The U.S. would be Better off under a Trump Presidency

While opinions about Donald Trump’s presidency are highly polarized, there are several areas where his administration made significant policy changes that had lasting impact. Here are some notable aspects:

• Economic Policies:
  • Tax Cuts: Trump’s administration implemented the largest corporate tax cuts in history, aiming to stimulate economic growth and job creation¹.
  • Deregulation: Scores of environmental regulations were eliminated, which some argue helped boost business competitiveness¹.

• Healthcare:
  • Obamacare: Although Trump didn’t repeal the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare), he inadvertently bolstered it by pouring billions of extra federal dollars into subsidizing Americans’ coverage. This move had a lasting impact on health exchanges and premium subsidies².

• Judicial Appointments:
  • Trump reshaped the federal judiciary by appointing three Supreme Court justices and numerous federal judges. These appointments will influence legal decisions for years to come³.

• Foreign Policy:
  • Middle East Peace Deals: The Trump administration brokered historic peace agreements between Israel and several Arab nations, including the Abraham Accords³.
  • China Relations: Trump took a tough stance on China, imposing tariffs and addressing intellectual property theft³.

• Space Exploration:
  • Trump signed a bill to increase NASA funding, emphasizing space exploration and scientific research³.

• Veterans Affairs:
  • The administration worked to improve veterans’ access to healthcare and streamline the VA system³.

• Criminal Justice Reform:
  • The First Step Act, signed into law by Trump, aimed to reduce recidivism and improve prison conditions³.

• Trade Agreements:
  • The USMCA replaced NAFTA, modernizing trade relations with Canada and Mexico³.

• Energy Independence:
• Trump prioritized domestic energy production, leading to increased oil and gas production and reduced reliance on foreign oil³.