The re-election of Trump is the first step in a longer effort to strengthen the economy and solidify America’s fiscal foundation. The Trump team, now armed with experience they lacked in 2016, appears prepared to make swift progress.
With so many challenges to address, what should take priority? Here are my top five economic recommendations for Trump’s first 100 days.
Secure the border and begin mass deportations
The influx of illegal entrants to the U.S. is not just a security or social policy issue; it’s an economic one. These individuals impose significant costs on American taxpayers. In 2023 alone, the Federation for American Immigration Reform estimated this impact to be $150 billion.
Mass illegal immigration has strained communities nationwide, taken jobs from American citizens, and suppressed wages and opportunities. In 2022, an estimated 8.3 million people participated in the U.S. workforce illegally, adding further strain to taxpayer-funded services, including health care.
Strategic spending cuts that don’t hinder growth are challenging but essential. […]
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