Staff Reports
Despite the slippery nature of electoral mandates, it seems Donald Trump’s team is feeling good after a promising transition period. While some political analysts may tread lightly, warning against overconfidence, there’s no denying that Trump has a clear mandate from the people—if they can stay on board. With the Democrats constantly crying over spilt milk, it’s hard to ignore the rising wave of approval Trump enjoys, particularly among demographics that are traditionally seen as resistant.
Take seasoned political pundit Brit Hume, for example. He has taken it upon himself to throw a little cold water on the Trump team’s celebratory spirits. While he does acknowledge Trump’s impressive victory and resilience against relentless opposition, he warns that a “clear and convincing win” shouldn’t be mistaken for an everlasting endorsement. Hume points to Joe Biden’s narrow win in 2020, where he attempted to don the mantle of FDR but instead crashed headfirst into inflation, leaving his approval ratings in shambles. In a world where true mandates are rare, it appears that lessons from the Biden era are being heeded, even if the Democrats remain blissfully unaware.
CBS poll: 59% of Americans approve of the Trump transition so far.https://t.co/FqqZOpeCUy pic.twitter.com/Cq1CpK0S03
— Andy Kaczynski (@KFILE) November 24, 2024
Despite Hume’s caution, early indications suggest that the American public is largely on board with the Trump transition. A recent CBS poll reveals that 59% of Americans approve of what they see so far. This isn’t just a triumph for Trump supporters; it’s a thumbs-up from voters across the spectrum, including those who may not have cast their ballot for him. Particularly eye-catching are the numbers among younger voters, who show a remarkable 65% approval rate for the incoming Trump administration. That’s right, the same demographic that has seemingly been brainwashed by leftist agendas seems to be warming up to the idea of Trump 2.0.
Hume’s cautions about the risks of overestimating one’s mandate fall pretty flat when faced with exit polls indicating robust support for Trump’s more controversial initiatives. Support for practical measures, such as the mass deportation of illegal immigrants, reflects a public sentiment that often goes unmentioned by self-serving Democrats. A CBS poll found that 57% of those surveyed approve of a national deportation program targeting illegal immigrants, highlighting a glaring disconnect between what the voting population wants and what the left is pushing.
As Hume pointed out, the public is keenly aware of Trump’s long-standing commitment to national security and the deportation of illegal immigrants, a promise he hasn’t shied away from. In fact, even among demographics that normally lean left, like Hispanics, support for deportation measures is split nearly down the middle. It seems that Americans, regardless of their traditional allegiances, are recognizing the importance of law and order in their communities. Meanwhile, the Democrat resistance remains predictably passive, wavering between knee-jerk outrage and apathy.
With Trump set to reinstate robust immigration policies and with a public that largely backs him, the onus lies on opposing leaders to reckon with their constituents’ demands. As illustrated by the unfortunate incident of an illegal immigrant charged with serious crimes in Denver, the stakes could not be higher. The outgoing administration may have loosened procedures that coddle illegal immigrants, but the incoming Trump administration promises to revisit those policies—making it a bumpy ride for those clinging to the status quo. Such realities should serve as a wakeup call to local leaders and constituents: ignoring the law ultimately endangers their communities.
