Give President Trump Time To Fix Economy Biden Broke

For the last four years, families in Georgia and across the country have been dealing with an economy that never seemed to get better, no matter how many times the White House told us it was “strong.” People didn’t need press releases or talking points—they could see the truth every time they filled up their tank, bought groceries, or paid their rent. The cost of living went up, savings went down, and everyday life got harder.

That didn’t just happen. It was the direct result of decisions made by President Biden and Democrats in Washington. From the moment Biden took office, he pushed trillions in new spending, shut down American energy, and piled on regulations that made it harder for businesses to grow and for workers to get ahead. By 2022, inflation had hit numbers we hadn’t seen in decades. Families felt like they were running in place, even when they were doing everything right. (RELATED: Trump Calls The Word ‘Affordability’ A ‘Democrat Scam’)

Now, with President Trump back in office, we’re finally seeing the first signs of a real turnaround—and Republicans should be saying that clearly. Inflation has fallen sharply from its 9.1% peak in 2022 to around 3% this fall, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Gas prices are down significantly from their 2022 highs. Take-home pay is improving. And the September jobs report outperformed expectations. None of this is accidental. It’s what happens when you stop punishing American energy, rein in out-of-control spending, and get the government out of the way of job creators.

Georgia saw the benefits of this approach during Trump’s first term. We had strong job growth, higher wages, and new investments across the state. Businesses had confidence. Families had breathing room. People felt like they could move forward.

Over the last four years, that confidence disappeared. I’ve talked with small business owners who had to put expansion plans on hold because they couldn’t predict their costs. I’ve heard from parents who watched their grocery bill climb every single month. Young people who want to buy a home feel like they’re locked out of the process entirely.

We’re not going to fix all of that overnight—and no leader worth their salt would pretend otherwise. But the early indicators matter. They tell us we’re moving in the right direction. That’s exactly why President Trump and Vice President Vance launched their national Affordability Tour, highlighting the administration’s push to lower prices and restore economic stability. At their Pennsylvania stop, Trump emphasized lowering energy costs and boosting take-home pay.

What also matters is this: Republicans need to start making this case out loud. Right now, far too few voices in our party are stepping up to explain what’s happening. President Trump inherited an economy damaged by years of Democratic mismanagement. He is beginning the hard work of turning it around. If we want this recovery to continue, he needs the time and the political space to finish the job. (RELATED: White House, Dems Abandon Promoting ‘Bidenomics’)

This isn’t about partisan spin. It’s about being honest with the American people. They know exactly what they lived through from 2021 to 2024. They felt the squeeze. They saw the decline. And now they’re beginning to feel the early signs of relief.

Georgia is ready to grow again. Families are ready to get ahead again. Businesses are ready to invest again. But getting there requires a federal government that focuses on real-world economics, not ideological experiments.

We’re on a better path today than we were a year ago. Let’s have the courage to say it—and the patience it takes to let this recovery take hold.

President Trump is doing what he was elected to do: rebuild a damaged economy. Our job is to support that effort, stay focused, and make sure the country doesn’t go back to the policies that put us in this mess in the first place.

Josh McKoon is the chairman of the Georgia Republican Party.

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