President Trump spoke for the second time in front of the United Nations General Assembly in New York City Tuesday morning. During his remarks, Trump touted U.S. domestic accomplishments on the economy, went after China for their corrupt business practices, slammed Iran for its role in the destabilization of the Middle East, addressed human rights abuses in Venezuela, the ongoing civil war in Yemen and more.
.@POTUS: “Iran’s leaders sow chaos, death and destruction. They do not respect their neighbors or borders.” #UNGA pic.twitter.com/arFZF8WbLK
— Fox News (@FoxNews) September 25, 2018
.@POTUS: “America’s economy is booming like never before.” #UNGA pic.twitter.com/BbfDKAJ5PG
— Fox News (@FoxNews) September 25, 2018
President Trump also focused heavily on the issue of sovereignty by rejecting globalism, embracing freedom of the individual and touting the unique patriotism of Americans.
.@POTUS: “In America we believe in the majesty of freedom and the dignity of the individual. We believe in self-government and the rule of law.” #UNGA pic.twitter.com/KoRpJNV41z
— Fox News (@FoxNews) September 25, 2018
.@POTUS: “We reject the ideology of globalism and we embrace the doctrine of patriotism.” #UNGA pic.twitter.com/jmoG3rZ6dI
— Fox News (@FoxNews) September 25, 2018
President Trump reiterated his calls for countries outside of the United States to pay their fair share into the global body in order to produce the best results.
.@POTUS: “Only when each of us does our part, and contributes our share, can we realize the UN’s highest aspirations.” #UNGA pic.twitter.com/Jfk12zAIJ7
— Fox News (@FoxNews) September 25, 2018
.@POTUS: “Let us choose a future of patriotism, prosperity and pride.” #UNGA pic.twitter.com/xiQ8NhMfmD
— Fox News (@FoxNews) September 25, 2018
On Wednesday, President Trump will chair a meeting of the UN Security Council, where the nuclear programs of North Korea and Iran will be the key focus.