President Trump warned illegal immigrants and liberals, but did not attack them at all, vowing that “the decline is over,” and then warning in a speech to the American people that the crackdown would begin now.

Donald Trump promised a “new golden age for America” ​​after being sworn in as the 47th president of the United States on Monday.

“The decline is over,” he told about 600 allies, dignitaries and family members inside the Capitol.

In his inaugural address, he balanced the idea of ​​an optimistic new dawn with long-standing accusations that he was the target of a weaponized justice system, pledging a sweeping crackdown on illegal immigration. .

“As we gather today, our government is facing a crisis of confidence,” he said.

“For years, a radical and corrupt regime has extracted power and wealth from its people, while the pillars of society have broken and appear to be in complete ruin.”

Trump was surrounded by Washington’s political establishment, tech giants and MAGA allies at the inauguration ceremony inside the U.S. Capitol, amid sweltering arctic temperatures outside Washington, D.C.

It is a visual demonstration of how a once political outsider conquered Washington in a stunning political comeback and became only the second president in history to win non-consecutive terms. there were.

While his 20017 “American Carnage” speech conjured bleak images of a nation mired in rampant crime, abandoned factories, and a dysfunctional education system, this time he expressed “confidence in the tide of change.” “I’m optimistic,” he said. It’s sweeping the nation. ”

But he also attacked some of his favorite targets, slamming illegal immigrants arriving from foreign prisons and “mental hospitals.”

“Our government is currently unable to manage even a simple crisis at home, while at the same time experiencing a series of catastrophic events abroad,” he said.

“While this law fails to protect the grand laws that protect Americans, it does provide sanctuary and protection for dangerous criminals.”

And he reflected on how he overcame an assassination attempt and criminal prosecution to return to power in one of the greatest political comebacks in history.

“Those who sought to stop our cause tried to take away my freedom and, in fact, take my life. Just a few months ago, in a beautiful Pennsylvania field, an assassin’s bullet struck my ear. But I felt then, even more so, that my life was saved for a reason,” he said.

“I was saved by God to make America great again.”

And his speech reflected his convincing victory, laying out an action plan with dozens of executive actions and winning the popular vote and all seven key battleground states.

“With these actions, we will begin a complete recovery of America and a revolution of common sense,” he said.

The loudest applause came when he promised that official government policy would recognize only two genders. He also said he would declare a national energy emergency and a national emergency on the southern border.

“My message to the American people today is that it is time for us to act once again with courage and vigor and the vitality of the greatest civilization in history.”

The setting inside the Capitol gave the speech a “State of the Union” feel.

While Republicans cheered and cheered on his promises such as immigration crackdowns and diversity, equity and inclusion programs, Democrats remained silent.

He will return to power as a different person than the one he was sworn in after his shock victory eight years ago, taking office in a Washington that bears little resemblance to the city he arrived in at the time.

Fighting ensued between demonstrators and police in the city, and hundreds of thousands of demonstrators wearing pink hats flocked to the streets in the days before the inauguration.

This time, the protesters proceeded with the process with an air of resignation.

Trump confidant David Urban said “America woke up” and surrendered.

“Last time everyone looked at us weirdly and was like, ‘Hmm, I can’t believe you guys won.’ Now everyone is screaming to be a part of it,” he said. said.

Prominent critics such as Facebook’s Mark Zuckerberg and Amazon’s Jeff Bezos have also been tamed. They are among the tech giants who donated $1 million to the inauguration and are seated with VVIPS in the Rotunda.

You can also see the changes over time from the setting.

Four years ago, Trump supporters ransacked the U.S. Capitol. This time, the MAGA world was seated at the seat of American democracy for the inauguration.

And eight years ago, Mr. Trump wasn’t ready to take charge. He needed to pull together his administration from the Republican establishment and Wall Street.

This time, he has built a team of trusted supporters who have stuck by him even after four years in power.

As a result, planning begins in earnest. Ahead of the ceremony, aides briefed reporters on a number of executive orders, including 10 related to border security and immigration.

One adviser told DailyMail.com that he also plans to sign an executive order halting all new foreign aid unless it aligns with U.S. strategic interests.

“The United States and the American people are some of the most generous people in the entire world,” the incoming White House policy adviser told DailyMail.com.

“But at this point, we need to understand that foreign policy is domestic policy, and if this is not in line with our interests, Uncle Sam should no longer open his pocketbook.”

Other executive orders aim at diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, declaring that the U.S. federal government recognizes only two genders: male and female.