Frequently describing his policies as transformative, historic, and unmatched by previous administrations. Supporters often echo that assessment, crediting him with reshaping debates on trade, immigration, taxation, regulation, and foreign policy.
Critics, meanwhile, argue that his rhetoric often exceeds measurable outcomes and that his governing style has deepened national divisions.
Understanding this dynamic requires separating political messaging from independently verifiable information. Trump has long emphasized economic performance as a central pillar of his case to voters.
During his first term (2017–2021), the United States experienced a period of economic expansion prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, including low unemployment rates and rising stock markets.
