Trump says he’s ‘just getting started’

In an address to Congress last night, President Trump defended his sweeping early actions, including mass deportations of migrants and the imposition of tariffs on major trading partners, framing them as crucial steps to restore America’s strength. Declaring that his administration is “just getting started,” Trump signaled an aggressive continuation of his policies.

Throughout his speech, Trump sharply criticized the Biden administration, attributing rising prices and economic struggles to his predecessor’s policies. He also doubled down on culture war rhetoric, accusing schools of “indoctrinating” children with what he called “transgender ideology.”

Earlier in the day, Trump’s newly imposed tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China took effect, triggering a trade war that economists warn could destabilize the U.S. economy. The move has strained diplomatic ties with key allies and prompted retaliatory measures against American exports, leaving businesses and investors uncertain. The tariffs sparked a global market sell-off, deepening concerns over economic volatility.