Former President Donald Trump delivered a speech to the US Congress on Tuesday, boasting about his administration's accomplishments and outlining ambitious plans for the future. Trump claimed that his administration had "accomplished more in 43 days than most administrations accomplish in four years or eight years," setting the tone for a speech filled with familiar themes and bold assertions.
Trump addressed a range of topics, from immigration to international relations. He called for a massive crackdown on undocumented immigrants, reiterating a stance that has been a cornerstone of his political agenda. Furthermore, he praised the Abraham Accords, highlighting the significance of the agreements that normalized ties between several Arab countries and Israel. Trump expressed his desire to secure further agreements to strengthen these diplomatic ties.
The former president also touched upon national security, revealing his aspiration to build an Israel-style missile defense shield over the United States. Additionally, Trump repeated his controversial desire to take control of Greenland and the Panama Canal, illustrating his vision for strategic territorial expansion.
In terms of foreign policy achievements, Trump highlighted his administration's success in securing the release of US citizens held captive by Hamas in Gaza. He also announced the capture of "the top terrorist responsible" for the suicide bombing that killed 13 soldiers during the 2021 withdrawal from Afghanistan, emphasizing his administration's commitment to justice.
On economic matters, Trump took pride in bringing balance to US trade relations through the implementation of tariffs. He argued that other countries have long employed tariffs against the United States, and it is now America's turn to reciprocate.
"Whatever they tariff us, we tariff them. Whatever they tax us, we tax them." – Donald Trump
He warned businesses that if they do not manufacture their products in America, they will face tariffs, potentially large ones.
"If you don't make your product in America … you will pay a tariff and, in some cases, a rather large one." – Donald Trump
Turning to domestic issues, Trump criticized former President Joe Biden for the soaring price of eggs. He claimed that egg prices are out of control and assured that his administration is actively working to address the issue.
"Joe Biden especially let the price of eggs get out of control. The egg prices [are] out of control, and we’re working hard to get it back down." – Donald Trump
To tackle this problem, Trump announced plans to invest $1 billion in efforts to control egg prices, demonstrating his commitment to stabilizing essential goods for Americans.
Trump's speech also touched on international conflict resolution. He expressed hope for an end to the ongoing war in Ukraine, signaling a desire for peace amid global tensions.
Throughout his address, Trump maintained a confident tone, asserting that any turbulence resulting from his policies would be manageable.
"There'll be a little disturbance, but we're OK with that. It won't be much." – Donald Trump
