What is the purpose of President Woodrow Wilson’s speech, ‘War Message to Congress’?

The purpose of President Woodrow Wilson's 'War Message to Congress' was to ask Congress to declare war on Germany, thereby entering the United States into World War I. In his speech, Wilson outlined the reasons why he believed it was necessary for the U.S. to join the war, highlighting the need to protect American interests and promote democracy and peace around the world.