In a 19-minute address from the White House, President Donald Trump touted the nation’s strength and economic progress while attacking immigrants and blaming his predecessor, Joe Biden, for ongoing issues. He falsely claimed that illegal immigrants exacerbate problems like job loss and healthcare costs, despite evidence of their positive economic contributions. Trump also made questionable assertions about decreasing living costs and exaggerated claims regarding foreign policy achievements, particularly in the Middle East. Notably absent from his speech was any mention of escalating tensions with Venezuela, despite speculation about potential military action.
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