One Year After the Election, Trump and Republicans Are Using Their Mandate, Delivering Results for the American People

WASHINGTON — One year ago, the American people sent President Donald Trump and Congressional Republicans to Washington with a mandate to restore common sense, secure the border, rebuild the economy, and put America first again. Now, just twelve months into that mandate, the results are unmistakable: a stronger border, safer streets, lower costs, and a nation once again proud of its strength. Together, President Trump and Republicans in Congress are ushering in an American Golden Age — defined by peace, prosperity, and the return of accountability. SECURING THE BORDER Declared a national emergency at the southern border — unleashing every available federal resource to stop the chaos and restore law and order. Illegal crossings along U.S.-Mexico border plummet to lowest annual level since 1970. More than 150,000 criminal aliens have been arrested and 139,000 deported since January. Since President Trump took office, fentanyl trafficking at the southern border has fallen by 56% compared to the same period in 2024. RESTORING LAW AND ORDER Reports from 68 law enforcement agencies show that homicides dropped 19% nationwide in the first half of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024 Murders in Washington, D.C. are down 60% since President Trump’s crackdown on violent crime in the nation’s capital. The Laken Riley Act became law, mandating detention and removal of criminal illegal aliens. CUTTING WASTE FRAUD AND ABUSE IN GOVERNMENT Ended taxpayer-funded benefits going to illegal aliens, saving over $185 billion. Created the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), saving more than $1,300 per taxpayer. The federal workforce is being reshaped around merit and accountability, not bureaucracy. DELIVERING TAX RELIEF Republicans prevented the largest tax hike in American history . Eliminated taxes on tips and overtime while providing tax relief for seniors. Locked in permanent tax breaks for small businesses to deduct equipment costs and interest expenses. LOWERING COSTS AND RAISING PAY Core inflation at a four-year low. The national average for a gallon of regular gasoline fell below $3 in October. Blue-collar wages saw largest growth in nearly 60 years. Stock indexes repeatedly hitting record highs as optimism returns to Main Street and Wall Street alike. In February, consumer confidence hit its highest point since 2018. UNLEASHING AMERICAN ENERGY Domestic crude oil production reached a record 13.8 million barrels per day in August. Opened around 200 million acres of public land to oil and gas drilling. Expanded American energy production through new federal lease sales and streamlined permitting — unlocking domestic oil, gas, and mineral development. PUTTING AMERICA FIRST IN TRADE AND MANUFACTURING Secured new and improved trade agreements with major U.S. partners — covering over half of global GDP and delivering better terms for American workers and businesses. In August 2025, the U.S. collected a record $30.1 billion in tariffs — pushing year-to-date revenue to $171.9 billion, up $96 billion from last year. Scores of companies have announced trillions of dollars in new investments, bringing production back to the U.S. and creating tens of thousands of good-paying American jobs. REBUILDING AMERICA’S STRENGTH In 2025, all 32 NATO member countries are expected to spend at least 2% of GDP on defense, up from only three in 2014. After years of shortfalls - all six U.S. military branches met their FY 2025 recruiting goals . The U.S. Army met its FY 2025 recruiting goal early — signing over 61,000 new soldiers four months ahead of schedule. President Trump ended 8 wars in his first 8 months back in office . PROTECTING FAMILIES AND FREEDOM Banned federal dollars from being used for the chemical and surgical mutilation of our children. Blocks taxpayer funding for the abortion industry. Established a nationwide school choice program , allowing K–12 students to use federal vouchers for tuition and other qualifying educational expenses — putting parents, not bureaucrats, in charge of their children’s education. ###