Ariel Kahana
Israel Hayom, Nov. 6, 2024
“Trump’s victory over formidable domestic opposition – including seven pending legal challenges, significant resistance within the Republican Party he represented, and the united front of the Democratic establishment and mainstream media – signals an irreversible transformation in American politics.”
The atmosphere at the West Palm Beach arena remained notably restrained on election night, despite the promising returns. The crowd’s measured response – whether stemming from the lingering shadow of 2020 or the familiarity of a second Donald Trump victory – stood in stark contrast to the electric shock of 2016. The hundreds of supporters present displayed enthusiasm without surprise; they had, after all, been the first to believe in Trump’s ability to achieve the improbable.
This victory places Trump in a rare historical category, becoming only the second president since the 19th century to secure non-consecutive terms. The only previous such occurrence was Grover Cleveland, who served as America’s 22nd and 24th president.
For multiple compelling reasons, Trump’s second ascent to the presidency carries even greater significance than his first. His return to power promises sweeping global changes: Trump will prioritize a rapid resolution to the Ukraine conflict. The author of “The Art of the Deal” will negotiate a settlement between Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Vladimir Putin. His approach will deny both leaders their maximum demands while refusing to allow an endless conflict without clear objectives.… [To read the full article, click here]