Trump speech to Congress: Trump airs familiar grievances in address before Congress

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Last updated: Wednesday, March 5, 2025 4:56AM GMT
Trump defends tariffs, government cuts in address to divided Congress
The president touted the moves his administration has made in his first weeks in office, touching on tariffs, the war in Ukraine and the border.

President Donald Trump addressed a joint session of Congress on Tuesday night, six weeks into his historic return to the White House.

During the speech, Trump said "America is back" and defended the tariffs on key U.S. trading partners. He touched on immigration and the mineral deal with Ukraine, but neglected to go into detail on his economic plan. The speech was also met with protests and disruptions from Democrats.

Mar 05, 2025, 4:48 AM

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President Donald Trump addresses a joint session of Congress at the Capitol in Washington, Tuesday, March 4, 2025.
President Donald Trump addresses a joint session of Congress at the Capitol in Washington, Tuesday, March 4, 2025.
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Mar 05, 2025, 2:49 AM GMT

Trump touts ban on transgender athletes

Trump touted his executive order banning transgender athletes from women's sports.

Attending the speech was Peyton McNabb, who Trump said was a former high school athlete.

"But when her girls' volleyball match was invaded by a male, he smashed the ball so hard in Peyton's face, causing a traumatic brain injury, partially paralyzing her right side and ending her athletic career," Trump said.

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Mar 05, 2025, 2:57 AM GMT

Trump touts DOGE, calls out Musk by name

As Trump turned to talking about the Department of Government Efficiency, the camera panned to Elon Musk standing in the House gallery. Trump then called him out by name and praised his work so far. Republicans gave Musk a hefty round of applause.

Elon Musk arrives for US President Donald Trump's address to a joint session of Congress in the House Chamber of the US Capitol in Washington, DC, on March 4, 2025.
Elon Musk arrives for US President Donald Trump's address to a joint session of Congress in the House Chamber of the US Capitol in Washington, DC, on March 4, 2025.
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Mar 05, 2025, 2:48 AM GMT

Some members leave address in protest

Some members exit the chamber while Trump is speaking. At least one was seen sporting a black t-shirt reading "RESIST" on the back.

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Mar 05, 2025, 2:44 AM GMT

Trump puts blame on Biden over egg prices

Trump brought up rising egg prices, promising to tackle the issue, but didn't give any details on a plan.

Instead he continued to blame Biden over the rising prices.