Washington Today Pres. Trump in UN speech rails against migration, clean energy, UN ineffectiveness; Pres. Trump cancels meeting on gov't funding with House & Senate Dem leaders to avoid shutdown
Sep 23, 2025
Former U.S. President Donald Trump delivers a bold address at the U.N. General Assembly, criticizing its inefficacy and Europe's migration policies. He passionately advocates for traditional energy over renewable sources, dubbing climate initiatives a 'con job.' In a significant meeting with Ukraine's President Zelensky, he expresses confidence in Ukraine's ability to reclaim its territory from Russia. Additionally, Trump cancels a crucial meeting with Democratic leaders over government funding, igniting a standoff just ahead of a shutdown deadline.
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Questioning The UN's Effectiveness
- Donald Trump argued the UN writes 'strongly worded letters' but fails to act, questioning its purpose in preventing wars.
- He framed his own diplomacy (ending wars, Abraham Accords) as effective action where the UN was absent.
Escalator And Teleprompter Mishaps
- Trump recounted small mishaps at the UN: an escalator stopping and a teleprompter failing while he and the First Lady walked in.
- He used those incidents to mock the UN before pivoting to his record on negotiating wars.
Migration As A Central Political Threat
- Trump framed uncontrolled migration as the top political issue and accused the UN of funding migration flows into Western countries.
- He warned Europe is being 'ruined' by migration and urged nations to defend their citizens and borders.
