At a National Republican Congressional Committee dinner, President Donald Trump called opponents of his agenda “traitors” and accused them of treason, particularly for supporting open borders.
He emphasized that Democrats fear his America First policies might succeed, not fail.
Trump criticized judicial decisions favoring suspected gang members and reaffirmed his commitment to American workers over global interests. He stated he is proud to represent Main Street over Wall Street and the middle class over the political elite.
Despite backlash over sweeping tariffs, Trump’s approval rating has climbed to 53%, with notable gains among young voters, Black voters, Democrats, and independents.
Small business leaders have praised his economic focus, with many anticipating growth under his leadership. Business advocates credit Trump for cutting red tape and prioritizing the economy, although some note his messaging needs improvement.
Overall, optimism about economic recovery is rising.