Overview

• President Trump posted on Truth Social that the U.S. is the “hottest” and most respected country after reviving it through ending “numerous wars” and other actions.
• He hailed the recent passage of the “One Big, Beautiful Bill,” an omnibus measure containing his key spending and tax cut priorities.
• Trump asserted record‐high approval within the Republican Party, citing polls showing his support among GOP and MAGA voters as high as 95%.
• Democratic strategist Mike Nellis disputed the claim of lower living costs, arguing tariffs have driven up grocery and housing prices instead of reducing them.
• An Ipsos survey across 29 countries found just 46% expect the U.S. to have a positive influence on world affairs, down from 59% before the 2024 election.