On March 4, 2025, President Donald Trump delivered a nearly two-hour address to a joint session of Congress, marking six weeks into his second term. He declared "America is back," highlighting his administration's "common sense revolution" and celebrating the end of divisive diversity, equity, and inclusion policies. Trump also praised Elon Musk's cost-cutting measures within the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), despite controversies surrounding Musk's federal contracts. He announced tariffs on China, Canada, and Mexico, signaling readiness for a trade war, which raised concerns about potential economic repercussions. The speech's partisan tone was evident as Republicans applauded enthusiastically, while many Democrats walked out in protest, underscoring the nation's deep political divide. Trump's address also included attacks on Democrats, particularly former President Joe Biden, and reiterated his hardline stances on immigration and social issues, aiming to energize his base while alienating opponents.
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