"‘We Are Taking It Back’: Trump Pledges to Reclaim Panama Canal and Protect American Borders

TDT | Manama

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Newly sworn-in President Donald J. Trump outlined an ambitious vision for his second term, pledging sweeping changes across domestic and foreign policy. Aiming at the prior administration, Trump criticized the handling of crises at home and abroad, vowing to "restore faith, wealth, democracy, and freedom" to the American people.

Key Announcements and Policies

Panama Canal Reclamation
Trump declared that the United States would not cede control of the Panama Canal to China, vowing, "We are taking it back for our great nation."

Immigration Crackdown

The president reaffirmed his commitment to deport "millions and millions" of "criminal aliens," emphasizing his administration's focus on protecting law-abiding citizens.

Renaming the Gulf of Mexico

In a symbolic move, Trump announced that the Gulf of Mexico would soon be renamed the "Gulf of America," reiterating a campaign pledge to reinforce national identity.

Energy Emergency Declaration

Trump wasted no time declaring a "national energy emergency," promising to expand fossil fuel production as a means to combat high prices and restore economic prosperity. "We will drill, baby, drill," he proclaimed.

Gender Policy Shift

The president announced that it would now be the official policy of the U.S. government to recognize "only two genders, male and female," signaling a significant cultural stance.

National Security and Border Policies

Trump criticized past administrations for prioritizing foreign borders over American ones, promising to:

• Declare a national emergency at the U.S.-Mexico border.
• Reinstate the "Remain in Mexico" policy.
• Designate drug cartels as terrorist organizations.

Measuring Success

In a notable moment, Trump stated his administration's success would be judged "not only by the battles we win, but also by the wars we end, and perhaps most importantly the wars we never get into."

Economic Relief

Addressing inflation, Trump blamed "massive overspending and escalating energy prices" and pledged to empower his Cabinet to lower the cost of goods through "the vast powers at their disposal."

Criticism of the Previous Administration

Trump did not shy away from criticizing former President Joe Biden, who was present at the ceremony, for failing to "manage a simple crisis at home" while creating "a continuing catalog of catastrophic events abroad." He also accused the government of offering sanctuary to "dangerous criminals" while neglecting the safety of law-abiding citizens.

A Historic Mandate

Reflecting on his return to the presidency, Trump expressed hope that his re-election would be remembered as "the greatest and most consequential election in the history of our country."

The address sets the stage for a presidency determined to implement sweeping changes and challenge the status quo, with Trump promising a new era of American strength and prosperity.