#TrumpCongressSpeech

On March 4, 2025, President Donald Trump delivered a historic address to a joint session of Congress, marking his fifth such speech. The address lasted 1 hour and 40 minutes, making it the longest in recent history.  Trump highlighted his administration’s achievements, including the signing of nearly 100 executive orders and withdrawing from international agreements like the Paris Climate Accord and the World Health Organization.  He proposed significant tariffs on major trading partners such as Mexico, Canada, and China, aiming to bolster American industries.  The President praised Elon Musk’s role in streamlining government operations, announcing the establishment of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) under Musk’s leadership.  The speech was met with mixed reactions; while Republicans applauded, many Democrats jeered, protested, and some walked out in dissent.  Notably, Democratic Representative Al Green was removed from the chamber after interrupting the address.  The event underscored the deep partisan divide in the nation.