Washington D. C. is destroyed by a nuclear weapon during the State of the Union Address. The enemy has attacked when America is most vulnerable. However one cabinet member is required to be in a secure location to ensure the rules of succession to the presidency. Meet Lewis MacDonald, a devout family man and Christian who will trust his conscience and his faith in the Lord. His beautiful wife Beverly has always been his guiding light along with his adopted children. Will he be able to lead America to victory? But first he must inspire America. A host of characters pave the way to the exciting conclusion. A feel good, down to earth story about a very special family. So get ready to be inspired, fasten your seatbelt for the roller coaster ride that is the State of the Union.

Jessie Roland is a Vietnam Veteran and spent eight years in the U.S. Army. He served in Special Forces as a Captain. He lives in Colquitt, Georgia. The State of the Union is his first novel.