That historic moment captured the world’s attention.
President Trump took office in a full-day affair that included the swearing-in ceremony inside the Capitol Rotunda, his inaugural address, a Senate luncheon and an event at the Capital One Arena in downtown Washington in lieu of a parade.
Former President Joe Biden officially transferred power to Mr. Trump at noon on Jan. 20, 2025, and left via helicopter after Mr Trump was sworn in.
His speech focused on the State of the Nation, where he promised citizens to restore the image of the country.
He signed a series of executive actions that prompted immediate reaction from the world.
Most of the comments were based on Trumps long list of policies, comparing the situation to Kenya currently.
The biggest lesson? We can fix our country ourselves through such actions as slashing salaries, trappings of power.
Trump spoke about restoring the US to the Golden age and rescue the nation from decline brought on by his predecessors’ policies.
He spoke about the US being respected again as it seeks to flourish.
Kenyans said on X.com (formerly Twitter0 that they would prefer to be respected as opposed to being liked by other nations. Others also pointed out what they felt was Kenyans being taken as a joke.
2. The pride that Trump spoke with inspired Kenyans online as well.
3. Trump recalled his assassination attempt.
Mr. Trump spoke briefly about the attempted assassination against him that took place during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on July 13. The president declared that he believes his life was spared “for a reason.” “I was saved by God to make America great again,” he said.
This to Kenyans have brought up discussion about abductions, and the freedoms citizens are not enjoying.
4. Trump indicated the executive actions he was taking on Immigration, energy and trade saying he has the responsibility to protect the country from external threats and invasions, prompted many Kenyans to make comparisons.
He reiterated his plans to impose tariffs and taxes on foreign nations. for the benefit of American citizens.
Kenyans referred to the multiple taxes imposed on citizens that has placed a heavy burden on income, and pressure exerted on business as they seek to keep business alive.
5. Many Kenyans spoke of funding being cut to NGO’s, saying they now hoped local leaders will figure out how to solve problems ourselves. They also said this is how Kenyans can learn to elect good and accountable leaders.
They spoke of how Internationa funding has supposedly mad leaders lazy and corrupt.
They termed it as weaning Africa off the dependency on aid, suggesting that African Governments will have to find ways to curb loss of taxes to fund projects.
by MAUREEN WARUINGE
