President Obama delivered a searing speech bookending his victory speech eight years ago. The speech commemorates his 8 years in office, touching on issues of immigration, the successes of his administration and a tribute to the First Lady of the United States, Michelle Obama.
In a diplomatic gesture, Barack also said: “In 10 days the world will witness a hallmark of our democracy. No, no, no, no, no. The peaceful transfer of power from one freely-elected President to the next. I committed to President-Elect Trump that my administration would ensure the smoothest possible transition, just as President Bush did for me. Watch the full speech here: