Donald Trump’s March 4 congressional address was exactly what we expected: an unhinged rant packed with lies, empty promises, and policies that will actively make life worse for millions of Americans. But the real problem isn’t just Trump—it’s that Democrats are still struggling to put up a real fight.

Instead of a forceful rebuttal, we got weak symbolism and soft critiques. Instead of a united opposition, we got fragmented responses.

Trump’s speech wasn’t just bad—it was a roadmap for disaster, and unless Democrats grow a backbone, he’ll keep steamrolling his way through policies that will wreck the country.

Here’s why his speech was ridiculous—and why his presidency will fail America (again).

1. Trade Policies That Will Hurt, Not Help
   Trump boasted about slapping tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China, claiming they would “revitalize” American manufacturing. What he didn’t mention? These tariffs will make everything more expensive, from groceries to cars. American businesses that rely on imported materials will suffer, and jobs will be lost, not gained. We’ve seen this movie before—tariffs don’t fix the economy, they tank it.
2. More Partisan Bickering, No Real Leadership
   Trump spent a good chunk of his speech attacking Democrats, calling Joe Biden “the worst president in American history.” That’s not policy—it’s playground name-calling. Meanwhile, his supporters ate it up while Democrats mostly sat there looking unimpressed. Where was the fire? Where was the fight? Trump thrives when his opponents seem weak, and last night, Democrats gave him exactly that.
3. A War on Diversity and Inclusion
   One of the loudest applause lines came when Trump declared, “Our country will be ‘woke’ no longer.” Translation: He’s coming for any program that helps marginalized communities. Whether it’s corporate diversity efforts, protections for LGBTQ+ rights, or funding for historically Black colleges, Trump is making it clear—if you’re not part of his base, he doesn’t care about you.
4. Laughable Foreign Policy Takes
   Trump barely mentioned foreign policy, but when he did, it was a mess. He bragged about a minerals deal with Ukraine but ignored the fact that his past comments about cutting aid have already weakened America’s credibility. His approach to diplomacy has always been reckless, and this speech confirmed he still has no real strategy.
5. Ridiculous, Fantasyland Proposals
   Trump claimed he’s done more in 43 days than any president in history (fact check: false). He floated the idea—again—of buying Greenland (why?). And the most absurd of all? His plan for a “Golden Dome” missile defense shield over the entire U.S. That sounds like something out of a bad sci-fi movie. Instead of focusing on real problems—like wages, healthcare, or housing—Trump is out here making up projects that will never happen.

1. The Economy Will Suffer Under His Policies
   If you thought inflation was bad now, just wait until his tariffs and reckless spending start hitting. The people who will suffer the most? The working-class folks who think he’s on their side.
2. He’ll Gut Civil Rights and Protections
   From banning DEI programs to rolling back abortion rights, Trump has already made it clear—if you’re not rich, white, and conservative, his policies are going to make your life harder.
3. He’s Turning America Into a Reality Show, Not a Functional Democracy
   Trump isn’t governing—he’s performing. His speech wasn’t about solutions; it was about feeding red meat to his base while ignoring actual issues.
4. Foreign Relations Will Be a Disaster
   Trump is openly hostile to NATO, indifferent to global democracy, and too busy making deals that benefit him personally. America’s standing in the world is already shaky—under him, it’ll collapse further.
5. He’s Setting Up a One-Man Rule
   The way Trump talks about power should scare everyone. He’s not interested in democracy; he’s interested in control. His speech was another step toward a government that works for him, not the American people.

The worst part of the night? The Democratic response. Instead of going on the offensive, they wore pink outfits and delivered a soft-spoken rebuttal. The only person with enough fortitude to stand up to Trump was Rep. Al Green, and even then, he was escorted out and no one else followed him. That’s not how you fight a man who’s bulldozing his way through democracy.

Where is the urgency? Where is the fire? Trump is setting the stage for another chaotic, destructive presidency, and Democrats are still acting like we’re playing by normal rules.

If Democrats don’t step up—if they don’t start hitting back harder, louder, and smarter—Trump will win. And America will lose.