Military & Afghanistan:
- The speaker criticizes the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, calling it one of the most embarrassing events in U.S. history.
- He claims billions of dollars in military equipment were left behind.
- Despite that, he praises the strength of the U.S. military and states it was rebuilt during his first term.
- A new $1 trillion defense budget is being approved to maintain military strength while cutting unrelated spending.
Iran & Foreign Policy:
- The U.S. is directly negotiating with Iran at a high level, with a key meeting scheduled for Saturday.
- The speaker expresses hope for a potential deal and emphasizes direct, not surrogate, communication.
Trade & Tariffs:
- The speaker defends the use of tariffs, saying they prevent the U.S. from being taken advantage of.
- He criticizes the European Union, alleging it was formed to hurt U.S. trade interests and takes unfair advantage through tariffs and non-tariff barriers.
- He claims the U.S. trade deficit with the EU is $350 billion and suggests it could be erased if Europe buys more American energy.
Energy & Economy:
- The U.S. has more energy resources than any other country, including oil, gas, and coal.
- He blames Biden-era energy policy for inflation, citing rising energy prices.
- He claims his administration brought energy and food prices down and improved the economy.
Israel & Hostages:
- He expresses strong support for Israel and efforts to free hostages.
- He recounts stories from released hostages, describing harsh conditions and the lack of compassion shown by their captors.
Trade Barriers & Currency Manipulation:
- He explains that tariffs aren't the only issue—non-monetary trade barriers and currency manipulation also hurt U.S. businesses.
- He wants these barriers addressed to make trade fair and reciprocal.
Overall Theme:
- The speaker argues that his leadership has strengthened the military, improved the economy, and made the U.S. stronger in trade.
- He emphasizes his unique ability to address longstanding problems in trade, military funding, and foreign policy.
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