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PBS News Hour

Trump addresses the nation from the White House

26m 44s

Speaking from the White House, President Trump laid out what he sees as his accomplishments on foreign policy, immigration and the economy. The speech comes as his approval rating sinks to the lowest point of his second term. Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett host special coverage with analysis from correspondents Liz Landers, Lisa Desjardins and Nick Schifrin.

Aired: 12/17/25
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