Donald Trump embarrasses U.S. during chaotic UN speech
- Donald Trump faced technical issues during his speech, including a malfunctioning escalator and teleprompter.
- He criticized the U.N. for its ineffectiveness and declared many countries were failing due to poor policies.
- Trump's address reflects a controversial and aggressive posture toward international relations and U.N. functions.
On September 23, 2025, Donald Trump delivered a controversial speech at the United Nations General Assembly in New York City, during which he was faced with technical difficulties including a malfunctioning escalator and a broken teleprompter. Trump used these issues to add humor to his address but quickly shifted to a stern critique of the United Nations, accusing it of failing to live up to its purpose and asserting that other nations were 'going to hell' due to poor policies. His speech, filled with self-praise and aggressive remarks against various world leaders, reflected his discontent with the U.N.'s approach to global issues like immigration and climate change. He declared that his administration had achieved significant diplomatic successes, claiming to have resolved conflicts that the U.N. had ignored. Trump’s remarks drew laughter at times, yet they also highlighted how his view of international relations has changed and how he feels empowered to speak openly to the global audience about his grievances with the U.N. and other countries. This speech exemplified his tendency to focus on personal accolades and criticisms rather than fostering international cooperation or addressing pressing global issues effectively.