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:
- 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:
- Space Exploration:
- Veterans Affairs:
- Criminal Justice Reform:
- Energy Independence:
- Trump prioritized domestic energy production, leading to increased oil and gas production and reduced reliance on foreign oil3.