In an important address delivered early Wednesday morning in Finland, U.S. President Donald Trump spoke to Congress during a particularly tough period in his presidency. The speech arrived at a time when his approval ratings have been falling, and it was clear that the American public has grown increasingly unhappy even regarding areas where Trump had previously enjoyed strong support, such as the economy and immigration policy. Much of his speech was devoted to addressing these critical topics.

Trump opened his address with a claim that "our nation has come back bigger, richer, and better than ever," aiming to reassure his audience and bolster his image. However, the context of the speech underscores a growing disconnect between Trump's administration's optimistic assessments and the sentiments of many Americans. His focus on the economy and immigration reflects the ongoing challenges he faces, as public opinion appears to be shifting against him in these areas, traditionally considered his strong points.

Iltalehti's coverage of Trump's speeches includes insights from experts, including foreign and security policy analyst Henri Vanhanen and journalist Tuomo Hyttinen from the Vaalirankkurit podcast. Their commentary aims to unpack the implications of Trump's words and the state of American politics, further emphasizing the complex environment that the President navigates as he seeks to regain the public's favor and address his administration's ongoing challenges.