The common saying “numbers don’t lie” falls short when President Trump speaks. His arithmetic is faulty and if graded, he would fail spectacularly. Trump, much worse than a negligent student, deliberately deceives the public to justify his actions and divert attention from the harm he is causing Americans and America itself.

Despite his claims of a prosperous future for America, Trump and congressional Republicans are preparing to prioritize massive tax cuts for the wealthy, such as Elon Musk, over the well-being of the nation. The recent budget bill approved by House Republicans, paving the way for $4.5 trillion in tax cuts, favors the richest Americans, increasing national debt and leading to cuts in essential programs like Medicaid.

Analysts reveal that the Trump-Republican plan disproportionately benefits the wealthiest individuals, while lower-income households suffer due to inevitable decreases in services like Medicaid and food assistance. Moreover, Trump’s actions threaten individual costs for essentials like groceries and healthcare by targeting Medicaid and other crucial programs to finance his tax agenda.

Sen. Elissa Slotkin exposes Trump’s goal of enriching his billionaire allies by disregarding the impact on everyday citizens, criticizing his tax plan as detrimental to Americans. Musk’s questionable Department of Government Efficiency aims to weaken government protection of citizens from corporate wrongdoing, using deception to justify layoffs and cuts in public services.

Trump’s speech contains unfounded claims about alleged fraud and Musk’s misconstrued initiatives, a continuation of their pattern of falsification. Musk profits from government contracts and alleged misconduct, with Trump facilitating his enrichment and accepting payments for access.

Trump’s recent behavior in Congress reflects his narcissism, repeating false narratives, disregarding truth, and attacking minorities. His administration’s slogan, “He who has the gold makes the rules,” highlights the corruption and favoritism benefiting the wealthy. However, Americans have the opportunity to resist such injustices, given the diverse majority that did not support Trump’s tax plans and want to protect essential programs.

Svante Myrick, serving as the president of People For the American Way, emphasizes the importance of mobilizing millions to counteract the cruelty and corruption imposed on the nation.