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Trump speech - 10 things to know with detail
Trump's speech was delivered at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in Orlando, Florida on February 28, 2021.
He touched on a variety of topics during his speech, including his administration's accomplishments, the 2020 election, cancel culture, the COVID-19 pandemic, and the future of the Republican Party.
Trump reiterated his claims of election fraud, stating that the 2020 election was "rigged" and that he actually won. He also criticized the Supreme Court for not taking up his legal challenges.
The former president touted his administration's achievements, including the development of the COVID-19 vaccines and the strong economy before the pandemic hit.
Trump criticized President Joe Biden's handling of the pandemic and immigration, accusing him of causing a crisis at the southern border.
He also took aim at prominent Democrats, including House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, as well as Republican lawmakers who voted to impeach him.
Trump called for unity within the Republican Party, urging conservatives to come together and fight against the "radical left."
He expressed support for the Second Amendment and criticized efforts to restrict gun rights.
Trump denounced cancel culture, claiming that it is a threat to freedom of speech and democracy.
The speech was met with cheers and applause from the audience, many of whom were loyal supporters of the former president. Trump's appearance at CPAC signaled his continued influence within the Republican Party and his potential future political ambitions.