Trump to deliver a national address: responding to poll decline or preview of New Year policies

Gold Financial reports that Trump stated on social media that he will deliver a prime-time speech to the nation at 9 p.m. Eastern Time on Wednesday (10 a.m. Beijing Time on Thursday). This speech comes at a critical moment as Trump approaches the end of his first year back at the White House, with his approval ratings declining and the economy facing headwinds. Over the past year, Trump has focused on reshaping the relationship between the U.S. economy and national security. He has imposed tariffs on trade partners and key industries, and engaged in fierce disputes with allies over defense spending, immigration, and the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Domestically, he has continually tested the boundaries of executive power, pushed for a reorganization of the federal government, and carried out large-scale deportations of undocumented immigrants while tightening legal entry channels. This speech provides Trump with a platform to highlight his achievements and outline priorities for the coming year, as the Republican Party strives to maintain control of Congress in the midterm elections next November. Midterm elections typically lead to a reduction in the sitting president’s party’s seats in Congress. The White House revealed that Trump will speak about his historic accomplishments, discuss future prospects, and perhaps preview policies for the new year.