Americans across the country witnessed something remarkable Tuesday night as President Trump delivered his address to a joint session of Congress: leadership. Real leadership. And boy, did the Democrats hate it. They really showed their true colors with their despicable behavior, and I truly believe it’s going to backfire on them. Here’s why.
As PJ Media previously reported, two instant polls following the speech showed overwhelmingly positive reactions from viewers. When you consider how much the media hates on Trump, you wonder how that’s possible. The answer is easier than you think: Trump's commonsense, America First message is winning over the country while Democrats sit on their hands — except when Ukraine is mentioned, of course.
Here’s how we can tell.
Based on data from the analytics firm EyesOver, there was a significant boost in “positive sentiment” toward Trump during his address, while Democrats experienced a decline. No surprise there. Americans appreciate a president who delivers results rather than empty promises.
In the recent joint session of Congress, President Donald Trump delivered a speech that resonated positively among his supporters, showcasing his administration's achievements and reinforcing his leadership vision. This speech significantly boosted his positive sentiment ratings, as indicated by the green uptick in his chart.
Trump's direct, unfiltered leadership style continues to be his greatest strength. While the Washington establishment and media elites sneer at his bluntness, everyday Americans see it as refreshing honesty and—more importantly—the fulfillment of campaign promises. What a concept!
But it wasn’t just a good night for Trump; it was a bad night for Democrats.
Conversely, the Democrats experienced a decline in sentiment and support during the same event, reflecting a moderate risk and negative reaction to their conduct during the session.
The graphic goes into detail about the biggest wins for Trump.
EyesOver Trump Address Analysis by PJ Media
Immigration and border security took center stage, with Trump reaffirming his commitment to deporting criminals who never should have been in our country in the first place. His mention of the Laken Riley Act — named for the 22-year-old nursing student allegedly murdered by an illegal immigrant — drew thunderous applause from Republicans. Democrats? Not so much. Apparently, acknowledging American victims of failed border policies doesn't fit their open-borders agenda.
On Ukraine, Trump outlined his pragmatic approach of using negotiation leverage, including mineral rights—a stark contrast to the Biden-Harris blank check policy that drained American resources with no exit strategy. Trump's message was clear: America's interests come first.
The president's defense of tariffs — which the globalist elite have demonized for years — received strong support from Americans who understand these measures are crucial for revitalizing our manufacturing sector and creating jobs. Remember when "experts" claimed manufacturing jobs weren't coming back? Under Trump, they are.
Meanwhile, Democrats embarrassed themselves with childish disruptions throughout the speech. Rep. Al Green (D-Texas) had to be forcibly removed by the Sergeant at Arms—a fitting image for a party that has abandoned serious governance for performative resistance.
Most telling was what Democrats chose to applaud and not applaud. They couldn’t stand and cheer for a young cancer survivor, a freed hostage, or Laken Riley’s family, but Ukraine received a standing ovation. As EyesOver noted, many voters believe Democrats "prioritize foreign agendas over American interests."
Related: Ouch! Even MSNBC Thought the Democrats Messed Up Big Time During Trump’s Speech
The Democrats' immigration stance — essentially advocating for open borders while ignoring the economic and security consequences — is increasingly out of step with American concerns. Their response to Trump's policy proposals was, as EyesOver described, "disunited and ineffective" — much like their entire agenda.
That’s why Trump is winning over America. He’s speaking to the issues Americans care about, and Democrats are having childish hissy fits and pandering to their radical base.
The American people are noticing the difference — and that should terrify Democrats.
