#TrumpCongressSpeech
Here are seven key takeaways from Donald Trump's speech to the US Congress:
Crackdown on Federal Workforce – Trump criticized government inefficiency, citing Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency ($DOGE
) while highlighting cases of waste and fraud.
Hardline Immigration Stance – He pushed strong nativist rhetoric, portraying immigrants as contributors to crime, disease, and social disorder.
Limited Focus on Ukraine and Gaza – Trump briefly mentioned his role in securing the release of US citizens held by Hamas but largely downplayed global conflicts.
Democrats’ Weak Response – While initial Democratic protests were loud, their reaction lost momentum after the expulsion of Representative Al Green.
Support for Tariffs – Trump doubled down on tariffs, proposing new ones on Canada, Mexico, and China.
Inflation and Economic Plans – He claimed that fixing the economy and helping working families remained top priorities.
Capture of Kabul Airport Bomber – Trump announced that the US had apprehended the terrorist responsible for the 2021 attack that killed 13 American soldiers during the Afghanistan withdrawal.