Peoria Standard

Jim Rule, chairman of the Tazewell County Republicans, said that President Trump's address to Congress championed a vision for a stronger, self-reliant nation driven by economic growth, government accountability, and America-first policies. Rule made his statement to Peoria Standard on March 6.

"President Trump's address to Congress boldly outlined a vision for a stronger, more self-reliant America, championing economic growth, government accountability, and relief from crushing inflation," said Rule. "While Democrats resorted to protests and disruptions, their partisan theatrics could not diminish the power or truth of his message. Through tax-slashing, America-first policies,Trump reaffirms his commitment to empowering hardworking citizens and restoring our nation's greatness. Undeterred by woke opposition, President Trump projected unwavering confidence in building a better America."

According to Fox News, President Trump delivered his first major speech to Congress in his second term, outlining his administration’s priorities. He highlighted efforts such as federal downsizing under Elon Musk and addressed inflation concerns, particularly rising grocery costs. The report noted that the speech saw partisan reactions—Republicans applauded while Democrats remained seated, holding signs reading "False." Trump cited examples of government waste and closed with a call to action, expressing optimism for the country’s future and declaring that a "golden age of America" was beginning.

In a March 5 post on its website, the White House reported on the reception of President Trump’s address before Congress. The White House said: "Tonight, during his first address to a joint session of Congress in his second term, President Donald J. Trump delivered a powerful, masterful speech highlighting the remarkable accomplishments of his first six weeks in office and charting a course for four years of prosperity. The address received widespread acclaim. 76% of Americans approved of the speech, according to a CBS poll, while a CNN poll showed 69% of Americans had a positive reaction."

Rule is a resident of Morton who was first elected as Chairman of the Tazewell County Republicans in 2018. According to the organization’s website, he is "focused on boosting Republican voter turnout, growing the Party’s membership, and communicating the Party’s positions on issues that matter to Tazewell County voters."