Amidst the frenzied media coverage, President Donald Trump’s counterrevolution continues to make progress. The outcome may hinge on economic conditions as we approach the midterm elections in November 2026. However, achieving long-awaited reforms must be done thoughtfully and systematically, as compassion and subtlety will be key.
Without a sense of sovereignty and security, it’s hard to sustain our nation. We’re talking about 10 to 12 million undocumented immigrants crossing the border, along with around 500,000 criminal foreigners at large.
Past administrations made it easy to undermine borders and welcome an influx of migrants. The challenge lies with those who follow—restoring security, identifying lawbreakers, and advocating for lawful immigration. Trump appears to be on the right side of these issues and has made meaningful strides.
It’s no secret that a $2 trillion budget deficit, a $37 trillion national debt, and a $1.2 trillion trade deficit are simply not sustainable.
Historically, politicians prior to the 21st century found it easier to campaign on reducing debt, as it was much simpler to print money rather than make real cuts. Maintaining a strong moral stance is possible for the Trump administration, as long as it commits to budget reductions, addresses the displacement of federal workers, promotes private sector jobs, and moves forward discreetly.
The elite universities have kept their practices hidden from the public eye. They were eager for a Supreme Court ruling against race-based preferences, all while maintaining segregated policies in admissions, employment, and housing.
These institutions have accepted billions from authoritarian regimes like Communist China and Qatar, partnering with foreign entities while disguising their conflicts of interest.
Moreover, these esteemed universities have not adequately addressed the rising anti-Semitism on their campuses in the past. They’ve also managed to set tuition and costs above the rate of inflation, benefiting from a $1.7 trillion federally guaranteed student loan system.
Students face exorbitant fees for federal grants that vary between 40-60%. They lack sufficient ideological and intellectual diversity.
It’s disheartening to think that even our most respected institutions might lack a true moral compass. As long as Trump remains assertive in his positions, the public is likely to call for reforms in higher education and possibly suspension of federal funding.
The economy’s strength seems promising, yet its future is tied to trade agreements with countries contributing to a hefty trade deficit of $1.2 trillion. Key players include China, the EU, Canada, Mexico, and others.
These nations understand that tariffs aren’t balanced. Yet, they might mistakenly believe the U.S. either accepts trade deficits or is too ideologically committed to a laissez-faire approach to demand accountability.
Similarly, the Trump administration aligns well with trade issues. One critical aspect is to avoid viewing tariffs as a limitless source of revenue; the data doesn’t endorse such a view.
The American populace has endorsed fairness and reciprocal trade practices. They don’t see tariffs as financial lifelines, especially when they face deficit pressures from foreign partners.
The Democrats, meanwhile, have offered little in terms of a viable alternative to Trump’s agenda. There’s no significant leadership within the party proposing new policies, and they’ve distanced themselves from Biden’s record on immigration, rising deficits, and more.
Instead, the left seems to be leaning into chaos. It embraces disruptive tactics, vulgar protests, and threats toward figures like Elon Musk and Trump supporters.
This turbulent environment isn’t a sign of failure for Trump’s counterrevolution but rather an indication that it’s progressing. The opposition seems ethically weakened and lacks a coherent response.
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About the author
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(Victor Davis Hanson is a notable fellow at the Center for Greatness in America. He is a classicist and historian at the Stanford University Hoover Institute, as well as the author of “World War II: How the First Global Conflict Fought and Won.”
