Trump’s UN Speech Overshadowed by Escalator Glitch and Tylenol Backlash

President Donald Trump addressed the United Nations General Assembly in New York for the first time since beginning his second term. His speech touched on global flashpoints including the Russia-Ukraine conflict, climate change, artificial intelligence, and the Gaza-Israel crisis. Trump condemned Hamas for “rejecting reasonable efforts to make peace” and urged hostages’ release, insisting peace can only begin when Hamas ends its demands.

But before his address, Trump and First Lady Melania faced an unexpected incident when the UN building’s escalator malfunctioned mid-ride. “The escalator just broke down… with us in the middle of it,” Trump remarked, later joking that his only takeaways from the UN were “a bad escalator and a bad teleprompter.”

Beyond the light moment, controversy erupted over Trump’s recent claim that Tylenol, widely used by pregnant women, could be linked to autism. The remark drew criticism from health experts and Tylenol’s manufacturer, Kenvue, which strongly refuted the claim. The company emphasized that acetaminophen remains the safest option during pregnancy and is supported by decades of research.

Trump’s UN appearance has now become a mix of policy statements, viral moments, and heated medical debate.