Staff Reports
As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to make his triumphant return to the White House, where he will undoubtedly be heralded as the 47th president (once again), the American populace is brimming with hope. According to a recent Gallup survey, which is about as welcome in liberal circles as a cactus in a balloon factory, a majority of Americans believe Trump will actually deliver on those hefty campaign promises. Clearly, Trump’s gambit to return to his presidential throne is resonating with the optimistic hearts of conservatives across the nation.
The views on Trump’s potential success are pretty stark depending on the issue at hand. While Americans seem somewhat less enthused about Trump tackling topics like race relations and healthcare—issues the Democrats love to throw around—he never claimed those issues were the central pieces of his agenda. No surprise there. What truly matters to the majority of Americans is his focus on the real bread-and-butter issues: controlling the border and stimulating the economy. The numbers reflect that Republicans might just be onto something, or at the very least, they aren’t holding their breath for more government handouts.
Trump supporters are especially confident about his ability to tackle illegal immigration, with a solid 68% believing he can tighten the grip on our southern border. This is a number that surely sends shivers down the spines of sanctuary city mayors. Additionally, 60% of respondents are convinced he will reduce unemployment while keeping the nation safe from terrorism. It seems the American people don’t just want more talk; they want action on issues that keep their families and communities safe.
Interestingly, on two other issues, cutting taxes and reducing crime, a majority of respondents believe Trump will wave his magic wand and deliver results—54% and 51%, respectively. This potential for a crime-free, tax-cutting utopia under Trump’s rule does invigorate the conservative base, who are probably dusting off their “Make America Great Again” hats even as Biden’s administration scrambles to hold its ground.
Most expect Trump to achieve top campaign promises on border, terrorism, taxes, MAGA, world respect.https://t.co/5ShlNraxQU via @dcexaminer
— Paul Bedard (@SecretsBedard) January 2, 2025
However, the Gallup survey does reveal one chink in Trump’s armor: a mere 47% believe he will succeed in draining the swamp. Despite planning to establish a “Department of Government Efficiency,” with none other than Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy at the helm, public skepticism remains. It appears there are some who think Washington, D.C. might be a tad too entrenched in its bureaucratic ways.
In summary, while some issues may inspire less confidence among the general population, Trump’s popularity and ability to tap into the right issues for conservatism remains a powerful force. Americans clearly want someone who will roll up their sleeves and attack the problems that matter most to them. If one thing is certain, it’s that Trump’s next term promises to be anything but boring.
