‘Execution was abysmal’: Trump economy speech doesn’t meet GOP hopes

This article was originally featured in POLITICO By Eli Stokols

USHBC President Javier Palomarez Featured in POLITICO’s Analysis of Trump’s Economic Address

In a recent POLITICO feature, USHBC President & CEO Javier Palomarez offered a powerful perspective on President Trump’s December 2025 primetime economic address, which drew mixed reactions across party lines and the business community.

Palomarez, recognized nationally for his nonpartisan leadership and pragmatic business insight, called out the gap between Washington’s rhetoric and the reality small business owners face every day. While the White House emphasized broad economic metrics, Palomarez underscored that macro numbers don’t mean much when Main Street families are still struggling with real affordability issues.

“The macro numbers look good,” Palomarez said, “but what may play on Wall Street isn’t playing on Main Street.”

In the article, he also called out the speech for lacking empathy toward American families and small businesses, especially those navigating supply chain challenges and policy uncertainty. His remarks stood out as a grounded, practical take, offering a much needed voice for America’s small business community.

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