Hello, and welcome to “Outnumbered.” I’m Kayleigh McEnany, joined by my co-hosts Harris Faulkner and Emily Compagno. Also joining us for the first time is Caroline Downey, a staff writer at National Review and a senior fellow at the Independent Women’s Forum. Returning to the panel is Fox Business anchor David Asman.

Rather than presenting a clear vision for America, the Democratic Party appears more focused on attacking former President Trump. They have continuously labeled him a “threat to democracy,” a term they repeatedly use. Despite these claims, Trump remains a central figure in American politics.

Initially, Democrats claimed that Trump’s actions led to a “constitutional crisis.” However, when that narrative didn’t gain traction, they shifted to a new claim—Trump represents “chaos.” Media outlets began echoing this idea, warning of disorder under his leadership. Yet, polling suggests that voters are not buying into this rhetoric. A recent survey shows that Trump has a 52% approval rating just one month after returning to office. He also has significant support among key voter demographics, including 45% of independents, 47% of women, and 50% of both Hispanics and suburban voters. This level of support contradicts the media’s portrayal of his presidency as chaotic.

When comparing Trump’s first month in office to President Biden’s term, Trump leads Biden on several key issues: the economy (+11), immigration (+22), foreign affairs (+10), government administration (+9), and inflation (+11). These numbers indicate that, despite media criticism, Trump’s policies are resonating with the public.

The mainstream media’s reaction to these numbers has been one of panic. They continue pushing narratives about chaos, but the real disorder appears to be within their own ranks. Some media executives are reevaluating their approach, recognizing that constant negative coverage of Trump is not yielding the desired impact.

Meanwhile, longtime Democratic strategist James Carville is calling for a “strategic political retreat.” In his words, Democrats should hold off on attacking Trump until his approval ratings drop into the low 40s or 30s. He suggests that without a clear leader, the party should take a step back rather than engage in a losing battle. However, finding a new Democratic leader remains a challenge. Figures like Kamala Harris, Chuck Schumer, and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez all have high negative ratings, with President Biden himself facing a -24 net approval rating.

Voters are making their preferences clear. For example, 81% support Trump’s efforts to deport illegal immigrants, 76% back his initiatives to combat fraud and abuse, and 69% support banning biological men from competing in women’s sports. These policies demonstrate widespread public support despite media and political opposition.

Ultimately, the so-called chaos attributed to Trump may be more about disrupting the status quo than actual disorder. Trump’s policies, including addressing illegal immigration and challenging entrenched bureaucratic power, may be unsettling to some, but they align with the desires of many American voters. In contrast, the Democratic Party is struggling to connect with the public and find a unifying message.

As the political landscape evolves, one thing is clear—voters are looking for leadership that delivers results, not just rhetoric.