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Trump concludes his Oval Office speech
President Donald Trump concluded his much-anticipated Oval Office address on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at 2 PM ET. The speech, his first public comments in over a week, focused on the relocation of the US Space Command headquarters from Colorado to Alabama.
Trump emphasized the importance of the move, stating, "US Space Command is a critical component of our national security, and its headquarters must be located in a state that can provide the necessary support and infrastructure. Alabama is the perfect choice for this move" [2].
The announcement comes amidst speculation about Trump's health and his absence from public interactions. Last week, rumors of his health circulated widely, with hashtags like #TrumpIsDead trending on social media. However, Trump's appearance at his golf course in Northern Virginia and his diagnosis of chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) have since dispelled these rumors [1].
The speech also touched on the ongoing tariff disputes between the US and India. Trump criticized India's relationship with the US as "very one-sided" and accused the country of fueling Moscow's deadly attacks on Ukraine by purchasing Russian oil. The Trump administration has imposed 25% reciprocal tariffs on India and an additional 25% levies for Delhi's purchases of Russian oil, bringing the total duties imposed on India to 50% [1].
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has remarked that the rift between India and the US is short-lived and that both countries will resolve the issue soon. However, a threat looms that Trump may impose 200% tariffs on pharmaceuticals, a move that could have significant implications for the global pharmaceutical industry [1].
The speech ended with Trump expressing his support for the Space Command move and his commitment to strengthening the US's national security. The announcement has drawn significant attention, especially after rumors of Trump’s death spread across social media last week [1].
References:
[1] https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/international/global-trends/us-news-trump-to-make-surprise-oval-office-announcement-today-at-2-pm-et/articleshow/123655145.cms
[2] https://www.cnn.com/politics/live-news/trump-administration-news-09-02-25

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