US President Donald Trump to Promote “Renewal of the American Dream” in Address to Congress

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump will promise a “renewal of the American dream” on Tuesday in his first address to Congress since returning to office, laying out a vision of extended presidential power and a reshaped world order.

Radical Reforms in First Six Weeks

The Republican president’s speech comes after a whirlwind first six weeks in office, in which the US has been roiled by a radical bid led by billionaire Trump adviser Elon Musk to overhaul the federal government by closing down agencies and firing many workers.

The 78-year-old Trump has also caused turmoil on the global stage, pausing military aid for Ukraine as he pivots toward Russia, vowing to “own” Gaza and unleashing tariffs against US allies.

Four Areas of Focus

Fox News, the administration’s preferred outlet, said Trump would cover four areas in his address: his second term’s achievements so far at home and abroad, the economy, a push for Congress to pass border funding, and Trump’s plans for “peace around the globe”.

“President Trump is the greatest orator we’ve ever had in the Oval Office. Every time he’s done one of these addresses, Americans have been overwhelmingly blown away,” his deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller told reporters on Monday.

“It’s an opportunity for President Trump, as only he can, to lay out the last month of record-setting, record-breaking unprecedented achievements and accomplishments that have made this the most successful opening to any presidency”.

Economic Pressure

Trump’s address at the US Capitol comes just over four years after his supporters stormed the building following his 2020 election defeat.

Trump is likely to strike a triumphant tone as he returns to a Republican-controlled Congress, determined to exert more executive power than any president in decades.

Trump, who notoriously painted a picture of “American carnage” when he was inaugurated for his first term, is expected to tout the record blitz of executive orders he has signed since his return to the White House.

A New World Order

Together with Musk, Trump has shown his intent to push through his “Make America Great Again” agenda – even if it means testing the constitutional limits of his authority or straining ties with allies.

Trump has moved to unilaterally dismantle federal agencies, fired thousands of government workers, ended diversity programmes, and begun holding undocumented migrants at the US military base at Guantanamo Bay in Cuba as part of his crackdown on foreigners without papers.

On the world stage, Trump will discuss his efforts to redefine US foreign policy.

He said on Monday that he would “let you know” during the speech about progress towards resolving the Ukraine conflict, after freezing military aid to Kyiv and stunning the world by starting talks with Russia’s President Vladimir Putin.

Conclusion

Trump’s speech will be a significant moment in his presidency, as he seeks to assert his authority and promote his vision for the country. The address will be closely watched by domestic and international audiences alike, and is likely to set the tone for the remainder of his second term.

FAQs

Q: What is the theme of the speech?

A: The theme of the speech is “the renewal of the American dream”.

Q: What are the four areas of focus for the speech?

A: The four areas of focus are the president’s second term’s achievements so far at home and abroad, the economy, a push for Congress to pass border funding, and Trump’s plans for “peace around the globe”.

Q: Will Elon Musk attend the speech?

A: Yes, Elon Musk will reportedly attend the joint session of the House and Senate.

Q: What are the key issues facing the president?

A: The key issues facing the president include the economy, inflation, and the Ukraine conflict.