President Donald J. Trump hit the stage at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) on Saturday afternoon, firing up a packed house with a speech that blended brash promises, early wins, and stinging barbs at his foes. Speaking at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, Trump’s first CPAC address since reclaiming the White House was a full-on showcase of his America First agenda—and the crowd cheered nearly every second.
“The people have given us a resounding mandate for dramatic change in Washington, and we are going to deliver it,” Trump declared, his voice cutting through the cheers as he pointed to the GOP’s 2024 sweep of Congress and the presidency. Fresh off his January 20 inauguration, he touted bold moves like “an immediate federal hiring freeze, a federal regulation freeze, and a foreign aid freeze,” slamming past policies with, “We’re giving billions and billions of dollars to countries that hate us.” The line resonated with attendees, who waved flags and roared approval.
Immigration fueled some of Trump’s strongest moments. “Taking over our country. I’ll tell you, I had four years. I couldn’t stand it. Don’t get angry,…
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