Trump’s Speech to Congress: 7 Key Takeaways 🇺🇸
1️⃣ Crackdown on Federal Workforce – Trump criticized government inefficiency, referencing Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) while highlighting waste and fraud.
2️⃣ Hardline Immigration Stance – He reinforced strict immigration policies, framing immigrants as a source of crime, disease, and disorder.
3️⃣ Brief Mentions of Ukraine & Gaza – Trump acknowledged his role in securing the release of U.S. citizens held by Hamas but largely avoided discussing ongoing global conflicts.
4️⃣ Democrats’ Weak Response – Despite initial protests, Democratic opposition lost momentum, particularly after Representative Al Green’s expulsion.
5️⃣ Support for Tariffs – He reiterated his stance on tariffs, proposing new trade restrictions on Canada, Mexico, and China.
6️⃣ Inflation & Economic Plans – Trump vowed to fix the economy and support working families as top priorities.
7️⃣ Capture of Kabul Airport Bomber – He announced that the U.S. had apprehended the terrorist responsible for the 2021 Kabul attack, which killed 13 U.S. soldiers during the Afghanistan withdrawal.
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