In a special edition of From the Politics Desk, reporters offer highlights from President Donald Trump’s first speech to Congress of his second term. Trump focused on culture wars and GOP unity, boasting about his tariff decisions and criticizing transgender rights and migration policies. He outlined his priorities for a big tax and spending bill, but some thorny issues like Medicaid and federal worker cuts were missing from his speech. Democratic protests, including silent protests, signs, walking out, and a disruptive outburst by Rep. Al Green, overshadowed the address. Despite warnings from party leaders, some Democrats brought props and disrupted the proceedings, showing their displeasure with Trump’s policies. The speech was not the usual congressional address, with moments of tension and dissent visible throughout. Senate Democrats stood but did not applaud, while House Democrats used silent protests, signs, and erasable whiteboards to express opposition to Trump’s policies. Overall, Trump’s speech to Congress highlighted his divisive agenda and the ongoing resistance from Democratic lawmakers.
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