President Trump signs executive orders — 9/19/2025

CNBC TelevisionAbout 5 min readSep 20, 2025Watch original
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Key Concepts

Continuing Resolution, Senate Democrats, Stock Market, Investment, Open Borders, Crime in Chicago/Memphis, Transgender Issues, Political Assassination, Voter Fraud Allegations, Closed Government, Military/Social Security, Tik Tok Deal, China, Free Speech, Cancel Culture, Negative Reporting, National Security Advisor, Settling Wars, Russia-Ukraine Conflict, Gaza, Operation Warp Speed, Autism, Hostages, Genocide, Antifa, Portland, Union Pacific Railroad, New Orleans, Gold Card Visa, H1B Visa, Tariffs, Debt Reduction, Tax Cuts.

Continuing Resolution and Government Shutdown

The speaker discusses the passage of a continuing resolution by the Republican House to keep the government open. He expresses frustration with Senate Democrats, stating that their votes are needed due to the 53 Republican senators not being enough to reach the required 60 votes. He accuses the Democrats of disliking the country and wanting to shut down the government, have open borders, and stop the progress being made. He mentions Senator John Fman as someone who wants to keep the country open.

Economic Performance and Investment

The speaker claims the country is doing better than ever, citing the stock market and record investment. He attributes this success to Republican policies and suggests Democrats are unhappy with the positive economic indicators.

Crime and Social Issues

The speaker criticizes Democrats for allegedly wanting crime and supporting policies like men playing women's sports and transgender issues. He argues that Democrats are willing to shut down the government if they don't get everything they want on these issues. He specifically mentions the high crime rates in Chicago and Memphis, stating that the administration is committed to cleaning up crime in these cities, deploying the FBI and potentially the National Guard. He contrasts this with the Democrats' alleged unwillingness to spend money on fighting crime. He cites 11 people killed and 28 shot in Chicago as an example.

Election Claims and Voter Fraud

The speaker reiterates claims of winning the presidential election by a landslide, citing the popular vote, swing states, electoral college, and the number of counties won (2,600 vs. 525 for Democrats). He alleges voter fraud through mail-in voting but claims victory despite this. He emphasizes that elections have consequences and suggests that a government shutdown is possible if Democrats don't respect the election results.

Tik Tok Deal

The speaker discusses the Tik Tok deal, stating that it is well on its way and that investors are getting ready. He mentions that China also wanted to see the deal stay open. He acknowledges the popularity of Tik Tok, especially among young people, and claims that it helped him win the election. He assures that the deal will have very tight control and involve American investors who love the country. He thanks President Xi for his cooperation.

Free Speech and Media Bias

The speaker addresses the issue of free speech, arguing that negative reporting by the media, particularly networks, is a form of cheating and makes them "offsets of the Democrat National Committee." He cites examples of negative coverage and claims that networks like ABC have had to pay settlements for dishonest reporting. He defends Brendon Far's stance on free speech, arguing that networks should not be allowed to use free airways to spread negative publicity. He claims that 97% of the stories on the networks are bad.

Foreign Policy and Settling Wars

The speaker claims to have settled seven wars and is working on resolving the conflicts in Gaza and Ukraine. He mentions his discussions with President Xi regarding the Russia-Ukraine conflict and believes that Xi would like to see it ended. He also mentions the destruction of a potential nuclear disaster in Iran. He criticizes the Biden administration's handling of Afghanistan, calling it the "most embarrassing day in the history of our country."

Ukraine War Funding

The speaker claims the US is not spending money on the war in Ukraine, stating that it is being funded by NATO, who are buying US equipment.

Autism Research

The speaker announces an upcoming news conference on autism, claiming that his administration has learned "amazing" things about the condition and its causes.

Hostages and Genocide

The speaker discusses the hostage situation in Gaza, recalling his experience getting hostages out in the past. He acknowledges the tragic loss of life and the pain of the families. He responds to a question about the UN concluding that Israel committed genocide in Gaza by asking if anyone committed genocide on October 7th, referring to the attacks on Israel.

Crime Reduction Initiatives

The speaker discusses efforts to reduce crime in cities like Chicago, Memphis, and New Orleans. He mentions the deployment of the FBI and the potential use of the National Guard. He contrasts the unsafe conditions in these cities with the improved safety in Washington DC, attributing it to the removal of career criminals.

Gold Card Visa Program

The speaker introduces the "Gold Card" visa program, which will create a new pathway for foreigners of extraordinary ability to come to the United States. To qualify, individuals must pay $1 million to the US Treasury, or $2 million if sponsored by a corporation. This program aims to attract top talent and generate revenue for the country. The speaker claims that the program will generate over a hundred billion dollars for the Treasury of the United States, which will be used for cutting taxes and paying down debt.

H1B Visa Program Changes

The speaker announces changes to the H1B visa program, including raising the fee to $100,000 per year. This is intended to ensure that only highly skilled workers are brought into the country and to protect American jobs. The goal is to incentivize companies to hire American workers instead of training foreign workers.

Tariffs and Economic Prosperity

The speaker emphasizes the importance of tariffs in generating revenue for the country and enabling tax cuts and debt reduction. He claims that tariffs are making America rich again and that the country is experiencing a "golden age." He mentions that the European Union is paying the US $950 billion and $750 billion to buy our energy.

Conclusion

The speaker presents a vision of a strong and prosperous America, driven by Republican policies, closed borders, reduced crime, and a focus on attracting top talent. He criticizes Democrats for their alleged opposition to these goals and their support for policies that he believes are harmful to the country. He emphasizes the importance of tariffs in generating revenue and enabling tax cuts and debt reduction. He claims that the country is experiencing a "golden age" under his leadership.

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