It has become increasingly clear that many in the political and media establishment oppose Donald Trump simply because he is Donald Trump. His critics seem determined to stand against him regardless of the policy, even when those policies benefit the country.

Consider immigration. For decades, leading Democrats—from Bill Clinton to Barack Obama—acknowledged the need for border security and limits on illegal immigration. Yet when President Trump enforces immigration laws and strengthens our borders, many of those same voices now protest.

On foreign policy, Trump has stood firmly with Israel in its fight against terrorism, yet his opponents reflexively side with its enemies. He has sought to engage world leaders, including Vladimir Putin, to reduce global conflict and avoid endless wars. Instead of recognizing the value of diplomacy, critics dismiss these efforts out of hand.

Closer to home, Trump has supported law enforcement and taken steps to reduce violent crime, particularly in communities like Washington, D.C., where young Black men are disproportionately the victims. Rather than applaud efforts to save lives, opponents undermine them for political reasons.

His administration helped slow Iran’s nuclear ambitions—yet instead of crediting our military and leadership, detractors questioned whether enough was done. Trump has even been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize multiple times, but the political establishment seems unwilling to acknowledge his achievements.

On the economy, results speak for themselves: lower grocery prices, falling inflation, record stock market highs, and lower gas prices. Tariffs, which critics predicted would collapse the economy, instead have generated more than $90 billion while protecting American industries. Social Security and Medicare, long plagued by waste and abuse, are finally being reined in under Trump’s leadership.

America is also advancing in artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency, securing our place in the future economy—while Trump’s opponents focus on political theater.

The contrast is stark. Trump is working for secure borders, safe communities, a strong economy, and protection of American values, including preserving women’s sports and safeguarding children from irreversible medical interventions. Meanwhile, many of his critics have aligned themselves with policies that promote open borders, higher taxes, bigger government, and cultural experiments that run counter to common sense.

The pattern is unmistakable: if Donald Trump supports a policy, many in the opposition will reject it, even if it benefits the American people. That reflexive opposition is not leadership—it is partisanship at its worst.

If Trump found a cure for cancer, his critics would likely complain about the cost to pharmaceutical companies rather than celebrate the lives saved.

America deserves leaders who put results and people above politics. Whatever one thinks of Trump personally, his policies are making a real difference for this country.