Post-2024 U.S. Election: Trump’s Return and the Nation’s Divide

(By Ahsan Ansari)

Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 U.S. presidential election has triggered a deeply polarized atmosphere within the nation. As Trump’s supporters celebrate the return of a populist leader, critics fear a rollback of democratic norms and civil rights. His second term is expected to focus on familiar policy priorities, such as cutting taxes, rolling back regulations, prioritizing energy independence, and challenging the Affordable Care Act. Additionally, his administration is likely to push for stricter immigration policies, an isolationist foreign policy, and a continued emphasis on “America First,” which may involve reevaluating U.S. involvement in NATO and other international organizations, as well as pursuing trade protectionism, especially with China and the EU. Trump’s significant impact on the judiciary will continue, with further conservative judicial appointments expected to deepen the ideological shift, potentially solidifying a conservative majority in the Supreme Court. Social issues like abortion and voting rights will remain central to political debates throughout his second term. In Congress, Republicans are expected to align with Trump’s agenda, though tensions may emerge from moderate Republicans. Democrats will likely adopt an aggressive opposition stance, focusing on oversight and resistance. Progressive social movements concerned about environmental protections, racial justice, and reproductive rights are poised to grow in response to Trump’s policies.

Globally, Trump’s “America First” approach is expected to reduce U.S. participation in multilateral organizations such as NATO and the UN, disrupt trade relations with China and the EU, and strain international alliances. His rollback of environmental regulations could undermine global climate efforts. Overall, Trump’s return signals a period of uncertainty, both within the U.S. and on the global stage, with power dynamics shifting and foreign policies needing to adapt. Trump’s second term will continue America’s political polarization, with both sides bracing for battles ahead. The future of U.S. democracy, governance, and social cohesion remains uncertain as the nation enters a new, deeply divisive chapter in its history.