2024 was an undeniably turbulent year, providing conservatives with a varied political landscape. This grand finale of Joe Biden’s presidency had us persistently struggling with the repercussions of calamitous economic policies while simultaneously striving to obstruct further damage from the administration.
Despite the hurdles, we welcomed an unexpected windfall early November – a triumphant return for Donald Trump to the center stage of American politics. With no further delay, let us look back at some of the notable events of a politically charged year.
First and foremost stood the Election Day on November 5, unequivocally the crowning moment of 2024 for conservatives. Although the year started on a grim note for Trump, weighed down with countless felony charges across several jurisdictions, his tenacity made the difference.
In addition to his legal complications, Trump faced a wave of adversaries within the Republican nomination race. Still, Trump staged arguably one of the most significant political resurgences in history, leading the Republicans to command both the Senate and House of Representatives.
This monumental election would surely etch its place in history, mainly due to Trump’s unprecedented influence among traditionally Democrat-leaning voters.
Next on the list, the highlight of the year was the calamitous debate performance by Biden. The neck-and-neck race took an unexpected turn after Biden’s histrionic political belly flop. The ensuing debacle proved so catastrophic that it effectively brought an end to his re-election campaign.
Making the situation more favourable for Trump, the political misstep unintentionally underscored Biden’s cognitive ineptitude, effectively proving to his detractors that their concerns regarding his senility were validated.
Needless to say, this desperate political decision paved the way for a role reversal within the Democratic ranks, pushing Vice President Kamala Harris into the limelight.
Thirdly, we must note the miraculous escape of Trump after two assassination attempts in mid-year. As Trump, in true Trump style, toured nationwide outdoor rallies, two rogue individuals breached Secret Service security. However, these disturbing events didn’t deter Trump, who emerged largely unscathed, affirming his status as a resilient political figure.
On a less political and more cosmic expanse, the fourth point encompasses an astonishing feat by SpaceX, the private space exploration company. On October 14, the world witnessed the launch of their Super Heavy Starship – the mightiest rocket ever built.
In a breathtaking spectacle of engineering prowess, the 23-story tall Super Heavy booster landed back on the launch pad flawlessly, showcasing an epoch-shifting moment in the age of space exploration.
Lastly, a significant political accomplishment of 2024 was the establishment of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). This department signals striving towards limited government, a core principle long advocated by libertarians and conservatives alike.
The unveiling of significant spending cuts and institutional reforms through DOGE marks a major victory for those advocating small government. With a national debt surpassing $36 trillion and trillion-dollar deficits as the new standard, it’s clear we must trim the federal bureaucracy and restore sound fiscal management before we cross the point of no return.