Trump heads to Miami to speak about his economic agenda on the anniversary of his election win

President Trump is set to address a gathering of business leaders and global athletes in Miami on Wednesday, marking the anniversary of his reelection to a second term. The speech at the America Business Forum will highlight his economic policies and the impact of international investments on U.S. communities.

According to a senior White House official who spoke on condition of anonymity, the President will discuss deregulation efforts, energy independence, oil prices, and affordability concerns in his address. The appearance comes at a critical time when many Americans continue to express anxiety about their financial situations and the rising cost of living.

Recent election results underscore these economic concerns. The AP Voter Poll, which surveyed more than 17,000 voters across New Jersey, Virginia, California, and New York City, revealed widespread unease about inflation and job opportunities, despite the administration’s promises to address these issues. Republicans suffered significant defeats in key races in Virginia and New Jersey on Tuesday.

President Trump acknowledged that the ongoing government shutdown has had a “negative” impact on Republican electoral prospects. The shutdown has caused ripple effects throughout the economy and left many federal workers without paychecks.

The Miami speech follows the President’s five-day diplomatic tour of Asia last week, which included stops in Malaysia, Japan, and South Korea. During the trip, Trump met with Chinese President Xi Jinping to ease trade tensions between the world’s two largest economies. In Tokyo, he secured Japanese funding commitments for major energy and technology projects in the United States.

Miami Mayor Francis Suarez, a Republican, described Trump’s recent international travels as “transformational in his presidency” and highlighted the significance of his appearance at the forum. Organizers position the event as a more accessible alternative to elite gatherings like the World Economic Forum in Davos or the Milken Institute Global Conference.

Earlier Wednesday, Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado, this year’s Nobel Peace Prize winner, addressed the forum remotely and praised Trump’s approach toward Venezuela. “Regarding the strategy of President Trump toward this criminal narco-terrorist structure, it’s absolutely correct because Nicolás Maduro is not a legitimate head of state,” Machado stated.

The President’s visit underscores Miami’s growing importance during his second term. The city will play a pivotal role in several upcoming international events, including next year’s Group of 20 summit, which Trump plans to host at his golf club in nearby Doral. Critics have raised concerns about potential conflicts of interest, though the President has insisted his family’s business will not profit from holding the event at the Trump-owned property.

Miami is also where Trump hopes to establish his future presidential library, though the project currently faces legal challenges regarding land transfer procedures. Additionally, the city is among the U.S. locations selected to host matches for next year’s World Cup, a tournament that Trump has enthusiastically promoted as the beginning of several major sporting events to be held in the United States.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino, who has developed a close relationship with Trump, is scheduled to speak at the Miami forum later Wednesday. The World Cup’s success has been identified as a top priority for the Trump administration.

The America Business Forum represents an opportunity for the President to reframe economic narratives and showcase his international diplomatic achievements at a time when domestic economic concerns remain at the forefront of public discourse.