisYE

What to know about the Democratic response from Stacey Abrams: http://bit.ly/2RJ2TUI

WHO BECAME MEMES LAST NIGHT:

Getting traction -- this meme applies to me daily: Here's a brief video of Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand Kirsten GillibrandSunday shows preview: Justice Ginsburg dies, sparking partisan battle over vacancy before election Suburban moms are going to decide the 2020 election Jon Stewart urges Congress to help veterans exposed to burn pits MORE (D-N.Y.) rolling her eyes at the address. Watch: http://bit.ly/2HWWOnZ

^That didn't take long. Gillibrand immediately used this meme to fundraise: http://bit.ly/2HYDOWi

CNN's slow-zoom of AOC is an extremely useful gif: The look on Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's (D-N.Y.) face. Watch: http://bit.ly/2t6Z6Xt

^ If you're curious about AOC's pin: It is of "Jakelin Caal, the Guatemalan child who died in custody of [U.S. Customs and Border Protection.]" http://bit.ly/2Tzkbpf

Raise the roof: Politico's Melanie Zanona tweeted, "Just told [Rep. Annie Kuster (D-N.H.)] that her raise-the-roof moment was turned into a meme/went viral.. and she was thrilled! The meme: http://bit.ly/2BomSTh

REACTIONS THIS MORNING

From Sen. Mitt Romney (R-Utah): Romney praised Trump's address. In Romney's words: "The president's speech was strong, well-delivered, and appealed to our patriotism and common values as Americans." Romney's full comments: http://bit.ly/2UJ1Vtt

AOC on Trump's socialism remarks: "I thought it was great. I think he's scared," Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) told reporters when asked about Trump's remarks. "He sees that everything is closing in on him and he knows that he's losing the battle of public opinion." http://bit.ly/2MS98F3

How State of the Union addresses have just become 'applause-fests': http://bit.ly/2DnWklB

NEWS THIS MORNING

2 breaking updates -- What is going ON in Virginia?!:

First -- Virginia's AG admits he wore blackface:

Virginia Attorney General Mark Herring (D) just admitted to wearing blackface to a party when he was in college. From Herring's statement: "In 1980, when I was a 19-year old undergraduate in college, some friends suggested we attend a party dressed like rappers we listened to at the time, like Kurtis Blow, and perform a song ... This was a onetime occurrence and I accept full responsibility for my conduct." http://bit.ly/2Gcbluz

Read his full statement: http://bit.ly/2Gefmyz

Second -- Virginia's lieutenant governor is facing his own allegations.

The Washington Post reports, "Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax issued a statement early Monday denying a sexual assault allegation that appeared on the same conservative website that posted a racist photograph from Gov. Ralph Northam's medical school yearbook page." The full story: https://wapo.st/2MTnmFB

MEANWHILE: Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam (D) is trying to stay afloat after a photo with blackface in his medical school yearbook surfaced last week. How Northam is defending himself: https://nyti.ms/2TA9CCi

SO...: Virginia's governor, lieutenant governor and attorney general are all embroiled in major controversies.

John Dingell John DingellRaces heat up for House leadership posts Democrats flubbed opportunity to capitalize on postal delays COVID-19 bill limiting liability would strike the wrong balance MORE is in ailing health:

Former Rep. John Dingell (D-Mich.) has "entered a new phase," according to his wife, Rep. Debbie Dingell Deborah (Debbie) Ann DingellRaces heat up for House leadership posts Michigan Rep. Debbie Dingell easily wins House primary Court orders release of Black Michigan teen who was jailed for missing schoolwork MORE (D-Mich.) She tweeted: "Friends and colleagues know me and know I would be in Washington right now unless something was up. I am home with John and we have entered a new phase. He is my love and we have been a team for nearly 40 years ... I will be taking each day as it comes. We thank people for their friendship and support and ask for prayers and privacy during this difficult time." http://bit.ly/2HTa8db

REACTION FROM REP. HAKEEM JEFFRIES (D-N.Y.) -- AGREED, HE IS AN INCREDIBLE TWEETER: Jeffries told reporters, "He will go down in history as one of the most impactful members of the United States Congress ... And he's a great tweeter as well." http://bit.ly/2RJryIH

Back to the season where I can't get The Rolling Stone's 'You Can't Always Get What You Want' out of my head :/

Throwback to 2016 --> http://bit.ly/2GrVl6X

This morning, President Trump announced his first presidential reelection campaign rally of 2019. Where: El Paso, Texas. When: Feb. 11. http://bit.ly/2GbZCvW

ANOTHER 2020 ANNOUNCEMENT COMING THIS WEEKEND?: Sen. Amy Klobuchar Amy KlobucharBattle lines drawn on precedent in Supreme Court fight Sunday shows - Ruth Bader Ginsburg's death dominates Klobuchar: GOP can't use 'raw political power right in middle of an election' MORE (D-Minn.) said she will announce on Sunday whether she is running. Where she will make her announcement: Minneapolis. https://nbcnews.to/2DaR5W8

A new D.C. sports team to put our hopes and dreams:

Via The Washington Post's Jacob Bogage, a professional rugby team is coming to Washington, D.C. The name: Old Glory D.C. Rugby Club. What to know: https://wapo.st/2t93OUQ

How the organization is preparing: "Old Glory will spend the 2019 season hosting skills combines and tryouts and playing exhibition matches. It will play its first regular season schedule in 2020 as teams from Boston and Atlanta also enter the league. Toronto and New York teams are set to join for the 2019 season."

LATEST WITH THE RUSSIA INVESTIGATION

That's a later problem:

This morning, the House Intelligence Committee abruptly postponed Friday's scheduled testimony from President Trump's former personal lawyer Michael Cohen until Feb. 28. Why: It's unclear. A brief statement said, "In the interests of the investigation, Michael Cohen's testimony has been postponed until February 28th." http://bit.ly/2TAp7tI

KEEP IN MIND: Michael Cohen must report for his prison sentence on March 6.

TIDBIT -- OH HELLO THERE, Devin Nunes Devin Gerald NunesSunday shows preview: Justice Ginsburg dies, sparking partisan battle over vacancy before election Sunday shows preview: With less than two months to go, race for the White House heats up Sunday shows preview: Republicans gear up for national convention, USPS debate continues in Washington MORE: Rep. Devin Nunes (R-Calif.) told reporters leaving the Intelligence Committee hearing this morning, "You're an embarrassment to yourselves." Keep in mind: Nunes is no longer the chairman of the committee. http://bit.ly/2HV4S8T

MEANWHILE IN THE SPECIAL COUNSEL INVESTIGATION: In recent court filings, special counsel Robert Mueller Robert (Bob) MuellerCNN's Toobin warns McCabe is in 'perilous condition' with emboldened Trump CNN anchor rips Trump over Stone while evoking Clinton-Lynch tarmac meeting The Hill's 12:30 Report: New Hampshire fallout MORE references "uncharged individuals." I.e.: Potentially more indictments could be coming. Details from The Hill's Morgan Chalfant: http://bit.ly/2SgAbjl

IN OTHER NEWS

Interesting fundraising tidbit:

Via The Huffington Post's Amanda Terkel, Sen. Susan Collins Susan Margaret CollinsGraham: GOP will confirm Trump's Supreme Court nominee before the election Gardner signals support for taking up Supreme Court nominee this year Tumultuous court battle upends fight for Senate MORE (R-Maine) had her strongest fundraising quarter in the end of 2018. The interesting part: She raised more money from supporters of then-Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh than she did from supporters in her home state of Maine. For context: She raised $1.8 million in the last quarter, but only $19,000 was from Maine residents. Yeah, but: Contributions of less than $200 were not itemized. http://bit.ly/2t8gP0E

NOTABLE TWEETS

Ahh hahahaha:

The woman next to me on the bus has just mixed herself a gin and tonic. In an antique lowball glass. She had ice in a thermos. AND ICE TONGS. — Kyle Jasmin (@kylejasmin) February 5, 2019

ON TAP

The House and Senate are in. President Trump is in Washington, D.C. Vice President Pence is in Portsmouth, Va., to visit the U.S. Coast Guard Base.

Today: "This feels like the first real day of House Democratic majority... Simultaneous hearings on gun violence, Obamacare (x2!) and climate change (x2!)" (Via Politico's Sarah Ferris) http://bit.ly/2WMCadz

10:30 a.m. EST: Vice President Pence left for Portsmouth, Va.

12:05 p.m. EST: Vice President Pence is receiving a briefing and tour of the U.S. Coast Guard Base Portsmouth.

2–3 p.m. EST: First and last votes in the House. The House's full schedule: http://bit.ly/2Ms1W2e

6:30 p.m. EST: President Trump hosts a dinner with the National Prayer Breakfast host committee and pastors.

7 p.m. EST: The 11th Annual Congressional Hockey Challenge at the Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C. Details and tickets: http://bit.ly/2mJYanx

WHAT TO WATCH

1:30 p.m. EST: President Trump announces the U.S. candidate for World Bank president. Livestream: https://cs.pn/2TuCwDL

1:30 p.m. EST: Vice President Pence speaks to Coast Guard and Homeland Security employees in Portsmouth, Va. He then heads back to Washington, D.C. Livestream: http://bit.ly/2GqM3YJ

3 p.m. EST: President Trump discusses ISIS during remarks at the State Department. Livestream: http://bit.ly/2MTZnWF

7 p.m. EST: Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell holds a town hall meeting. Livestream: https://cs.pn/2HU4MOE

NOW FOR THE FUN STUFF...

Today is National Frozen Yogurt Day -- which is described in "The Good Place" as "a food that people think they enjoy, but it's also kind of a bummer."