Trump’s Bold Address at WEF: A New Golden Age for America
In his first major international address since being sworn in as the 47th President of the United States, Donald J. Trump spoke to the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos Switzlerland on Thursday, describing the past few days as “truly historic.” Fresh off a whirlwind of executive actions, Trump painted a picture of America entering a “golden age,” following what he claimed was a “massive mandate” from the American electorate.
One of the most direct hits was President Trump telling the world to stop de-banking his supporters:
Here’s what President Trump highlighted in his address:
- Economic Recovery: Trump criticized the economic policies of the previous administration, pointing to an eight trillion dollar deficit and rampant inflation as key issues. He declared, “From the moment I took office, I’ve taken rapid action to reverse each and every one of these radical left policies that created this calamity,” promising immediate action against economic chaos. He said, “The recent presidential election was won by millions of votes and all seven swing states. It was a massive mandate from the American people.”
- Energy Independence and Deregulation: He announced aggressive moves like federal hiring and regulation freezes, the termination of the “Green New Deal” (which he labeled a “scam”), and declared a “National Energy Emergency” to utilize America’s abundant oil and gas resources. Trump aimed to establish the U.S. as a leader in manufacturing and AI, asserting, “We’re going to use it.” He also noted, “I declared a national energy emergency and it’s so important.”
- Taxation and Regulatory Relief: Promising the “largest tax cut in American history,” Trump spoke of tax reductions for workers, families, and domestic producers, coupled with a massive deregulation push to alleviate regulatory burdens on American households. He proclaimed, “We’re gonna have the lowest, just about the lowest rate… the 15 is about as low as it gets.”
- Border Security: Addressing issues at the U.S.-Mexico border, Trump declared an emergency to halt illegal entries, deploying military support to secure the border, describing the situation as an “invasion.” He stated, “I decided and declared… a national emergency on our border immediately halted all entry of illegal border crossers.”
- Cultural and Legal Policies: His speech included mentions of executive actions to combat government censorship and the politicization of law enforcement, advocating for a merit-based society and traditional gender roles in sports. Trump said, “No longer will our government label the speech of our own citizens as misinformation or disinformation.”
- International Affairs: Trump touched on global relations, critiquing NATO allies for inadequate defense spending and discussing efforts towards peace in the Middle East and Ukraine. He called for a ceasefire in Ukraine, emphasizing the human cost of the conflict, saying, “This is a war that should have never started.”
- Anticipated Events: Looking forward, Trump highlighted future national celebrations like America’s 250th anniversary, the World Cup, and the Olympics, positioning these as opportunities to showcase his administration’s achievements. He mentioned, “Next year, we have the 250th anniversary of America’s founding. I’m so honored to be president during that.”
Trump’s speech was delivered with his signature directness and self-assuredness, including comments on reducing oil prices with Saudi Arabia and OPEC to potentially end conflicts like the one in Ukraine. His address was not merely about policy announcements but also about setting an optimistic tone for economic confidence, claiming a surge in business optimism and foreign investments since his election. He noted, “Already, American economic confidence is soaring like we haven’t seen in many, many decades, maybe not at all.”
Speaking to global leaders at the WEF, Trump’s speech underscored his intention to continue his aggressive, action-oriented approach from his previous term, signaling a robust challenge to both domestic and international norms with a call for a “revolution of Common Sense.”