At 9:00 pm ET (0200 GMT Wednesday), President Trump will deliver his first address to Congress since returning to the White House, outlining a vision of expanded presidential power and a reshaped global order. The White House says the speech will focus on “the renewal of the American dream.”
Since taking office, President Trump and billionaire advisor Elon Musk have pushed a radical overhaul of the federal government, shutting down agencies and dismissing thousands of workers. On the global stage, President Trump has paused military aid to Ukraine, signaled a shift toward Russia, vowed to “own” Gaza, and imposed tariffs on US allies.
Trump’s Deputy Chief of Staff, Stephen Miller, described the address as a showcase of “record-setting, record-breaking achievements,” emphasizing the president’s drive to reshape governance. President Trump himself teased on Truth Social that the speech “WILL BE BIG” and pledged to “TELL IT LIKE IT IS!”
Elon Musk’s influence in the administration is evident, with reports indicating he will attend the speech at the US Capitol.
Executive Power and Global Strategy
President Trump is expected to highlight his aggressive use of executive orders, which include dismantling federal agencies, firing workers, ending diversity programs, and detaining undocumented migrants at Guantanamo Bay.
On foreign policy, he will address his stance on Ukraine, after freezing military aid and initiating talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin. His recent Oval Office meeting with Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky reportedly ended in a tense standoff, leaving US support for Kyiv uncertain.
Economic Challenges and Political Tensions
President Trump’s return to a Republican-controlled Congress has Democrats struggling to counter his dominant presence in the media.
His newly announced tariffs on key trade partners, including Mexico and Canada, have already rattled markets, causing US stocks to drop sharply on Monday. As he lays out his vision for the next phase of his presidency, Americans will be watching closely for signs of how he plans to tackle the nation’s economic and geopolitical uncertainties.
