beltran. colonel beltran stared down evil and did not flinch. he laid down his life for his neighbors, for his country, and for civilization itself. a great plan. [ speaking foreign language ] >> and through that immortal deed, a son of france reminded the world of the true measure of our strength. [ speaking foreign language ] >> president macron, people of france, people of america, now is the time for strength, so let us be strong, let us be united, let us honor our past and face our future with confidence and with pride and let the united states and france stand forever in solidarity for the noble cause of liberty and peace. thank you very much. [ applause ] [ speaking foreign language ] >> ladies and gentlemen, the president of the french republic. [ speaking foreign language ] >> mr. president, dear donald trump, dear melania, dear bridget, dear distinguished guests, thank you for your warm welcome and for honoring france and the franco-american friendship with this state visit, the firs