Donald Trump calls for "renewal of American spirit"


US President Donald Trump has promised a renewal of the American spirit in his first speech to Congress.

The President said a new surge of optimism is placing impossible dreams firmly within the grasp, opening a new chapter of American greatness.

Mr. Trump condemned recent vandalism of Jewish cemeteries and a hate crime in Kansas that left an Indian man dead. 

His prime time address aimed to boost his low approval ratings after a bumpy start to his presidency.

He also touted his decisions to withdraw the US from the Trans-Pacific Partnership trade deal and order work to start on a wall along the US-Mexico border.

Mr Trump added that a real and positive immigration reform is possible, opening the intriguing possibility of a major policy shift.

President Trump talked tough on the immigration issue saying enforcing immigration laws will raise wages, help the unemployed, save billions of dollars, and make the communities safer for everyone.


SOURCE: BBC NEWS