Joe Biden’s farewell speech: Warnings to Trump and key reflections

Joe Biden speech reflects on his legacy.

Warns Trump about the limits of power.

Outstanding achievements in international politics.

The president of the United States, Joe Biden, offered his last speech from the White House before Donald Trump takes office on January 20.

In his message, Biden took stock of his administration and shared reflections on the future of the country.

“We are all created equal and deserve to be treated the same. «Democracy defines and defends rights, freedoms and dreams.»

«In the United States we defend our values ​​and aspirations, even when we are constantly tested,» Biden said at the beginning of his speech from his office in the Oval Office.

Joe Biden gives his farewell speech

President Biden says he’s concerned about the rise of a «tech-industrial complex» and calls for holding social media platforms accountable.

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“I have been reflecting a lot on who we are and who we should be. The idea of ​​America was conceived as a beacon of freedom, and that is what we must continue to be.

«Just as the Statue of Liberty, which was a gift from France, resists storms and symbolizes our steadfastness, we too must remain strong,» commented the 82-year-old 46th American president.

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One of the main themes was the importance of respecting the Constitution.

Biden stressed that presidential power is not unlimited and warned that “it is essential to ensure that no president is immune from crimes committed during his term.”

Attacks Trump in his final speech

Joe Biden gives his farewell speech Photo: ShutterStock

These words resonated as a clear message to Trump, reminding him of the limits of presidential power.

In addition, the president pointed out the coming challenges, such as the concentration of power and wealth, and emphasized that the key to facing them is to have a clear vision of freedom and a common purpose.

“Today, an oligarchy of extreme wealth, power and influence is taking shape in the United States that literally threatens our entire democracy, our basic rights and freedoms, and a fair chance for everyone to progress,” Biden said

“Participating in our democracy should not be something that disillusions or disorients us. Many people feel that today there is no equal opportunity. And this equality is what makes the United States different, because if there is one word that defines it, it is: possibility,” he said.

He leader Biden also highlighted his administration’s achievements.

Among them, he mentioned the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas after 15 months of clashes, a significant advance in the international arena.

“This plan has been developed with my team and will continue to be implemented with the incoming government,” he noted and acknowledged:

“I asked my officials to keep the new ones informed because we have to work together as American citizens.”

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Joe Biden gives his farewell speech Photo: AP

Likewise, he spoke about the war between Ukraine and Russia, ensuring that thanks to the support of the United States and NATO, Ukraine remains an independent country.

Finally, he highlighted the results obtained in the economic dispute with China, describing them as a success of his management, according to AP.

“I am proud of everything we have achieved and I wish the Trump administration much success, fulfilling my duty to ensure a peaceful transition,” he emphasized.

With this speech, Biden closed a chapter in the history of his leadership, making clear his values ​​and warnings for the years to come.

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