Trump: US faced ‘economic catastrophe,’ ‘inflation nightmare’
Share and Follow


() President Donald Trump spoke about the United States economy during his Congressional address Tuesday and pledged to work “every day to reverse damage and make America affordable again.”

Trump said his predecessor Joe Biden let egg prices get “out of control,” and said his administration is working on getting the prices back down, without elaborating on exactly what they are doing.

“We inherited from the last administration an economic catastrophe and an inflation nightmare,” Trump said.

He also said the U.S. has more “liquid gold” than any other nation and that he is authorizing a team “to go and get it.”

“Frankly, we have never seen anything like it. That’s why, on my first day in office, I declared a national energy emergency. … Now, I fully authorize the most talented team ever assembled to go and get it. It’s called ‘drill, baby drill,'” Trump said.

Trump said he’ll also “take historic action” to expand the production of critical minerals and rare earths, as soon as this week.

After Trump’s address, the Democratic Party gave a brief speech in response. This year’s response is being delivered by Sen. Elissa Slotkin of Michigan.

‘Nothing I can say’ will make Democrats happy: Trump

Trump talked about the Democrats holding placards in protest of him.

He went on: “I could find a cure to the most devastating disease, a disease that would wipe out entire nations, or announce the answers to the greatest economy in history, or the stoppage of crime to the lowest levels ever recorded, and these people sitting right here will not clap, will not stand and certainly will not cheer for these astronomical achievements.”

‘s Cassie Buchman contributed to this report.

Share and Follow
You May Also Like
Google rolls out new feature allowing users to change their Gmail addresses. Here's what to know.

Google Introduces Innovative Feature Enabling Gmail Address Changes: Key Details Unveiled

Google is poised to delight many of its users with a long-anticipated…
'It's great to see': Fans fill Jacksonville ahead of Gator Bowl kickoff

Jacksonville Buzzes with Excitement as Fans Flock to Gator Bowl Kickoff

Supporters from Missouri and Virginia are eagerly descending upon Jacksonville, bringing their…
Two killed in northern Israel terror attacks involving ramming, stabbing

Tragic Terror Strikes Northern Israel: Deadly Ramming and Stabbing Leave Two Dead

In a tragic series of terror attacks in northern Israel on Friday,…
Russian drones, missiles pound Ukraine before Zelensky's meeting with Trump

Intensified Russian Attacks on Ukraine Precede Crucial Zelensky-Trump Summit

In a dramatic escalation of hostilities, Russia launched a barrage of missiles…
Chilling discovery after doctor's wife and two children are killed

Tragic Triple Homicide: Shocking Details Emerge in Doctor’s Family Murder Case

A disturbing revelation has surfaced amid the ongoing investigation into the tragic…
Tiny 'Survivor' island will start taking Trump deportees

Remote Island Prepares to Welcome Deportees Under Trump Policy

The small Pacific island nation of Palau has entered an agreement to…
Fox News True Crime Newsletter: JonBenet Ramsey case, Scott Peterson's bid, Kimberlee Singler returns

Fox News True Crime Update: Developments in the JonBenet Ramsey Case, Scott Peterson’s Appeal, and Kimberlee Singler’s Reappearance

The unsolved murder of JonBenét Ramsey, a case that has perplexed investigators…
Fireworks and Shrimp Drops: Where to ring in the new year on the First Coast

Spectacular New Year’s Celebrations: Fireworks and Shrimp Drops on the First Coast

As 2026 approaches, communities across Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia are gearing…