One Year of Results Under President Trump

Last week marked one year of the Trump Administration, and despite inheriting numerous challenges from the previous administration, President Trump has enacted an incredible turnaround for the country. His focus, as it was on the campaign trail, has been delivering for the American people and putting America first.

One of the President’s major accomplishments during his first year in office was the passage of historic legislation, the Working Families Tax Cuts. This legislation delivered real relief for hardworking Americans by eliminating taxes on tips and overtime and extending the important tax provisions passed in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017. All told, this legislation will increase the take home pay of an average Oklahoma family of four by $6,700 to $9,300 and will raise wages by an inflation-adjusted range of $3,100 to $5,600. It also included historic tax relief for seniors, with 88% of seniors no longer paying taxes on their Social Security benefits. Americans will begin to see these tax relief measures impact them as the 2025 tax filing season begins. In addition, the legislation made a significant investment in rural health care, committing $50 billion nationwide, including more than $223 million for Oklahoma in just the first portion.

Securing the southern border has also been a top priority during President Trump’s first year in office. Under the Biden Administration, more than 20 million illegal aliens were allowed to enter the country, but thanks to President Trump’s leadership, the border has seen eight consecutive months of no releases. This commitment to border security is making America safer.

When it comes to energy, we have delivered on unleashing American energy production and restoring energy dominance. By reversing Biden era energy regulations and cutting unnecessary red tape, this Administration has worked to restore energy independence and lower costs for families. These actions have helped drive gas prices to a four-year low, with prices now under $3 per gallon in nearly every state. In Oklahoma, we are fortunate in many places to see gas below $2 per gallon. President Trump also opened new energy leases that are expected to generate $12 billion in revenue. Together, these efforts are providing real relief for families and lowering the cost of everyday life.

The Administration has also made meaningful progress in reducing inflation and restoring economic stability. Under the Biden Administration, reckless spending drove inflation to a 40 year high, placing significant strain on families. Under President Trump, inflation has fallen from 9% to 2.7%. Mortgage rates, which reached a 23 year high of 7.8% in 2024 and made homeownership increasingly unattainable for families, are also coming down.

While these accomplishments alone mark a productive first year, President Trump and Republicans have also cracked down on waste, fraud, and abuse while taking steps to keep our communities safer. With lower costs, higher pay, and safer communities, President Trump’s America First agenda is delivering real results for families across Oklahoma and the country. We have more work to do to address affordability, but with three years still ahead under the current administration, I am committed to finding ways to improve the lives of all Oklahomans.