Trump’s Second Term Stumbles as Voters Demand Affordability Over Revolution
President Donald Trump entered his second term claiming a landslide victory and a mandate for sweeping change. But voters had a simpler demand: affordability. Nearly a year later, rising prices and political missteps have left his administration struggling to regain control.
Trump’s second term began with confidence, but the reality was far less decisive. The election had been razor-thin, with voters prioritising economic relief over his calls for a 'patriotic revolution'. By mid-term, 44% of middle-class Americans reported their finances had worsened, with food and goods becoming increasingly unaffordable. Under pressure, Trump reversed tariffs on beef, bananas, and coffee—effectively admitting that his trade policies had acted as taxes on consumers.
The past year has exposed the limits of Trump’s political power. His economic policies have backfired, his legal battles have faltered, and even his own party has resisted his demands. With Democrats gaining ground in elections and key allies like Greene abandoning him, the administration now faces a weakened position.
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