Trump Speaks at the UN
President Donald Trump delivered a nearly hour-long speech to the United Nations General Assembly. He went far beyond the customary 15-minute limit and made immigration the centerpiece of his remarks.
Harsh Criticism of Open Borders
Trump blasted what he called the “failed experiment of open borders.” He warned nations, “your countries are going to hell,” if they continued down that path. He accused the UN of issuing only “empty words” and mocked it for producing little more than “strongly worded letters.”
Questioning the UN’s Role
The former president challenged the effectiveness of the organization. He argued that the UN had fallen short of its mission and needed to back real action instead of rhetoric.
A Softer Tone in Private
Despite the fiery speech, Trump struck a different note in his meeting with Secretary-General António Guterres. He assured him that the United States is “behind the United Nations 100%.” He also acknowledged the UN’s potential to promote global peace.
Trump Highlights Key Themes
Afterward, Trump shared his thoughts on Truth Social. He called addressing the General Assembly an honor. He also stressed that his remarks spotlighted energy and migration, two issues he has long emphasized.