In a solemn address from the Oval Office on Wednesday evening, President Joe Biden issued a stark warning to the nation about the emergence of an oligarchy, emphasizing the need for accountability even at the highest levels of power.
He declared, "No president is immune from crimes that he or she commits while at office."
The President began his speech by highlighting the achievements of his administration, particularly the ceasefire agreement and hostage deal between Israel and Hamas. He stated, "Today, after eight months of nonstop negotiation, my administration by my administration, the ceasefire and hostage deal has been reached by Israel and Hamas, the elements of which I laid out in great detail in May this year." According to The Post Millennial, Biden also noted that the incoming Trump administration was kept "fully informed" about the deal, as its implementation would largely be their responsibility.
Biden expressed his deep concern about the concentration of power in the hands of a few ultra-wealthy individuals, warning of the "dangerous consequences if their abuse of power is left unchecked." He went on to say, "Today, an oligarchy is taking shape in America of extreme wealth, power, and influence that literally threatens our entire democracy, our basic rights, freedoms, and a fair shot for everyone to get ahead." He insisted that these individuals must "play by the same rules" and "pay their fair share of taxes."
Addressing the urgent issue of climate change, Biden pointed to the wildfires in California and the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene in North Carolina. He proudly referred to his signing of "the most significant climate and clean energy law ever," and claimed that "the rest of the world is trying to model it." He stressed the importance of not being bullied into sacrificing the future of our children and grandchildren for the interests of powerful forces.
In a moment of candor, Biden read off a teleprompter prompt, quoting President Eisenhower about the military-industrial complex. He expressed concern about the potential rise of a tech industrial complex, warning that Americans are being buried under an avalanche of misinformation and disinformation, which enables the abuse of power.
The President also took the opportunity to list the accomplishments of his administration, which included "17 million new jobs, more than any other single administration, a single term," the passing of the "most significant gun safety law in 30 years," and bringing "violent crime to a 50-year low." He also mentioned that Ukraine "is still free," and the US has "pulled ahead of our competition with China and so much more."
Biden called for a reform of the tax code, the removal of "dark money" from campaign funding, an 18-year term limit for Supreme Court justices, a ban on members of Congress trading stocks, and an amendment to the Constitution "to make clear that no president, no president, is immune from crimes that he or she commits while at office. A presidents power is not unlimited. Its not absolute, and it shouldnt be."
In his final words to the nation, Biden expressed his enduring belief in the ideals of the nation, urging the people to stand guard and keep the faith. He concluded, "I love America, you love it too. God bless you all, and may God protect our troops. Thank you for this great honor." His address was a sobering reminder of the challenges facing the nation, but also a call to action for all Americans to uphold the principles of democracy and justice.
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