RealClearPolitics Podcast Trump’s Day at the United Nations’ 80th General Assembly
Sep 23, 2025
Melinda Henneberger, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and New RealClearPolitics columnist, joins the discussion focusing on the aftermath of Charlie Kirk's murder. She emphasizes the importance of listening across political divides to combat polarization. The conversation also touches on Trump’s remarks at the UN, where he tackled issues like immigration and climate change. Additionally, they briefly explore Kamala Harris’ new campaign book and the significance of Jimmy Kimmel's return to air in the context of free speech.
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Trump Frames UN As Ineffectual
- Donald Trump used humor (escalator, teleprompter) and prepared remarks to argue the UN has potential but is ineffectual.
- He focused on immigration and calling climate change a "con job" to frame national sovereignty and cultural concerns.
Immigration And Climate As Central Themes
- Trump delivered a two-pronged message: stop uncontrolled immigration and reject the green agenda.
- He insisted reversing migration trends preserves national identity and warned climate policies could harm countries.
Clear Stance On Israel And Hostages
- Trump spoke clearly on Israel-Gaza and opposed premature Palestinian state recognition while hostages remained.
- That stance drew the lone sustained applause during his UN remarks.
