CNN host Jake Tapper claims Democrats don't know how to oppose Trump effectively: 'They are in disarray'

WASHINGTON, DC: CNN anchor Jake Tapper criticized the Democratic Party’s inability to effectively oppose President Donald Trump, claiming they are in disarray ahead of his highly anticipated address to a joint session of Congress on Tuesday, March 4.

Tapper’s comments came as the president addressed both chambers in a wide-ranging speech that lasted over 90 minutes, where he reflected on his accomplishments and outlined future policy goals.

Jake Tapper discusses Democrats struggling to find unified opposition amid Republican dominance

In a discussion with fellow CNN anchor John King, Jake Tapper explained that the Democrats were struggling to unify behind a strong opposition to the president, particularly given the current political landscape.

“The Democrats, not to be cliche about it, but they are in disarray,” Tapper said in the lead-up to Trump’s speech. “They do not know how to be the opposition force.”

Tapper elaborated further on the state of the Democratic Party, pointing to a lack of energy and direction.

"I have to say, you can really sense Republicans with a pep in their step and Democrats rather demoralized,” Tapper stated, pointing to the challenges the party faces with Republicans controlling the House, Senate, and the White House.

Additionally, Tapper noted the conservative lean of the US Supreme Court, which has given the GOP significant influence. “But beyond that, even when the Republicans are out of power, you sense an energy quite often when Democrats are controlling things," he added.

Jake Tapper highlights Republican unity

While Jake Tapper emphasized the Democratic Party’s internal struggles, he also highlighted the momentum and unity that the Republican Party has exhibited, particularly under President Trump’s leadership, Fox News Digital reported.

Tapper’s remarks followed a broader conversation about the challenges faced by the Democratic Party as they attempted to oppose a president whose popularity fluctuated but whose political influence remained formidable.

The conversation also touched on the rise of JD Vance. “It has been a meteoric rise for author and Marine veteran JD Vance, who was just elected to the US Senate and, just a couple of years after that, picked to be candidate Trump’s running mate,” Tapper noted. “And here he is, second in line to the presidency.”

Meanwhile, the president’s address to Congress was not without controversy. During the speech, tensions rose when Democratic Rep Al Green stood up and began shouting and waving his cane at President Trump.

In a dramatic turn of events, Speaker of the House Mike Johnson ordered Green to sit down, later instructing the Sergeant at Arms to remove him from the chamber. Green was escorted out of the House, marking another moment of division in an already polarized Congress.

Social media reacts to Jake Tapper’s comments on democratic struggles

As soon as Jake Tapper discussed that Democrats are struggling to find unified opposition amid Republican dominance, the internet shared their views.

A user said, "Dems need to focus on middle class Americans and real issues. I am not sure they will be able to make this shift."

Another claimed, "Dems stand for other countries. they Hate America."

A third commentator agreed with Tapper saying, "He's right, it's obvious to everyone now that they're the real enemy."

"Their problem is they are too focused on Trump. Their hatred for him makes them unable to do anything else. If they cannot get past that hatred and look toward policy making, they will continue to lose," said a critic.

A person added, "Democrats have been in disarray since 2016. This is just a sequel."

Another wrote, "Democrats being demoralized is good for America and for the world."

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