Trump: Money Pouring into America as We Build the Greatest Economy Ever

President Donald Trump delivered a sweeping address to the UN General Assembly, claiming America is experiencing its "golden age" with the strongest military, economy, and international relationships. He made bold assertions about stopping illegal immigration, criticized European energy policies, and took aim at the UN itself for failing to meet its potential.

Trump painted a picture of American resurgence under his leadership. He said money is flowing into the country and described the current period as building "the best and greatest economy." The president claimed illegal immigration has dropped to zero, though he provided no supporting data for this assertion.

**Sharp criticism of European immigration policies**

The president didn't hold back when addressing European nations. "No one in Europe is doing anything about illegal immigration," he said, demanding that countries send migrants back to their home nations. Trump argued that instead of accepting migrants, the focus should be on solving problems in the countries they're leaving from.

This stance reflects his administration's hardline approach to immigration, which has been a central theme since his return to office. European leaders have generally taken a different approach, with many countries accepting refugees and migrants through various legal pathways.

**Energy confrontation with allies**

Trump escalated tensions over energy policy, demanding European nations "immediately stop" buying Russian oil. He accused China and India of being the biggest funders of Russia's war in Ukraine through their energy purchases.

"They must immediately halt all energy purchases from Russia, or we're all wasting a lot of time," Trump told the assembly, directly addressing Europeans in the room.

The president went further, calling renewable energy sources "a farce" that won't succeed. He pointed to China's use of coal and fuel while selling wind power stations to other countries as evidence of hypocrisy. Trump dismissed what he called the "carbon footprint" as a lie that has cost Europe massive losses.

**UN receives harsh assessment**

Trump didn't spare the United Nations from criticism, even while addressing its General Assembly. He said the organization has "enormous potential" but isn't close to achieving its goals. In a particularly sharp moment, he compared himself favorably to the UN: "I am in full fitness, unlike the United Nations," describing the organization as "an elevator that stopped halfway."

The president claimed the UN failed to intervene in seven wars that he ended during his previous term, some of which he said lasted 30 years. He didn't specify which conflicts he was referring to.

**Economic claims and blame**

Trump blamed the previous administration for leaving behind record inflation and economic contraction. He said America was heading toward disaster but changed course with his return to the presidency. The president described the past years as a period of deep crises for the country.

These economic claims will likely face scrutiny from economists and political opponents who may dispute both the characterization of current conditions and the attribution of economic changes to specific policies.

Trump ended on a more positive note regarding international relationships, saying he built valuable ties with Saudi Arabia and Gulf states. This reflects his administration's continued focus on strengthening relationships in the Middle East, particularly around energy and security partnerships.

The speech showcased Trump's confrontational diplomatic style and his willingness to challenge both allies and international institutions from the world's most prominent global forum.