Trump touts U.S. economy, dismisses climate 'prophets of doom' as Greta looks on

Donald Trump took the center stage at Davos to tout the success of the U.S. economy and called for more investments in America. Full report:

DAVOS, Switzerland - U.S. President Donald Trump touted the success of the U.S. economy in Davos on Tuesday, dismissing “perennial prophets of doom” on climate change to an audience that included Greta Thunberg.

“You say children shouldn’t worry ... don’t be so pessimistic and then, nothing, silence,” star act Thunberg said in her latest high-profile tit-for-tat with the U.S. president. It was the second time Trump has taken the stage at the WEF meeting. Two years ago, he urged companies to invest in America after passing the first tax cuts to encourage business spending.

U.S. President Donald Trump delivers a speech during the 50th World Economic Forum annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland, January 21, 2020. REUTERS/Denis Balibouse“To every business looking for a place to succeed...there is no better place than the U.S.,” he added.

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