Donald Trump promised Americans a booming economy: “…the best jobs, the biggest paychecks, the brightest economic future the world has ever seen.” As egg prices reach a new high (just in time for Easter), he’s now bracing Americans for economic turmoil. His chaotic and destabilizing trade war will dramatically increase costs on a broad swath of products, including toys, clothes, and electronics.

Trump’s overhaul of the federal workforce has targeted scientific research and international aid. Cuts also hit central Pennsylvanians – farmers who supply food banks, and programs treating veterans with PTSD.

Some cuts are purely petty. Eliminating National History Day, a nationwide competition that engages more than a half-million students annually and prepares students for success and civic engagement–something that benefits us all.

As Americans struggle with increased prices and reduced services, Trump frivolously spends $3.4 million for *each* golf excursion.

Trump vindictively targets law firms and universities whose policies or employees he doesn’t like. And he aggressively targets individuals who challenge his false claims.

He issued a brazenly vengeful executive order to investigate Christopher Krebs, former head of Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security, for refuting claims that the 2020 election was rigged. Alarm bells should sound when the president exacts retribution against people who dare to tell the truth that the 2020 election was not stolen. He’s testing American democracy.

Trump isn’t using his office to improve Americans’ lives. He’s wielding his power like a Mafia mob-boss and Republicans in Congress are helping him do it!

MARGIE SWOBODA

Julian

Submitted by Virtual Newsroom