Trump’s West Point graduation address veers from US-first doctrine to politics

Donald Trump addressed West Point cadets, describing their role as pivotal in shaping U.S. military history with a speech infused with political criticism of past leaders and an impassioned call to action for national defense. He condemned controversial policies from predecessors and emphasized "peace through strength," urging adversaries to yield without conflict. The event, marred by political rhetoric and accompanied by protests outside the academy, culminates in a major military parade celebrating national anniversaries with expected high attendance and significant costs.