Former US President Donald Trump slammed Joe Biden for being the “most radical left-wing administration in the country”.

While speaking at the North Carolina Republican convention Trump urged Biden to “always put America first”. “We don't put America second. As we gather tonight, our country is being destroyed before our own eyes. Crime is exploding, police departments are being ripped apart and defunded... Is that good politics, defund our police?”, he said.

He also accused the Biden administration of “bowing down to China” and claimed that illegal immigration is “skyrocketing”.

“Gas prices are soaring. Our industries are being pillaged by foreign cyber attacks. That's a lack of respect for our country and for our leaders. And speaking of our leaders, they are bowing down to China, America is being demeaned and humiliated on the world stage. Our freedom is being overtaken by left-wing cancel culture. And the Biden administration is pushing toxic critical race theory and illegal discrimination into our children's race theory," Trump said.

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Trump further termed Biden and Democrats as the most “radical left-wing administration in history”, adding that the survival of US is dependent on the election of Republicans at every level in the country.

"...We're not going to let it go any longer. We have to stand up for our values. And we're going to take back our country and take it back at a level that is very, very good for our country. And it's good for our citizens because we can't allow bad things to happen to our country," Trump added.

Trump is eyeing a return to politics by planning a 2024 presidential bid, while urging North Carolina to reject Biden and the “radical Democrats”. This marked Trump’s first public speech after leaving the White House in January, when Biden took over the presidential duties.

Trump is also facing a boycott by social media companies for his role in the January 7 insurrection of the US Capitol.

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Former US President Donald Trump slammed Joe Biden for being the “most radical left-wing administration in the country”. While speaking at the North Carolina Republican convention Trump urged Biden to “always put America first”.

Former US President Donald Trump slammed Joe Biden for being the “most radical left-wing administration in the country”. While speaking at the North Carolina Republican convention Trump urged Biden to “always put America first”. “We don't put America second. As we gather tonight, our country is being destroyed before our own eyes. Crime is exploding, police departments are being ripped apart and defunded... Is that good politics, defund our police?”, he said. He also accused the Biden administration of “bowing down to China” and claimed that illegal immigration is “skyrocketing”. “Gas prices are soaring. Our industries are being pillaged by foreign cyber attacks. That's a lack of respect for our country and for our leaders. And speaking of our leaders, they are bowing down to China, America is being demeaned and humiliated on the world stage. Our freedom is being overtaken by left-wing cancel culture. And the Biden administration is pushing toxic critical race theory and illegal discrimination into our children's race theory," Trump said. Also read: Biden order bans investment in dozens of Chinese defence, tech firms Trump further termed Biden and Democrats as the most “radical left-wing administration in history”, adding that the survival of US is dependent on the election of Republicans at every level in the country. "...We're not going to let it go any longer. We have to stand up for our values. And we're going to take back our country and take it back at a level that is very, very good for our country. And it's good for our citizens because we can't allow bad things to happen to our country," Trump added. Trump is eyeing a return to politics by planning a 2024 presidential bid, while urging North Carolina to reject Biden and the “radical Democrats”. This marked Trump’s first public speech after leaving the White House in January, when Biden took over the presidential duties. Trump is also facing a boycott by social media companies for his role in the January 7 insurrection of the US Capitol. Also read: Biden to review Donald Trump's China investment blacklist: Report

Trump hits out at Biden for 'bowing down' to China, urges him to 'put America first'

President Donald Trump gave a farewell address to the nation just a few hours before president-elect Joe Biden takes over as the 46th president of the United States even as Trump refused to address <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-crosses-400000-covid-19-fatalities-as-biden-pays-tribute-to-victims-357836">Biden</a> by name.

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"Now, as I prepare to hand power over to a new administration at noon on Wednesday, I want you to know that the movement we started is only just beginning, there's never been anything like it. The belief that a nation must serve its citizens will not dwindle, but instead only grow stronger by the day," the US president said.

"As long as the American people hold in their hearts deep and devoted love of country, then there is nothing that this nation cannot achieve. Our communities will flourish. Our people will be prosperous. Our traditions will be cherished. Our faith will be strong, and our future will be brighter than ever before," the President said.

"I go from this majestic place with a loyal and joyful heart and optimistic spirit and supreme confidence that for our country and for our children, the best is yet to come. Thank you and farewell. God bless you. God bless the United States of America."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/breaking-tradition-trump-plans-self-farewell-before-bidens-inauguration-ceremony-357814">Trump</a> touted his administration's accomplishments stating that his main focus was on the federal vaccine program and his handling of the pandemic.

"When our nation was hit with the terrible pandemic, we produced not one, but two vaccines with record-breaking speed, and more will quickly follow. They said it couldn't be done but we did it. They call it a "medical miracle," and that's what they're calling it right now: a "medical miracle," Trump said.&nbsp;

"For years, the American people pleaded with Washington to finally secure the nation's borders. I am pleased to say we answered that plea and achieved the most secure border in US history," the US President asserted.

"The world respects us again. Please don't lose that respect," he said.

Donald Trump hasn't publicly conceded to<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/europe-believes-china-will-overtake-us-as-superpower-during-bidens-presidency-poll-357754"> Biden</a>. The US president had spent the weeks after the election blaming his loss on widespread voter fraud without any evidence

Trump's efforts to overturn the will of the voters peaked on January 6 when a violent mob of his most staunch and heavily-armed supporters overran Capitol Hill as Congress met to certify Biden's victory. The violence had left five people dead.

"All Americans were horrified by the assault on our Capitol. Political violence is an attack on everything we cherish as Americans. It can never be tolerated. Now more than ever, we must unify around our shared values and rise above the partisan rancour, and forge our common destiny," Trump said in his outgoing message to the nation.

President Donald Trump gave a farewell address to the nation just a few hours before president-elect Joe Biden takes over as the 46th president of the United States even as Trump refused to address Biden by name.

President Donald Trump gave a farewell address to the nation just a few hours before president-elect Joe Biden takes over as the 46th president of the United States even as Trump refused to address Biden by name. Watch: "Now, as I prepare to hand power over to a new administration at noon on Wednesday, I want you to know that the movement we started is only just beginning, there's never been anything like it. The belief that a nation must serve its citizens will not dwindle, but instead only grow stronger by the day," the US president said. "As long as the American people hold in their hearts deep and devoted love of country, then there is nothing that this nation cannot achieve. Our communities will flourish. Our people will be prosperous. Our traditions will be cherished. Our faith will be strong, and our future will be brighter than ever before," the President said. "I go from this majestic place with a loyal and joyful heart and optimistic spirit and supreme confidence that for our country and for our children, the best is yet to come. Thank you and farewell. God bless you. God bless the United States of America." Trump touted his administration's accomplishments stating that his main focus was on the federal vaccine program and his handling of the pandemic. "When our nation was hit with the terrible pandemic, we produced not one, but two vaccines with record-breaking speed, and more will quickly follow. They said it couldn't be done but we did it. They call it a "medical miracle," and that's what they're calling it right now: a "medical miracle," Trump said. "For years, the American people pleaded with Washington to finally secure the nation's borders. I am pleased to say we answered that plea and achieved the most secure border in US history," the US President asserted. "The world respects us again. Please don't lose that respect," he said. Donald Trump hasn't publicly conceded to Biden. The US president had spent the weeks after the election blaming his loss on widespread voter fraud without any evidence Trump's efforts to overturn the will of the voters peaked on January 6 when a violent mob of his most staunch and heavily-armed supporters overran Capitol Hill as Congress met to certify Biden's victory. The violence had left five people dead. "All Americans were horrified by the assault on our Capitol. Political violence is an attack on everything we cherish as Americans. It can never be tolerated. Now more than ever, we must unify around our shared values and rise above the partisan rancour, and forge our common destiny," Trump said in his outgoing message to the nation.

In farewell address, Trump touts new beginning for 'Make America Great Again'

The next US presidential debate between President Trump and Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden will be "virtual", organizers said on Thursday.

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However, according to reports, Trump said he will not "participate"&nbsp;in a virtual presidential debate.

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"I'm not going to do a virtual debate," the US president told a TV news network while adding that it was "not acceptable to us."

Amid the confusion,&nbsp;Trump's campaign manager Bill Stepien said: "An in-person town hall debate, with questions from voters, "should happen on October 22, and accordingly, the third debate should then be shifted back one week to October 29."

However, Biden's team asserted that President Trump cannot "rewrite the calendar".&nbsp;

Joe Biden had earlier expressed concern over appearing for the next TV debate after President Trump was detected with the virus.

"I'm looking forward to being able to debate him, but I just hope all the protocols are followed," Biden had said, adding," "If he still has COVID, we shouldn't have a debate."

Biden and Trump are set to clash again on October 15. Trump had tested positive for COVID-19 just two days after his first debate with Biden.&nbsp;

Biden and Trump are set to clash again on October 15.

The next US presidential debate between President Trump and Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden will be "virtual", organizers said on Thursday. Watch: However, according to reports, Trump said he will not "participate" in a virtual presidential debate.

The next US presidential debate between President Trump and Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden will be "virtual", organizers said on Thursday. Watch: However, according to reports, Trump said he will not "participate" in a virtual presidential debate. Also Read: Kamala Harris' 'I'm speaking' snub to Pence appears on t-shirts, mugs online "I'm not going to do a virtual debate," the US president told a TV news network while adding that it was "not acceptable to us." Amid the confusion, Trump's campaign manager Bill Stepien said: "An in-person town hall debate, with questions from voters, "should happen on October 22, and accordingly, the third debate should then be shifted back one week to October 29." However, Biden's team asserted that President Trump cannot "rewrite the calendar". Joe Biden had earlier expressed concern over appearing for the next TV debate after President Trump was detected with the virus. "I'm looking forward to being able to debate him, but I just hope all the protocols are followed," Biden had said, adding," "If he still has COVID, we shouldn't have a debate." Biden and Trump are set to clash again on October 15. Trump had tested positive for COVID-19 just two days after his first debate with Biden. Biden and Trump are set to clash again on October 15.

After refusing to participate in 'virtual' debate, Trump team pushes for schedule changes; Biden refuses

Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden, 77, on Tuesday&nbsp;released his 2019 tax returns just hours ahead of the first US elections TV debate&nbsp;with President Trump in Cleveland.

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Biden's move comes after the New York Times reported that the US president had paid taxes just ten times in the last 15 years and had just $750 in income taxes in 2016 and 2017.

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According to Biden's tax records, the Democratic presidential hopeful and his wife Jill paid more than $346,000 in taxes in 2019 while showing an income of $985,000. Biden also claimed $47,000 for reportedly overpaying the government.

Senator Kamala Harris who is Biden's vice-president pick also released her income tax returns.&nbsp;

The Biden campaign also implored President Trump,74, to release his returns. The issue of taxes is expected to be one of the big debates on which the two candidates are likely to clash even as opinion polls nationwide show Biden holding a sizeable advantage over the US president.

The debate has been divided into six segments with coronavirus pandemic, violence in US cities, economy, election fairness, US Supreme Court set to dominate the proceedings.

Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden, 77, on Tuesday released his 2019 tax returns just hours ahead of the first US elections TV debate with President Trump in Cleveland.

Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden, 77, on Tuesday released his 2019 tax returns just hours ahead of the first US elections TV debate with President Trump in Cleveland. Watch: Biden's move comes after the New York Times reported that the US president had paid taxes just ten times in the last 15 years and had just $750 in income taxes in 2016 and 2017. Also Read: Trump-Biden first TV debate may prove to be a gamechanger in US elections According to Biden's tax records, the Democratic presidential hopeful and his wife Jill paid more than $346,000 in taxes in 2019 while showing an income of $985,000. Biden also claimed $47,000 for reportedly overpaying the government. Senator Kamala Harris who is Biden's vice-president pick also released her income tax returns. The Biden campaign also implored President Trump,74, to release his returns. The issue of taxes is expected to be one of the big debates on which the two candidates are likely to clash even as opinion polls nationwide show Biden holding a sizeable advantage over the US president. The debate has been divided into six segments with coronavirus pandemic, violence in US cities, economy, election fairness, US Supreme Court set to dominate the proceedings.

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