Donald Trump energized thousands of supporters at a rally held in Washington, D.C., on Sunday, where he committed to imposing stringent immigration restrictions on his first day in office. The rally, part of the "Make America Great Again Victory Rally," saw Trump declare, "By the time the sun sets tomorrow, the invasion of our country will have come to a halt," as cheers erupted from the crowd according to the South China Morning Post.

Repeating his pivotal campaign promise, Trump spoke of initiating the largest deportation effort in U.S. history, a daunting task expected to cost billions and span years. In his characteristic style, he delivered a blend of bravado, controversial claims, and ambitious commitments that mirrored his past campaign speeches since his initial presidential run. "This is the greatest political movement in American history," he declared, asserting that the previous election was an unprecedented victory for his platform.

This rally marked Trump's first major address in Washington since the January 6 events of 2021, where he had earlier incited a protest leading to the Capitol's storming. Presently, he has indicated plans to pardon many involved in that incident. Trump's new administration is anticipated to take a hardline stance on national security, with proposed measures to classify drug cartels as "foreign terrorist organizations" and the reinstatement of the "Remain in Mexico" policy for asylum seekers.

Additionally, Trump vowed to remove "radical woke ideologies" from the military while also hinting at ambitious technological plans, such as developing a missile defense system for the U.S. However, specifics on these initiatives remain sparse. He also indicated a desire to undo what he described as the "over-classification" of important documents, likely in reference to ongoing legal troubles regarding classified material he retained post-presidency.

Golfing and leisure activities will be juxtaposed against tonight’s solemn inauguration, where events have shifted indoors due to severe weather conditions. Trump has also pledged to disclose classified documents regarding historical assassinations of notable figures which have remained undisclosed.

The rally drew a passionate crowd, many sporting red MAGA merchandise, and enduring harsh weather conditions to show their support. One attendee, Val Tordjman, expressed a desire to witness the moment in person, emphasizing its significance despite the severe cold.

Some notable figures from the tech industry were present, including TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew and Elon Musk, the wealthiest man globally and a notable ally of Trump. Chew's attendance followed TikTok's restoration of service due to Trump's promises to delay a potential ban on the app.

As the nation anticipates Trump's inauguration on Monday, the event is expected to be heavily secured, with reports indicating that approximately 25,000 law enforcement personnel will ensure public safety during the ceremonies according to Voice of America.