WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump declared Wednesday that his administration has "made America great again," asserting the country's economic strength is self-evident. "I did this for one reason — to make America great again, and that's what's happening right before your very eyes," Trump said. He added the economy "is going to get a lot greater."
The president's optimistic assessment landed against a split market. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.5 percent to 51,947, reflecting gains in established industrial sectors. The Nasdaq Composite dropped 0.6 percent to 24,976, indicating caution in technology and growth stocks. The Russell 2000, a gauge for smaller U.S. companies, also fell 0.3 percent to 2,930.
Trump's economic agenda has centered on tax incentives and deregulation, particularly in energy and manufacturing — policies that primarily benefit large corporations and established businesses seeking to expand domestic operations.
Despite the president's confident tone, broader investor sentiment remains cautious. The Crypto Fear & Greed Index sits at 27, signaling a fear environment. Investors cite ongoing concerns about inflation, interest rate policy under Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh and geopolitical instability.
By framing current conditions as a direct result of his policies, Trump is working to consolidate political support ahead of future legislative initiatives.
