In this episode, Jeffrey Lichtman dives into the aftermath of the 2024 election — Kamala Harris’s resounding defeat and the unexpected national shift that defied nearly every major poll. Jeff openly admits he underestimated the American electorate, having repeatedly predicted that Trump could never win. But last week, Trump did just that, sweeping the popular vote, dominating in swing states, and leaving pundits scrambling to explain why they got it so wrong. Jeff reflects on the issues that broke in Trump’s favor: from crime and immigration to economic and foreign policies that Americans across demographics were ready to change.
Jeff also dissects the hypocrisy of the left’s elite, who preached social justice and open borders while ignoring Americans’ real needs. He explores the hard truths that Harris and the Democrats refused to face, from soaring crime rates to economic strain and unchecked immigration. America had enough, and Jeff sees this election as a signal that the tide has turned. With the House and Senate now in his favor, Trump has a narrow window to make real changes, but as Jeff warns, he can’t waste time this time around.
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