The 'Donald Trump’s Prime-time Immigration Address' meme originates from a televised speech delivered by President Donald Trump on January 8, 2019, from the Oval Office. During the address, Trump argued for funding for a wall along the U.S.-Mexico border, citing a humanitarian and security crisis. While the original context was highly political and serious, the image of Trump sitting stoically behind the Resolute Desk quickly became a favorite for internet satirists. It is frequently used to represent someone making an overly dramatic or serious announcement about mundane everyday topics, such as explaining a bad grade to parents or justifying a questionable purchase. The formal setting of the Oval Office provides a stark, humorous contrast to the often absurd captions users apply to the template.