By Matt Underwood Trump is destroying the future of America to stay out of prison. This is the simplest, most direct way to understand the situation. It’s like he’s running the country as a venture capitalist would, focused solely on short-term gains and harvesting everything without any thought for the long-term consequences. There’s no replanting, no consideration for what the future generations will inherit. It’s a devastating “great reaping,” driven by a singular focus on personal enrichment and the aggrandizement of his wealthy allies. This is part of a tragic cycle, fueled by right-wing think tanks, often funded by the fossil fuel industry, and a disregard for the environment and future generations.
His actions are impacting the entire world. The consequences of climate change, for example, don’t respect borders. The excuse used, the narrative, is “owning the libs.” But the true motive is to dismantle the government for the benefit of oligarchs and to potentially create a dictatorship. The reality is that future generations will likely have fewer rights and live on a more polluted planet, if they are female the challenges will be even greater. It’s a rapid backward slide that will take decades to recover from, if recovery is even possible. This is all because a small group of people are motivated by greed, power, or even a desire to bring about the end times. At the center of this is a single individual, facing legal troubles, who is willing to destroy the nation to avoid accountability.
The actual intent isn’t to “own the libs.” It’s to line his own pockets and those of his associates. Decisions are being made, contracts awarded, and public money diverted into private hands, all while creating justifications for these actions. It’s a classic case of treasury plunder, a well-established practice on the right for years. The media often contributes to this by perpetuating the story for their own purposes, repeating the “alternative facts” provided by those perpetrating the crime.
The focus on “owning the libs” is just a narrative. The goal is to amass wealth for immediate benefit, leaving behind a hollowed-out country. Economists across the political spectrum have warned about this type of economic recklessness. It’s a pattern of behavior often displayed by malignant narcissists. It’s a relentless pursuit of personal gain, even if it means dismantling the very foundations of the country. This isn’t a matter of partisan squabbling; it’s about self-preservation and the pursuit of power.
Trump’s true motivation is to escape accountability and the consequences of his actions. This is a point that cannot be overstated. It is not about ideology or political strategy; it’s about survival. Republican lawmakers are enabling this, protecting Trump at the expense of the nation. And Republican voters, driven by a desire to “own the libs” have become enablers, too. Many appear to be okay with the destruction and embrace it. Trump’s supporters’ genuine goals are to embrace white nationalism, fascism, and destruction. The focus is not on the future of the country, but on immediate gratification and the validation of personal biases.
His actual aim is to own the country and all its resources. Any other motivation is secondary. Trump is not trying to “own the libs” – that’s his supporters’ goal. Donald Trump is a child rapist and is more complicated than simply the desire to own the libs. This destruction is about enriching himself and his cronies. Trump’s supporters have elected him again and again. Trump will continue to do whatever he can to enrich himself and those around him. His focus is entirely on the present.
The US has suffered significantly in recent years. American engineers are now seeking opportunities in other countries. The lack of government funding for vital sectors is causing a “brain drain.” Putin’s alleged kompromat (blackmail material) on Trump provides him with the leverage to manipulate him. Putin is content to let the US self-destruct as long as Trump continues to weaken it.
Trump is using “owning the libs” as a narrative to control his base. The core drivers are corruption and self-enrichment. His actions are driven by a lack of concern for the future, similar to a toddler.