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Trump Boasts of A 'Golden Age' In State of the Union

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Trump Boasts of A 'Golden Age' In State of the Union
Above: Donald Trump delivers the State of the Union address at the Capitol on Feb. 24, 2026. Image credit: Kenny Holston-Pool/Getty Images

The Spin

Trump's State of the Union proved America is experiencing unprecedented prosperity and safety under his leadership. Gas prices hit their lowest point in nearly five years, energy dominance is now a reality rather than a promise, and bold policies are delivering results that Democrats fear acknowledging. The administration generated more oil and gas revenue in one year than Biden managed in four combined, while making communities safer and restoring hope across the nation.

The longest State of the Union in 60 years offered nothing but empty spectacle from a convicted fraudster declaring war on fraud. While Trump boasts about a golden age, grocery prices keep climbing, rent continues rising and health care costs surge for ordinary Americans. This dystopian vision wrapped in false optimism can't hide the reality that the country is turning against his failed leadership.

Metaculus Prediction

There's a 29% chance that Donald J. Trump will vacate the U.S. presidency before noon Eastern Time on Jan. 20, 2029, according to the Metaculus prediction community.


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