DONALD Trump has vowed to end “four years of American decline” at a huge pre-inauguration rally.
The President-elect also vowed to build an Iron Dome and immediately sign dozens of executive orders – including to bring back TikTok – as he spoke on the eve of his return to power.
RexTrump arrived at his pre-inauguration rally to thousands of cheering supporters[/caption]
APPresident-elect Donald Trump arrives at his rally[/caption]
ReutersTrump brought out tech mogul Elon Musk and his son X out on stage[/caption]
Trump hit out against “woke” culture in his speech
ReutersDonald Trump’s family took to the stage in front of thousands of fans[/caption]
He was joined at the event in the Capitol One Arena in Washington D.C. by thousands of supporters, including Elon Musk, Nigel Farage and Conor McGregor.
Trump promised to “take back our country” as he praised his sweeping victory in the presidential election as the greatest political movement ever.
He went on to add his usual vow to unlock oil – or “liquid gold” – and pledged to “make public” remaining records around the assassination of former President John F Kennedy and “other topics of great public interest”.
He referred to Martin Luther King Jr too before saying: “It’s all going to be released.”
The president-elect walked out to fans screaming “USA” as they held up red signs with the number 47 on them – symbolizing his presidency.
Supporters from across the country flew into a frozen Washington D.C. and braved the freezing weather to show up for their soon-to-be leader.
Trump told his fans: “Tomorrow, at noon, the curtain closes on four long years of American decline and we begin a brand-new day of American strength and prosperity, dignity and pride.”
The president-elect also took an opportunity to praise his influence on starting to bring TikTok back to the US after the shock federal ban that went into place yesterday.
He said: “As of today, TikTok is back.”
Trump even brought out his new political ally Elon Musk – who he called a “genius” in front of his followers – onto stage.
Musk even brought out his young son X – who Trump also called smart.
The tech mogul said: “We’re going to really do great things here.”
Trump also teased a wave of executive orders that he will flush through tomorrow after his inauguration.
He told cheering fans: “You’re going to see lots of them.”
The president-elect suggested a huge chunk of these would relate to immigration and border control – a key theme of his first term and election campaign.
He said: “The invasion of our borders will come to a halt.”
Trump also claimed he would take the crown as the president behind the most deportations during his second term – which the incoming leader said belonged to Eisenhower.
Celebrations at the “Make America Great Again Victory Rally” kicked off with singer Kiley Dean singing the national anthem.
Trump superfan Kid Rock then got the crowd going with music and MAGA chants.
The singer has also shown his allegiance to Trump by performing at previous star-studded fundraisers during the nail-bitting election campaign.
APKid Rock performs before President-elect Donald Trump arrives to speak at his rally[/caption]
ReutersMartial arts fighter Conor McGregor and Britain’s Reform UK party leader Nigel Farage speak during the rally[/caption]
GettyTrump spoke about TikTok and immigration during his speech[/caption]
APEric Trump with his son, daughter, and wife Lara Trump spoke to crowds before Trump arrived at his rally[/caption]
His family also stepped out to thousands of supporters.
Eric Trump walked out on stage with his wife Lara and two children who recited the pledge of allegiance to megafans.
Don’s son said: “We as a family love you so much. This is the greatest political movement ever created.”
A long list of speakers preceded Trump and praised his strength, attitude, and even appeared to credit him with the release of three Israeli hostages in Gaza.
Trump himself took to his social media to comment on the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas and even the US ban on TikTok.
He wrote: “Hostages starting to come out today! Three wonderful young women will be first.”
APFans at the rally wore MAGA merch and held up cards with the number 47[/caption]
GettyKid Rock was one of the first acts to perform at Donald Trump’s victory rally on January 19[/caption]
RexHe spoke to fans as he walked out on stage[/caption]
Trump’s Mideast envoy Steve Witkoff credited Trump for the release in front of thousands of supporters.
He said: “We had a great team but it doesn’t happen without Donald J. Trump.
“The president was responsible for this release and we all owe him a debt of gratitude, as do all the families.”
Trump praised him and called Witkoff an “amazing guy” and a good negotiator during his own speech to the adoring crowd.
His inauguration and events came in the face of a huge security and military presence to protect the leader.
Trump has been the subject of several assassination attempts.
ReutersSingers Anuel and Justin Quiles spoke during the Washington D.C. rally[/caption]
GettyActor Jon Voight spoke to a crowd at Trump’s pre-inauguration event[/caption]
ReutersPresident-elect Donald Trump and his wife Melania pose with the family of a fallen soldier, Taylor Hoover, ahead of the presidential inauguration[/caption]
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