President Donald Trump’s first speech to Congress of his second term focused on culture wars and GOP unity, with key takeaways including his defense of newly imposed tariffs, lean into culture wars, crackdown on migration, and taunts against predecessor Joe Biden. Trump’s speech set the stage for his 2025 agenda, which includes tax cuts and spending priorities. Some thorny issues like the Middle East, Medicaid, and federal worker cuts were absent from the speech, reflecting a goal of rallying Republicans. The address was marked by Democratic protests, with lawmakers refusing to applaud, holding up signs calling Trump “king” and “liar,” and one outburst from Rep. Al Green that resulted in his removal from the chamber. Democratic leaders had advised against disruptive actions, but it was a challenge to keep every member in line. Senate Democrats stood but did not applaud, while Rep. Rashida Tlaib had a whiteboard with messages for Trump. Overall, Trump’s speech was a mix of policy proposals, political posturing, and partisan tension, setting the tone for the remainder of his term.
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