There has been a noticeable shift in America since Donald Trump’s unexpected victory in 2016.
Even his supporters were not fully convinced he would win back then.
The Washington establishment, both Democrats and Republicans, were taken by surprise by President Trump’s win.
Back in 2016, there was a reluctance to openly support Trump; however, that has changed significantly.
Now, beyond his loyal base, there has been a rapid cultural shift in America.
The once hostility towards Trump’s MAGA movement has dissipated. It is no longer considered taboo to associate with Donald Trump, from Silicon Valley tech billionaires to Hollywood and the business community.
Over the past 48 hours in Washington, this shift has been extremely evident.
Groups in society who previously distanced themselves from Trump are now openly hopeful of his “Make America Great Again” agenda. The MAGA cap has transformed from a symbol of derision to a fashionable accessory.
In the city’s finest restaurants and clubs, glitzy inauguration parties have been taking place, drawing attendees from across the country, not just West Palm Beach and Silicon Valley.
In 2016, it would have been unthinkable for me to attend a lunch gathering of wealthy Arab-Americans in support of Trump. Yet, this weekend at Ilili restaurant, there was a sense of optimism and unity among attendees.
This optimism was palpable last night at Donald Trump’s final victory rally.
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What can we expect from Trump’s first term?
At the Capital One Arena, 20,000 people gathered for Trump’s victory rally on the cusp of a remarkable comeback.
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His initial words, met with cheers, were “We won, we won.”
Despite the challenges he has faced, Trump remains resilient and promises significant changes during his second term.
Trump’s plans include ending the war in Ukraine, stabilizing the Middle East, and addressing social issues such as wokeness, critical race theory, and transgender rights in schools.
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What has Trump done since winning?
With presidential power in hand, Trump is poised to make significant changes through executive orders from day one.
He aims to secure the borders and put an end to the chaos in the country by the end of his first day in office.
Trump’s senior advisor, Jason Miller, anticipates swift action and changes under Trump’s leadership.
“I think he will see some immediate action there inside the Rotunda before the president heads over [to the White House]…”
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What do Texans want from Trump?
During his victory speech, Trump welcomed Elon Musk on stage, who is being hailed as his “co-president”.
Elon Musk, along with other top tech executives, including those from Meta, Amazon, and TikTok, are now firmly behind Trump.
Outgoing President Joe Biden views these billionaires as part of an oligarchy close to the government, but others see them as symbols of American success.
The direction and priorities of America seem to be undergoing a significant shift, hinting at profound changes ahead.
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Trump shows off his YMCA moves
The event concluded with the Village People performing “YMCA,” a song inadvertently adopted by Trump’s movement.
Despite their initial support for Kamala Harris, the fact that the Village People performed at Trump’s rally symbolizes a sense of unity and optimism needed for the future of America.