President Trump’s goal is to fix the economy. He’s worked countless hours to try and achieve that goal.
And new U.S. economic numbers have left experts utterly speechless.
America’s economy is roaring ahead, smashing expectations and proving once again that President Trump’s strategies are delivering real wins for hardworking families.
The latest numbers from the Commerce Department’s Bureau of Economic Analysis show that gross domestic product surged at a 4.3% annualized rate in the third quarter. That’s a jump from the already strong 3.8% pace seen in the second quarter, leaving economists scratching their heads since they only predicted to Reuters a modest 3.3% growth.
This powerhouse performance comes straight from the pockets of everyday Americans, who ramped up their spending like never before. Consumer outlays climbed at a brisk 3.5% rate last quarter, up from 2.5% in the prior period, fueling the kind of economic fire that keeps jobs flowing and businesses thriving.
President Trump didn’t hesitate to point out the real hero behind these stellar results: his tough tariffs on foreign imports. These measures are shielding American workers from unfair competition and pumping life back into our industries.
“The TARIFFS are responsible for the GREAT USA Economic Numbers JUST ANNOUNCED,” Trump stated. “AND THEY WILL ONLY GET BETTER! Also, NO INFLATION & GREAT NATIONAL SECURITY. Pray for the U.S. Supreme Court!!!”
His words hit home, reminding everyone that protecting our borders and our economy goes hand in hand. No more letting globalists drain our wealth—Trump’s approach is building a fortress of prosperity right here at home.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt piled on, celebrating the victory over the constant stream of negativity from the left. She made it clear that this report is a total rebuke to those who bet against America under Trump.
“Trust in Trump. The President’s pro-growth policies are working, and the best is yet to come!” she said.
Of course, this data didn’t come out on time because of that ridiculous 43-day government shutdown. Now it’s a bit stale, but the strength it reveals is undeniable and sets the stage for even bigger gains.
Digging deeper, the consumer spending spike shows Americans confidently opening their wallets.
Part of this rush came from smart buyers snapping up electric vehicles before those temporary tax credits vanished on September 30. Folks knew a good deal when they saw one and acted fast, boosting sales in the quarter.
But since then, motor vehicle purchases dipped in October and November, and spending in other areas has been uneven. Still, that doesn’t dim the overall triumph—it’s just the ebb and flow of a dynamic market responding to real-world incentives.
Looking ahead, the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office warns that the shutdown could knock off between 1.0 and 2.0 percentage points from fourth-quarter GDP.
That’s the cost of political gamesmanship from the opposition, hurting real people.
They figure most of that lost ground will be made up eventually, but we’re talking about $7 billion to $14 billion gone for good.
Surveys paint a picture of who’s leading this charge: wealthier households, buoyed by a skyrocketing stock market that’s swelling their nest eggs.
As everyone charges into the new year, these numbers are a rallying cry for sticking with the Trump administration.
Trump’s tariffs aren’t just talk—they’re turbocharging growth, keeping inflation at bay, and bolstering our defenses against foreign threats.
