Donald Trump made a roaring comeback to Washington DC, marking his second visit since his historic win in the 2024 presidential election. Addressing House Republicans at the Hyatt Regency Capitol Hill, the president-elect kicked off his speech with his signature confidence, stating, “It’s nice to win. It’s always nice to win.”
Trump credited his victory and the Republican Party’s strong performance, saying, “We had historic numbers, especially for the president. The House did very well — we helped secure 31 seats.”
“Isn’t it nice to win?” 🔥 pic.twitter.com/4ecJ2qnnS7
— Trump War Room (@TrumpWarRoom) November 13, 2024
“I Won’t Be Running Again Unless…”
During his speech, Trump reflected on his milestone as the second US president to win non-consecutive terms. “I suspect I won’t be running again unless you say, ‘He’s good, we got to figure out something else,’” he joked before the media was ushered out of the room.
Musk Joins Trump’s Team
Elon Musk accompanied Trump on this significant trip, shortly after being named co-leader of the new “Department of Government Efficiency” alongside biotech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy. This initiative aims to streamline government operations under the new administration.
Melania Breaks Silence on Skipping White House Meeting
Mrs. Trump will not be attending today’s meeting at the White House. Her husband’s return to the Oval Office to commence the transition process is encouraging, and she wishes him great success.
In this instance, several unnamed sources in the media continue to provide false,…
— Office of Melania Trump (@OfficeofMelania) November 13, 2024
In a statement posted on X, Melania Trump’s office confirmed she would not attend the customary meeting with outgoing President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden at the White House. “Mrs. Trump will not be attending today’s meeting. She fully supports her husband’s return to the Oval Office and wishes him success in the transition process,” the statement read.
A Contentious White House Meeting
The upcoming meeting between Trump and Biden is expected to be one of the most tense transitions in recent history. Despite Melania’s absence, Trump remains focused on preparing for his second term.
Conclusion
With Trump’s return to power, the political landscape is set for significant shifts. His bold strategies and new alliances, including Musk’s involvement, promise an eventful term ahead.