Trump Touts Policies, Faces Protests in First Congressional Address Since Return

In his first address to Congress since regaining power, Donald Trump declared "America is back," highlighting his policies amid Democratic opposition. The speech, lasting over 1 hour and 40 minutes, repeatedly praised advisor Elon Musk. Protests erupted, with one congressman ejected for heckling. Democrats held placards criticizing Trump's statements and referencing the January 6th Capitol attack. Trump defended his actions, including trade tariffs impacting markets and vowed to end the Ukraine war. He also mentioned a letter from Zelensky ready for peace talks. The speech touched on domestic issues, including diversity programs and transgender rights. Democrats protested, with some wearing "Resist" T-shirts and walking out. Trump addressed economic concerns, including tariffs and their potential impact on consumer prices. He also discussed balancing the federal budget and selling "golden cards" for wealthy migrants to reside in the US for $5 million. Trump's administration has been marked by cuts to the federal bureaucracy, with Musk leading the Department of Government Efficiency.