‘Your lover’s not gonna be killed anymore’: Trump claims DC is now safe for couples

WASHINGTON, DC: Donald Trump on Tuesday, January 20, asserted that his security initiatives have reached a point where “your lover’s not gonna be killed anymore,” a shift he claimed has earned him gratitude from “a lot of people in the media.”

Trump made the remarks during a wide-ranging White House briefing held to mark the first anniversary of his second term and highlight what he described as the major achievements of his administration.

Trump declares Washington streets are finally safe

Donald Trump opened the meeting by focusing on crime and public safety in the nation’s capital, displaying several mugshots to praise the work of immigration officers.

He claimed these efforts have transformed the city from a dangerous place into one where people can move freely without fear.

Trump said, "DC. was a very, very dangerous place, and I think you probably know better than I do. I have a lot of people in the media thanked me for that, but some of them found it hard to thank me…”

He added, “DC is now - look how beautiful - DC is now, you can walk right from here to a restaurant to right through the center of town. You can be with your child, with your loved one, with your lover. Your lover’s not going to be killed anymore, so you can act like a real lover."

Trump showcases ‘365 Wins in 365 Days’ binder

During the event, Donald Trump also displayed a large binder titled “365 Wins in 365 Days,” which listed one achievement for each day since he returned to office on January 20, 2025.

His speech ranged across a wide variety of topics, including biker gangs, the Nile River, and the Nobel Peace Prize.

The official list of wins focused heavily on immigration and new rules affecting workers.

According to the document, the administration “Removed more than 2.6 million illegal aliens from the United States through deportations and voluntary self-departures.”

It also stated that the administration “Enforced English-language proficiency requirements for commercial truck drivers to protect roadway safety” and “Imposed a $100,000 payment to accompany or supplement H-1B petitions” to change how foreign workers enter the country. 

Trump calls America the hottest country in world

According to his list of wins, the administration “Empowered consumer choice for everyday items such as vehicles, straws, shower heads, toilets, washing machines, lightbulbs, stoves and dishwashers, saving US consumers tens of billions.”

Donald Trump concluded by saying these changes have made the United States a better and more exciting place to live.

Reflecting on his team’s work, he said, “It’s big stuff too. We have the hottest country in the world.”