‘God Is Very Proud’: Trump Marks Anniversary With a Victory Lap
The New York Times • • world
Key Points:
- President Trump dismissed a prepared 31-page list of his accomplishments during a nearly two-hour White House press briefing, opting instead for a wide-ranging and unscripted monologue.
- His remarks included airing grievances, attacking perceived enemies, and threatening allies, revealing a shift in his worldview influenced by feelings of slights and injustices.
- Trump linked his recent threats to take over Greenland to his frustration over not winning the Nobel Peace Prize, stating he no longer felt obligated to prioritize peace.
- The briefing was marked by digressions, including personal anecdotes, and lasted longer than his previous record-breaking joint address to Congress.
