"The roaring economy is roaring like never before. Millions and millions of Americans are all gaining. He cheered the lower cost of gasoline, mortgage rates, prescription drug prices and the rising stock market, yet such optimism, as so many Americans are feeling economic strains, risks painting Trump as out of touch."
"Just 39% of U.S. adults approved of Trump's handling of the economy in February, according to AP-NORC polling. Much of the nation is worried about the direction of the economy, but Trump says the good times are here, insisting repeatedly that rising costs are no longer a problem."
"Trump also tried to summon Americans' innate patriotic impulses. In addition to the hockey team, he singled out war heroes and those who had taken brave stands in other countries, using the moment to bestow numerous presidential medals in an effort to give the address a more positive gloss."
President Trump delivered a State of the Union address emphasizing economic achievements, repeatedly claiming the economy is 'roaring' and highlighting lower gasoline costs, mortgage rates, prescription drug prices, and stock market gains. However, this optimistic portrayal conflicts sharply with public sentiment, as only 39% of Americans approved of Trump's economic handling in February polling. Trump also incorporated patriotic elements by honoring Olympic athletes and war heroes, awarding presidential medals to create positive optics. The speech demonstrated Trump's media awareness regarding how moments can gain traction on social media afterward. Republicans encouraged Trump to focus on the economy heading into midterm elections, though his messaging risks appearing disconnected from widespread financial anxieties Americans continue experiencing.
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