Donald Trump delivers contentious speech at White House Correspondents' Dinner

President Donald Trump took the stage at the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Friday, delivering a roughly hour-long speech that targeted journalists and political opponents. He reiterated his claim of winning the 2020 election and hinted at a possible 2028 presidential run. Trump also recounted a joke about a senator receiving a text from his wife, saying the senator could not "go up the stairs and make love," which received a muted response from the audience.

The event, originally postponed after an attempted assassination in April, was intended to resume the tradition of the annual dinner. Trump’s remarks included a series of personal insults toward members of the press, whom he has previously labeled "the enemy of the people." He concluded by suggesting term limits for politicians, though the audience reaction remained subdued.

"We held out right till the end, but they didn’t want to take a chance," Trump said, referring to the earlier cancellation.

"I am ready, willing, and able," he added, indicating his willingness to participate in future events.

The speech marked Trump’s first appearance at the dinner since his presidency, and observers noted the contrast between his expectations for a celebratory atmosphere and the restrained response from the journalists present.