Trump Critiques UN, Migration & Climate in UN Speech
In his first address to the United Nations General Assembly since returning to the White House, President Donald Trump sharply criticized the UN on matters of peace, migration and climate policy.
Trump accused the UN of failing to support U.S.-led peace initiatives and said the organization issues “empty words” without follow-through. He questioned the purpose of the body and said it was not living up to its potential.
Attack on Migration
On migration, Trump claimed the UN encourages uncontrolled flows into Western nations. He warned that countries were “going to hell” if they did not curb migration, urging stricter national controls.
Dismissal of Climate Policies
Trump also attacked global climate efforts, calling climate change policies “a scam” and dismissing scientific consensus. He told world leaders they should abandon “green” policies to avoid national failure.
Mockery and Symbolism
During the speech, Trump referenced technical issues — such as a broken escalator and a malfunctioning teleprompter — mocking them as symbolic of UN dysfunction.
Disputed Claims
Many of Trump’s claims were contested by fact-checkers. For example, his assertion that he “ended seven wars” is misleading, as many conflicts he cited remain unresolved or only paused. His criticism of migration statistics, energy imports by Europe, and climate science also drew pushback from analysts.
Closing Remarks
In closing, Trump reiterated U.S. dominance and leadership, urging allies to follow a tough stance on borders and energy. Delegates and observers responded with a mix of applause, silence and criticism.
