President-elect Donald Trump delivers a fiery critique of outgoing President Joe Biden’s administration during his first public speech since Congress certified his election victory. Speaking to an enthusiastic crowd at his Mar-a-Lago residence in Palm Beach, Florida, Trump highlights key issues he plans to address as he prepares to assume the presidency, focusing on economic challenges, energy policies, and what he describes as the failures of Biden’s leadership.
Trump opens his remarks by addressing the economic pressures facing Americans, declaring that “inflation is raging” under Biden’s leadership. He cites rising consumer prices and increased costs for essential goods, claiming these are direct results of what he describes as reckless fiscal policies. Trump accuses the Biden administration of prioritizing government spending over the needs of working families, vowing to restore economic stability and bring down inflation during his term.
Energy policy becomes a central theme of Trump’s speech, with sharp criticism of Biden’s decision to ban offshore drilling. He argues that this move undermines America’s energy independence, increases reliance on foreign oil, and threatens jobs in critical industries. Trump pledges to reverse Biden’s policies and promote domestic energy production, including investments in oil, natural gas, and other fossil fuel resources, to “make America energy dominant again.” He asserts that Biden’s environmental policies are “out of touch” with the needs of average Americans, especially those in energy-producing states.
Trump also addresses what he calls ongoing issues with the electoral process, reiterating concerns about election security. Without providing specific details, he claims the system is flawed and requires immediate reforms to ensure fairness and transparency. Trump vows to make election integrity a cornerstone of his administration, promising to implement measures such as stricter voter ID laws and enhanced cybersecurity protections for voting systems.
The President-elect also touches on foreign policy, criticizing what he describes as a lack of strategic vision under Biden. He accuses the outgoing administration of mishandling relations with adversaries such as China and Russia, leaving America in a weaker global position. Trump promises to pursue “peace through strength,” focusing on rebuilding the military, strengthening alliances, and taking a tough stance against countries he deems threats to U.S. interests.
On immigration, Trump reiterates his commitment to securing the southern border, calling Biden’s policies a “disaster” that have led to increased illegal crossings and strained resources in border states. He outlines plans to reinstate stricter border controls, complete the construction of the border wall, and implement a merit-based immigration system.
Throughout the speech, Trump accuses Biden of making the presidential transition unnecessarily difficult. In a recent Truth Social post, he wrote that Biden is “doing everything possible to make the transition as difficult as possible.” Trump alludes to what he describes as bureaucratic roadblocks and uncooperative actions by the outgoing administration, framing these as attempts to sabotage his incoming presidency.
Trump concludes his remarks by expressing optimism for the future, pledging to prioritize the needs of the American people and deliver on the promises that propelled him to victory. His address serves as both a critique of Biden’s presidency and a preview of his vision for the nation as he prepares to take office.
