During the week marking his 100th day in office, President Trump frequently mentioned his predecessor, blaming former President Biden for various economic challenges and mocking him during numerous public appearances. Trump attributed the market volatility and GDP decline in his first three months to “Biden’s Stock Market.” Despite highlighting his own achievements, Trump continued to bring up the Biden era in speeches, interviews, and remarks. Critics argue that Trump’s strategy of blaming Biden is losing effectiveness as the country moves on from the previous administration. Trump faced criticism from voters, business leaders, and Republican lawmakers over his economic agenda and trade policies. His first 100 days saw the worst stock market performance at the beginning of a presidential term since the 1970s. Following a disappointing economic growth report, Trump advised patience, attributing market conditions to Biden-era policies. However, CNBC reported skepticism around blaming Biden for market fluctuations. The stock market rebounded during the week on trade talk hopes and positive inflation data, complicating Trump’s attempts to link Biden to market turmoil. Despite these challenges, Trump repeatedly criticized Biden during his public appearances and interviews, expressing disbelief at Biden’s presidency and accusing those around him of being “vicious.”
President Trump criticized the number of migrants in the U.S. and made fun of him in front of his supporters at the White House. He remarked, “Sit down, please. I didn’t even realize you were standing. What an honor for you to have stood for so long. That’s quite an honor. Because I know if Biden was up here, you would have been seated; you may never have stood up.” These comments were made at the National Day of Prayer event on Thursday. According to Republican strategists, while Trump’s loyal base remains engaged in his criticism of Biden, others who voted for him in the 2024 election are eager to see him focus on other issues. The strategists noted that while Trump’s base appreciates his continued attacks on Biden, there is a point of diminishing returns for those who supported both Biden and Trump in different elections. As Trump continues to critique Biden and the high inflation at the start of his administration, there is an expectation from Americans for him to address the economic challenges facing the country. Jordan Wood, a former communication aide in the Trump administration, highlighted the need for a clear plan to navigate the changing economic landscape, including worker shortages and technological advancements. Despite efforts by Trump’s aides to shift the focus to Biden’s economic policies, critics point out that the economy was performing well under Biden’s administration before Trump took office. The debate over economic policies and their impact on American workers continues to be a prominent issue as both sides seek to shape the narrative.
