(DailyChive.com) – Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin recently shared his thoughts on why former President Donald Trump is gaining momentum in the 2024 election polls. During an interview on Fox News Sunday with Shannon Bream, Youngkin said that Trump’s popularity comes from focusing on the real issues voters care about.
Youngkin didn’t hold back when criticizing the Democrats, saying their attacks on Trump are desperate because they lack a strong candidate. He argued that Vice President Kamala Harris hasn’t shown any real plan for the country’s future or how she would address the biggest challenges.
“The truth is, if Democrats spent more time focusing on what Americans are worried about—like the economy, border security, and keeping people safe—they might get somewhere,” Youngkin said. “Instead, millions of illegal immigrants have crossed into the U.S., and every state now feels like a border state.”
He explained that, as he talks with voters across Virginia, people are deeply concerned about the rising cost of living. “Families are struggling to afford basics like groceries, gas, rent, and tuition,” Youngkin said. “It’s becoming harder to save for a house or make ends meet.”
Youngkin also pointed to the dangers at the border. “People are worried not just about the sheer number of illegal immigrants, but also the violent criminals slipping through,” he added, referencing recent reports from ICE. “Safety is on everyone’s mind, and that’s exactly what Trump is addressing.”
According to Youngkin, Democrats can’t focus on these issues because their policies have made things worse over the past three years. “Inflation is out of control. Every time Americans step into a grocery store, they feel the hit,” he said. “And letting millions of people cross the border unchecked has put pressure on communities everywhere.”
Youngkin argued that this mess is the result of weak leadership in the White House. “Americans, and Virginians especially, want strength again,” he said. “They want a strong economy like we had before, with high growth, low inflation, and good jobs. They want manufacturing to come back to the U.S.”
He wrapped up by saying, “This is why Trump is rising in the polls—because he’s focused on the future people want.”
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