Border Closed: $40 Billion Saved from Illegals

Trump’s Second Term Delivers Historic Economic Wins While Tackling Cartels and Restoring American Strength.

Quick Take

  • Trump administration achieves record economic growth with 7 million new jobs and unemployment at historic lows
  • Over 170 executive orders signed to close borders, end woke policies, and restore constitutional values
  • Foreign policy victories include NATO defense spending increases, Middle East ceasefires, and cartel designations
  • Companies pledge $7.6 trillion in investments as markets reach record highs under Trump leadership

Economic Renaissance Under Trump’s Leadership

President Trump’s return to office coincided with significant economic growth and job creation. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, America has gained 7 million new jobs, with unemployment reaching 3.5 percent—a low not recorded in the last half-century. According to the Department of Labor, blue-collar wage growth reached its largest increase in nearly 60 years. Companies and foreign governments have pledged over $7.6 trillion in investments into the United States, citing confidence in Trump’s pro-business agenda and deregulatory approach.

Restoring Constitutional Order and American Values

The Trump administration has signed over 170 executive orders, delivering on core campaign promises focused on border security and federal policy changes. These orders address critical issues including border enforcement, restricting gender-affirming care for minors, issuing guidance on transgender athletes in school sports, promoting domestic energy production, limiting federal agencies’ ability to censor, and curtailing federal diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. These actions reflect a significant policy shift in federal operations, reversing a number of prior administration policies.

Defeating International Threats and Criminal Networks

Trump’s foreign policy has pursued objectives focused on conflict resolution and deterrence. The administration has significantly curtailed Iran’s nuclear enrichment capabilities by imposing new sanctions and executing diplomatic pressure, secured ceasefires between India-Pakistan and Israel-Iran following focused diplomatic engagement, and brokered a peace agreement between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Most significantly for border security, Trump has focused on international cartels by designating eight Latin American criminal organizations, including Tren de Aragua, MS-13, and the Sinaloa Cartel, as terrorist groups, citing the organizations’ role in the domestic drug trafficking crisis.

Rebuilding Military Strength and NATO Commitment

Trump secured a NATO agreement requiring members to raise defense spending toward the two percent of GDP target, a long-term U.S. foreign policy objective. According to the Department of Defense, the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, and Space Force all reached recruitment goals months in advance, reversing years of previous concerns. Additionally, Trump inked an agreement providing billions in military equipment to Ukraine, contingent on significant financial contributions from NATO members, while maintaining American security commitments and deterring global adversaries.

Protecting American Citizens and Border Security

The Trump administration has prioritized federal benefit programs for American citizens, stating over $40 billion in benefits have been protected from unauthorized individuals since signing an executive order ending taxpayer subsidization of benefits for unauthorized individuals. This action aligns with the administration’s policy goal of prioritizing U.S. citizens in the distribution of federal benefits. Combined with border closure initiatives and cartel crackdowns, Trump’s immigration policies aim to address sovereignty and security concerns related to unauthorized immigration.

Market Confidence and Deregulation Drive Growth

Stock markets have reached multiple record highs, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq consistently setting new benchmarks amid the administration’s deregulatory policies. This reflects investor confidence in deregulatory efforts aimed at reducing federal restrictions on business. The Trump administration reports eliminating eight old regulations for every one new regulation adopted, which an analysis by the Council of Economic Advisors estimates provides American households an extra $3,100 annually and reduces regulatory compliance costs by $50 billion. This deregulatory approach contrasts with the regulatory policies of the previous administration.

Sources:

Trump Administration Accomplishments – The White House
Trump Administration Accomplishments – McLeanGOP
President Trump Marks Six Months in Office with Historic Successes

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