Staff Reports
The market is looking more uncertain than a cat in a room full of rocking chairs, and Canada is having a hissy fit over the new tariff policy. Meanwhile, the mainstream media thinks they’ve dealt President Trump a staggering blow with their so-called “Signal Gate” story. This episode, however, sounds more like a toddler’s tantrum than a legitimate news bombshell. When Trump aides mistakenly threw in Jeffrey Goldberg, a columnist notorious for spouting anti-Trump nonsense, into a private chat about their anti-Houthi strategy, it’s clear the only thing wounded here is the media’s credibility.
In classic fashion, the media wants to pitch this as a major security breach threatening national interests. What they won’t mention? Trump’s approval ratings have been climbing like a squirrel on an energy drink. Yes, even CNN—a network that has previously engaged in making mountains out of molehills—has captured this resurgence. Recent polls point to a surge in Trump’s popularity that has the left scratching their heads in disbelief.
"Signal Gate" was a high-effort, coordinated info op.
Zero effect. https://t.co/fnzfHF9oix
— Mark Mitchell, Rasmussen Reports (@honestpollster) April 1, 2025
The so-called “grave issue” the press is crying over? That miscalculates the intelligence of the average voter who knows the truth. The most telling aspect of these numbers is that Trump is gaining traction with demographics that you wouldn’t traditionally associate with the Republican Party, like young voters, lower-income brackets, and even Hispanic Americans. The 2024 election is not just about red states and blue states; it’s about the emergence of a more vibrant Trump coalition that the GOP could capitalize on.
What do the polls say? According to Gallup, Trump’s approval has increased from 42% to 45% in the early months of his second term. The biggest surprise is that the traditional conservative base isn’t the one pushing these numbers. Older Americans have shown a dip in approval, while younger voters have flocked to Trump like moths to a flame, with a six-point bump among voters aged 18-49. In fact, approval ratings soared among people of color and the Hispanic community, suggesting something big is bubbling under the political surface.
The irony here is thick enough to cut with a knife: Trump’s approval could have been even higher had he focused on pushing his crucial budget reconciliation package instead of wrestling with Canada and Mexico over tariffs. While market fluctuations may be giving investors indigestion, there is an underlying strategy at play. The forthcoming budget holds critical elements, like continuing tax cuts that previously sparked an economic boom during Trump’s first term.
Unsure of the outcome? Keep an eye on Trump as he readies himself for the next round in this political boxing ring. As the left continues to shake its fists, Trump is expanding his base, proving that even in chaotic times, he’s a master at capturing the pulse of the American people.
