How to save America in 2025? – or is the end already near?

How to save America in 2025? – or is the end already near?

Let’s not beat around the bush—America is deeply divided, isn’t it? 

Political drama, economic turbulence, and a slew of global rivals testing its patience, it’s all piling up.

Now, Donald Trump has won back the presidency, and all eyes are on him. The question isn’t just whether he can deliver on his bold promises—it’s whether he can even begin to fix the damage left behind by Joe Biden. 

Can Trump, the self-proclaimed savior of the “real” America, bring the country back from the brink? Let’s unpack the chaos.

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Biden’s Legacy: A Nation Struggling to Keep It Together
Biden’s Legacy: A Nation Struggling to Keep It Together

Biden’s Legacy: A Nation Struggling to Keep It Together 

Joe Biden’s presidency is over, but its effects will linger for years. 

Inflation may have cooled slightly, but the scars remain. 

Take Jessica McAllister, a single mother in Ohio, who says her weekly grocery bill is still nearly double what it was three years ago. “It’s not just food— it’s everything,” she says. “I can’t keep up.” 

Housing is another sore spot. For many young families, owning a home feel more like a fantasy than a realistic goal. 

With mortgage rates climbing and prices stubbornly high, even renting has become a struggle. 

And let’s not forget the national debt—it’s soared to historic levels, leaving Trump with the unenviable task of addressing it without triggering further economic pain.

 On the foreign stage, Biden’s focus on Ukraine has also sparked frustration. 

Billions of dollars sent abroad to support Kyiv’s fight against Russia may have shored up alliances, but for people like Dan Carter, a factory worker in Michigan, it’s hard to stomach. 

“Why are we sending money overseas when we can’t fix our own roads?” he asks, shaking his head. It’s a sentiment shared by many Americans who feel left behind.

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America’s Global Role: Losing Its Grip?
America’s Global Role: Losing Its Grip?

America’s Global Role: Losing Its Grip? 

While America has been busy wrestling with its own issues, the world has started shifting away from its influence. 

The BRICS nations— Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa—are actively working to reduce their dependence on the dollar. Their plans to create alternative trade systems are gaining traction, especially among countries in the Global South

For them, the idea of breaking free from U.S. dominance is more appealing than ever. 

Russia, for all the sanctions aimed at crippling its economy, has managed to weather the storm, thanks to support from its allies. 

Meanwhile, China continues to expand its reach through the Belt and Road Initiative, bringing more nations into its fold. 

As a result, America’s position as the undisputed leader of the global order is looking less certain by the day.

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Europe: Feeling the Pressure
Europe: Feeling the Pressure

Europe: Feeling the Pressure 

Across the Atlantic, Europe is grappling with its own set of problems, many of which are tied to the war in Ukraine

Energy prices have soared, leaving households struggling to stay warm and industries losing competitiveness. 

In countries like Germany, which heavily relied on Russian gas, the economic strain is becoming increasingly visible. 

Meanwhile, NATO is scrambling to respond to Russia’s new hypersonic missile, the “Oreshnik.” 

It’s a stark reminder that Europe’s security depends heavily on U.S. support. 

But with Trump’s “America First” agenda, many European leaders are questioning whether they can continue to rely on their transatlantic ally.

 

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Trump’s Challenge: Can He Deliver? 

So, what exactly is Trump up against? 

For starters, a deeply divided nation. In cities like Portland and Atlanta, protests have become a near-weekly occurrence, fueled by everything from debates over gun control to immigration policy. The cultural divides that widened under Biden haven’t gone away—they’ve deepened. 

Economically, Trump has a mountain to climb. Fixing the debt, reviving infrastructure, and addressing inequality are all monumental tasks. His supporters believe in his vision of an “America First” renaissance, but the path to achieving it will require more than slogans. It will take real, measurable results—and fast. 

On the international front, Trump will need to carefully navigate the changing dynamics. Can he maintain NATO’s strength while pulling back from foreign entanglements? Can he engage with the BRICS nations without further weakening America’s influence? These are questions that could define his presidency. 

Stories of Hope and Uncertainty 

Not everyone is pessimistic. Sarah Mitchell, a small business owner in Texas, says she’s cautiously optimistic about Trump’s return. “I didn’t agree with everything he did before, but he knows how to cut through the noise and focus on results. That’s what we need now.

” But others, like university student Jamal Edwards in New York, aren’t so sure. “Trump thrives on division,” he says. 

“How is that going to bring us together? We need a leader who can unite us, not push us further apart. 

A Nation at a Crossroads Trump’s victory marks the start of a new chapter, but it’s one that begins with America at its most fractured. Joe Biden’s presidency may be over, but the challenges he leaves behind are monumental. 

From addressing economic woes to rebuilding trust in government, the stakes have never been higher. 

Whether Trump can deliver on his promises remains to be seen. If he succeeds, he could redefine America’s future and restore its global standing. If he fails, the consequences could ripple across the world. 

For now, all we can do is watch—and hope that the road ahead leads to recovery, not ruin.

Author

Adam Jenkins

Author at Prime Economist

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