Donald Trump and the GOP are transitioning towards a party that represents the working class

Let’s engage in a game.

Let’s consider the idea that the Republican Party should adopt a new name that represents the future envisioned by Donald Trump.

In that scenario, the GOP would transform into The Workers Party.

Not in the socialist sense, as Trump remains a staunch capitalist.

Instead, the emerging party at the Milwaukee convention is one with a primary focus on the well-being of working-class Americans.

These are the individuals who propelled Trump to victory in 2016, and as he sets his sights on the White House again, it is evident that they are the driving force behind his agenda.

Goodbye to the Chamber of Commerce and good riddance to Mitt Romney.

Welcome, restaurant workers — Trump promised no taxes on tips.

And here’s the kicker — even major unions could be included in the party.

Diversity in action

The transformation will inevitably lead to a much more diverse Republican Party, as evident by the array of non-white speakers on Monday.

The lineup wasn’t an indication that Trump is embracing a progressive-like DEI (diversity, equity, inclusion) agenda, as some of his supporters lamented on social media.

The rationale became apparent with one of the most controversial speakers, model and rapper Amber Rose.

Her personal story of finding ‘her people’ in the GOP resonated with many and challenged the left’s narrative that all Republicans are racists.

In fact, a more diverse GOP is a natural byproduct of a heightened focus on workers, as the working and middle classes are made up of individuals from various racial and ethnic backgrounds.

Most of them have witnessed their financial situations decline under Joe Biden’s administration.

Further evidence of Trump rebranding the party was seen when Teamsters union president Sean O’Brien delivered the keynote speech on Monday.

His presence challenged the traditional GOP establishment, and his message left many delegates unsure of how to react.

Trump, who enjoys stirring the pot, appeared to welcome O’Brien’s bold stance on workers’ rights.

It’s important to note that Trump had positive relationships with tradesmen in his New York construction days, despite the industry being heavily unionized.

Stronger than Reagan

Two other observations are relevant to the ongoing convention.

First, Trump’s reshaping of the GOP is only possible because he has an unparalleled level of influence over the party, with about 90% being supporters of his MAGA movement.

Ed Rollins, the mastermind behind Ronald Reagan’s landslide victory, noted that Trump’s control over the party surpasses even Reagan’s influence.

Trump’s selection of Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance as his running mate is a testament to this control and his new focus.

Vance, originally skeptical of Trump, has become one of his most ardent supporters, championing the hardworking people of the country.

The second point to highlight is the political dimension that both drives and is a result of the new GOP.

It’s challenging to become the majority party if you consistently lose the popular vote.

The Democrats’ blue wall in the Electoral College depends on Rust Belt states that Trump aims to secure, such as Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, and Michigan.

Joe Biden flipped these states in 2020 but also won traditionally red states like Georgia and Arizona.

Recent polls show Trump leading in battleground states and even putting reliably blue states in play.

One wildcard in these developments is the impact of the recent assassination attempt on Trump and his campaign.

The bandage on his ear serves as a reminder of his close call with death.

Following the incident, Trump decided to scrap his tough acceptance speech and focus on unifying the country instead.

Convention attendees are brimming with enthusiasm and confidence, embracing the party’s new direction towards working-class Americans.

Despite the potential pitfalls, such as national debt and protectionism, Trump and Vance understand the need to strike a balance in their policies.

The challenge is finding that equilibrium, but first, they must win the election.