Trump Delivers West Point Commencement Address Praising Military Might

President Donald Trump delivered the keynote address at West Point's commencement ceremony, congratulating the 1,002 graduating cadets and emphasizing his role in 'rebuilding' the U.S. military while promoting an 'America First' ethos. He asserted that the military's core mission is to defend the nation and defeat adversaries, rejecting what he described as distractions such as drag shows and foreign nation-building. Trump claimed a sweeping victory in the 2024 election and credited his leadership for a period of military strength and national prosperity. The speech also included personal recognitions of cadet achievements and references to new technological advancements, like hypersonic rockets. Outside the ceremony, anti-Trump protesters gathered to voice their opposition to the president's attendance and policies. The event underscored ongoing political divisions, both within military discourse and the broader public.