President Donald Trump delivered a combative and defensive speech, defending his economic record while blaming Democrats for the economic challenges happening under his administration.
During the nearly 20-minute address, a visibly agitated Trump bashed the Biden administration on immigration, crime and the economy — a key concern for Americans, according to recent polls. He mentioned the word “affordability” — which he once derided as a Democratic hoax — to blame his predecessor for high prices.
President Donald Trump addressed the nation on Wednesday night to tout his first year in office — airing familiar grievances against the Biden administration in harsh political rhetoric, touting signs of what he called an improving economy and announcing a bonus to U.S. service members he said will be paid for by his controversial tariff policies.
“Eleven months ago, I inherited a mess, and I’m fixing it,” he said.
“After just one year, we have achieved more than anyone could have imagined,” Trump said.
Trump said more than 1.4 million military service members will receive a “warrior dividend” — a $1,776 check.
