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Watch live: Donald Trump's first speech to Congress since returning to White House
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Trump's speech comes after a whirlwind six weeks in office that shook the federal government and upended the geopolitical order.
US President Donald Trump is setting out his governing vision on Tuesday (Mar 4) in his first address to Congress since returning to the White House.
"America is back," he said as he began his speech at the US Capitol after 9pm (2am GMT). "The American dream is surging bigger and better than before."
Since his inauguration six weeks ago, the country has been gripped by his moves to dramatically reshape the federal government and redefine foreign policy. Watch his speech live on CNA and follow updates on our blog.
Withdrawal from global accords
Trump touted his moves to downsize the US' global diplomatic footprint as a "win".
“This is a time for big dreams and bold action. Upon taking office, I imposed an immediate freeze on all federal hiring, a freeze on all new federal regulations and a freeze on all foreign aid.”
The groups cited by Trump play a significant role in setting global policy on climate change, pandemics and human rights.
Trump also withdrew the US from the Human Rights Commission during his first term. The organisation has been criticised by Israel.
Trump touted his moves to downsize the US' global diplomatic footprint as a "win".
“This is a time for big dreams and bold action. Upon taking office, I imposed an immediate freeze on all federal hiring, a freeze on all new federal regulations and a freeze on all foreign aid.”
The groups cited by Trump play a significant role in setting global policy on climate change, pandemics and human rights.
Trump also withdrew the US from the Human Rights Commission during his first term. The organisation has been criticised by Israel.
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"We have been ripped off for decades by nearly every country on Earth and we will not let that happen any longer."
“Whatever they tariff us, we will tariff them,” said Trump, with a reminder that reciprocal tariffs were set to kick in from Apr 2.
