US President Donald Trump outlined his vision for the future of the United States, delivering key promises that set the tone for his second term in his inaugural address on Monday.
Trump highlighted his commitment to ending the “weaponization” of the Justice Department, promising a new era of fairness and accountability. Vowing to “put America first,” he declared, that America will flourish and be respected again all over the world.
Here are the top quotes from Trump’s inauguration address:
- “The Golden Age of America begins right now.”
- “From this day forward, our country will flourish and be respected again all over the world. We will be the envy of every nation, and we will not allow ourselves to be taken advantage of any longer.”
- “Our top priority will be to create a nation that is proud, prosperous and free.”
- “America will soon be greater, stronger and far more exceptional than ever before.”
- “A tide of change is sweeping the country. Sunlight is pouring over the entire world, and America has the chance to seize this opportunity like never before. But first, we must be honest about the challenges we face. While they are plentiful, they will be annihilated by this great momentum that the world is now witnessing in the United States of America.”
- “As we gather today our government confronts a crisis of trust. For many years, a radical and corrupt establishment has extracted power and wealth from our citizens.”
- “From this moment on, America’s decline is over.”
- “Over the past eight years, I have been tested and challenged more than any president in our 250 year history, and I’ve learned a lot along the way.”
- “Those who wish to stop our cause have tried to take my freedom, and indeed to take my life.”
- “My life was saved for a reason, I was saved by God to make America great again.”
The official inauguration ceremony began with vice president-elect JD Vance taking the oath of office, followed by Donald Trump being sworn in as the 47th President of the United States, marking a remarkable political comeback.
The 78-year-old Republican, now returning to the White House with a commanding presence, outlined his vision for a powerful presidency aimed at aggressively reshaping US policies across various areas, including immigration, tariffs, and energy.
Afterward, he will bid farewell to President Joe Biden and vice president Kamala Harris before heading to Emancipation Hall to address the overflow crowd.
For the first time in US history, foreign leaders and dignitaries were in attendance at a presidential inauguration, making this event a landmark moment in the country’s political history.
