FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Wednesday, March 5, 2025
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Washington, D.C. – Last night, President Trump stood before a joint session of Congress to deliver a speech centered on the “Renewal of the American Dream.” However, instead of offering hope or unity, Trump spent the entirety of his address spreading more divisive rhetoric, misinformation, and falsehoods to members of Congress and the American people. At a time when the nation is grappling with escalating inflation, devastating natural disasters, and a looming government shutdown, Trump chose not to use this opportunity to heal divisions or extend support to the thousands of federal workers he recklessly ousted. Instead, he once again distorted reality by peddling false claims about the success of his first month in office.
Congressional Republicans applauded as Trump boasted about his so-called “successes” from the past month — “successes” that include costly tariffs and an unconstitutional federal funding freeze, leaving businesses and communities across their states grappling with uncertainty and instability. The American people have made their frustration with Republicans’ inaction toward both President Trump and Elon Musk clear. Yet, if tonight’s speech is any indication, it seems the Republican Party is paying little attention to the needs of their constituents and instead doubling down on their loyalty to Trump.
Congressional Integrity Project Senior Advisor Charlie Ellsworth issued the following statement on behalf of the Checks and Balances War Room:
“Donald Trump’s congressional address tonight was predictably dishonest and mean-spirited. In true Trump fashion, he once again failed to address the pressing issues that Americans face daily—rising unemployment, soaring inflation, natural disasters, and the ever-growing unaffordability of healthcare. Meanwhile, Congressional Republicans stood by, applauding Trump’s misinformation and unfounded claims about his first month in office.
“Let’s be clear: Republicans remain laser-focused on lining up behind Trump’s agenda to annihilate Congress’s ability to check his power and advancing a budget that hands Elon Musk and DOGE the power to slash essential programs. They are hellbent on cutting federal support for everyday Americans so they can funnel tax breaks to billionaires and corporations. The American people deserve a government that listens to their concerns and works toward real solutions, not one that serves the whims of an imperial president and his billionaire allies. Last night’s address should serve as a red alert that Trump is eliminating any check on his power, with Congressional Republicans serving their constituents’ interests up on a platter for Elon Musk’s taking.”