Quick Hit:

As Americans celebrate Independence Day, President Trump is capping off what his team calls “the best two weeks for everyday Americans in decades,” marked by major wins on the economy, the border, and national security.

Key Details:

• Trump signed his long-anticipated “One Big Beautiful Bill” just in time for July 4 fireworks, delivering on promises to slash taxes, eliminate burdens on workers, and expand immigration enforcement.
• June brought 147,000 new jobs and a drop in unemployment to 4.1%, while illegal border crossings fell 93% from last year and saw zero releases into the interior for a second straight month.
• Globally, Trump brokered peace in Africa, forced a ceasefire in the Middle East, compelled NATO nations to meet defense targets, and landed trillion-dollar investments back in the U.S.

Diving Deeper:

Independence Day celebrations arrive as the Trump administration closes out one of its most productive stretches to date. From landmark legislation to real border security and breakthroughs abroad, the last two weeks have offered more than symbolism — they’ve delivered substance.

The centerpiece of that recent stretch is the passage of the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” a cornerstone of Trump’s second-term agenda. The legislation makes permanent Trump-era tax cuts, ends federal taxes on tips and overtime, strengthens border enforcement, and launches the symbolic Golden Dome project. The bill cleared Congress just ahead of Trump’s preferred July 4 deadline and was signed into law during a celebratory White House ceremony.

The economy continues to surge. According to the Labor Department, 147,000 jobs were added in June, and the unemployment rate dropped to 4.1%. Since taking office in January, the Trump administration has overseen the creation of approximately 700,000 jobs.

At the border, the reversal from the prior administration is unmistakable. For the second month in a row, Border Patrol agents released zero illegal immigrants into the U.S. interior — a stark contrast to the 63,000 released by the Biden administration in May 2024. Border crossings are down nearly 93% from last year, with Trump’s enforcement-focused policies now fully implemented.

Gas prices hit a four-year low ahead of the holiday weekend, aided by Trump’s trade agenda and new energy agreements. The latest deal, signed with Vietnam, adds to a growing list of trade wins aimed at rebalancing America's global position.

Abroad, Trump brokered a landmark peace agreement between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, ending a 30-year conflict. “Today, the violence ends, and hope begins,” Trump said.

In the Middle East, after 12 days of hostilities, U.S.-led precision strikes prompted Iran to accept a ceasefire — a move Trump called a “spectacular success.”

NATO also gave way to Trump’s demands, with member countries now committing to raise defense spending to 5% of GDP. It's a major validation of Trump's longstanding argument that America should not shoulder the burden alone.

At home, the Trump effect is also visible in foreign and private investment. The White House is tracking trillions in new commitments — including $1.4 trillion from the UAE, $600 billion from Saudi Arabia, and hundreds of billions each from Apple, NVIDIA, and major tech firms.

Culturally, the administration has taken decisive steps to reverse Biden-era social policy. Trump signed an executive order affirming federal recognition of only two biological sexes, stating: “These sexes are not changeable and are grounded in fundamental and incontrovertible reality.” This June, the White House made no recognition of “Pride Month,” and several major retailers appeared to quietly follow suit.

In Florida, the DHS-backed “Alligator Alcatraz” detention and deportation facility opened in coordination with state officials, showcasing a new model for federal-state cooperation on immigration enforcement.

Trump also fulfilled a campaign promise by signing the Laken Riley Act, requiring DHS to detain illegal immigrants arrested for crimes like theft and burglary. The law closes loopholes that previously allowed dangerous individuals to be released into the country.

Egg prices are down. Gas prices are down. Crime is being addressed. American jobs are coming back.

“President Trump is racking up win after win — making this the best two weeks for everyday Americans in decades,” Assistant Press Secretary Taylor Rogers told Breitbart. “On the world stage and on the home front, President Trump has delivered on his promises like no other President before. It’s clear that President Trump was right about everything, Americans still aren’t tired of winning, and our country has never been HOTTER!”