#TrumpCongressSpeech

Here are the seven key takeaways from Donald Trump’s speech to the US Congress:

1. Crackdown on Federal Workforce – Trump criticized government inefficiency, citing Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) while highlighting examples of waste and fraud.

2. Hardline Immigration Stance – He reinforced nativist themes, portraying immigrants as contributors to crime, disease, and disorder.

3. Limited Focus on Ukraine and Gaza – Trump briefly mentioned his role in securing the release of US citizens held by Hamas but largely avoided discussing global conflicts.

4. Democrats' Weak Response – While initial protests were loud, Democratic opposition fizzled after the expulsion of Representative Al Green.

5. Push for Tariffs – Trump reiterated his commitment to tariffs, proposing new ones on Canada, Mexico, and China.

6. Economic and Inflation Plans – He claimed that fixing the economy and supporting working families were his top priorities.

7. Capture of Kabul Airport Bomber – Trump announced that the US had apprehended the terrorist responsible for the 2021 attack that killed 13 soldiers during the Afghanistan withdrawal.