AFPI Salutes President Trump’s Renewal of the American Dream

Washington, D.C. – Leading with a flurry of rapid results and a broad vision for American renewal, President Donald Trump tonight addressed the American People and Congress with a tally of America First wins and his bold vision for the future.

“President Trump’s speech tonight was an absolute home run,” said America First Policy Institute (AFPI) Chief Spokesperson Jenn Pellegrino. “Much like his Inaugural Address in January, the President made clear that his number one priority is, and always will be, the safety and prosperity of the American people. His determination to take on headfirst the establishment media, the left, and global elites is nothing short of inspiring, including his launching of DOGE which has exposed systemic waste, fraud, and abuse. America simply could not have survived four more years of open borders, runaway spending, and hateful pseudo-ideologies that infected our public discourse. This is what a true leader looks like – patriotic, optimistic, and filled with unlimited energy. The American Renewal is upon us.”

AFPI leaders weighed in on key themes from the night:

AMERICAN DREAM IS ALIVE AND WELL WITH AMERICA FIRST POLICIES

Dr. Alveda King, chair, Center for the American Dream:

“As my uncle, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., said, ‘I have a dream, and it is rooted in the American Dream.’ Tonight, I stand with my friend, President Donald J. Trump, as he lays out his vision to renew that dream. And we’re already seeing victories—empowering businesses, securing our border, defending women’s sports, and protecting children from harmful agendas. Join me in prayer as President Trump shared his vision for a renewed American Dream tonight!” 

 BORDER SECURITY AND NATIONAL SOVEREIGNTY

Chad Wolf, executive vice president and chair, Center for Homeland Security & Immigration:

“Tonight, President Trump made clear his promises to the American people to protect our communities and defend our national sovereignty. In just six weeks, the President stopped the invasion at our southern border, initiated a mass deportation operation targeting dangerous criminals, designated violent cartels as Foreign Terrorist Organizations, reprioritized American national security interests against foreign adversaries like the Chinese Communist Party, and restored sanity to our immigration system. It’s a historic achievement—now, Congress must work quickly to codify as many of these actions as possible into law. The catastrophic failures of the Biden Administration can never happen again.”

AMERICANS EMPOWERED BY GOVERNMENT THAT GETS OUT OF THE WAY

Larry Kudlow, vice chair of the board and chair, Center for American Prosperity:

“After four years of Americans being told what they cannot do, President Trump cast a vision for what we can achieve with America First policies that unleash the country’s vast resources and potential. From energy dominance and tax cuts to deregulation, reciprocal trade, and more, the President showed us tonight America's best days lie ahead.”

PEACE THROUGH STRENGTH

Col. Robert Wilkie, co-chair, Center for American Security:

“President Trump proclaimed America is back and that means our Armed Forces are back—the greatest force for peace in the history of the world. He has restored the highest fighting standards so our soldiers will fight, win, and get back home to their loved ones as quickly as possible. President Trump has restored the pride of place our warriors have in the hearts and minds of the American people. He has restored the deterrent power of the United States and told the world that the most powerful words in the language are, “I am an American citizen”. Our borders are stronger, our seas safer and every bad actor knows that the eagle is watching."

AMERICA FIRST ECONOMIC REVIVAL FOR THE AMERICAN WORKER

Amb. Robert Lighthizer, chair, Center for American Trade:

“The current trade regime has failed America and its workers. We need a new, fair system based on balanced global trade for all countries. President Trump has done more to expose this critical issue and to correct it than any prior American president.”

PROTECTING AND RESPECTING AMERICAN GIRLS AND WOMEN

Riley Gaines, vice chair, America First Athletes Coalition:

“President Trump is the most pro-woman president in American history and sent a powerful and unmistakable message to women and girls across the nation: You matter. Peyton McNabb—a guest of President Trump tonight who was seriously injured by a biological male competing in women’s sports—matters. It’s a stark contrast to the message we’ve received over the past four years under the previous administration—and continue to hear from leaders in the Democratic Party. Women deserve privacy, safety, and equal opportunity, and President Trump is making sure those rights are protected under the law and beyond.”

Ryann McEnany, AFPI digital marketing and brand communications strategist and engagement officer:

“As a former Division I athlete at the University of Florida, I know firsthand the achievements of women in sports wouldn’t be possible without fair and safe competition—both on and off the field. The science is clear: biological males have undeniable physical advantages, and we’ve seen the very real threats to safety and privacy in locker rooms and competition when they are allowed in women’s sports. President Trump has taken decisive action to protect female athletes, ensuring that the hard work, sacrifices, and victories of women and girls are safeguarded for generations to come.”