List of 6 catchphrases used by Donald Trump in his speeches and their meaning
PALM BEACH, FLORIDA: Donald Trump, the 45th President of the United States, is known for his love of acronyms and catchphrases, which have become increasingly diverse.
These new slogans are often used to encapsulate extensive policy proposals and talking points in just a few words, and the former president often employs them in his rallying speeches without much explanation, according to NPR.
These adages provide insight into the 2024 presumptive GOP presidential nominee's objectives and priorities in this crucial election year.
Here are six of Trump’s most frequently used catchphrases and their origins:
1. Too Big to Rig
The former POTUS continues to falsely claim that the Democrats stole the 2020 presidential election through voter fraud.
Despite his past criticism of Democrats for promoting mail-in ballots and voter registration, the 78-year-old MAGA strongman is now endorsing these methods to ensure his victory margins are "Too Big to Rig."
Although Donald Trump lost the 2020 election by thousands of votes in several critical swing states, he is confident that Democrats cannot “rig” the 2024 election if enough Republicans turn out to vote in November.
It is a fact that proven instances of election fraud are uncommon in US elections.
The phrase "Too Big to Rig" is now prominently displayed on political signs at Trump's rallies, serving as a reminder to his ever-ardent supporters about the significance of voting.
2. Swamp the Vote
The combination of "Too Big to Rig," along with "Swamp the Vote" urges devoted Trump supporters to vote in large numbers.
The initiative, officially known as “Swamp the Vote USA,” promotes various ways of voting, including absentee, by mail, early in person, or on Election Day.
On June 4, in a video shared on his Truth Social account, former President Trump stated, "If we swamp them, they can't cheat, it just doesn't work out."
For Donald Trump, "Swamp" holds significant meaning, as he campaigned in 2016 on the promise of "Draining the Swamp" by eliminating special interests from the federal government.
The term "swamp" in the political sphere often alludes to the belief that Washington is corrupted by old money, lobbying, and term-limit strategies.
3. Drill, Baby, Drill
The catchphrase "Drill, Baby, Drill" was not coined by the 45th President of the United States, but he has recently brought it back into the spotlight.
Sarah Palin, the former Republican vice-presidential candidate and Alaska Governor, popularized the phrase during the 2008 campaign alongside her running mate, the late Senator John McCain, to advocate for pro-oil drilling and fracking policies.
Trump has been using the phrase more frequently in public appearances, and he has been using it at least since 2022. Trump promises to reduce energy prices by half if elected, by expanding domestic fracking and oil measures.
However, the production levels of companies are determined by market forces, not presidential orders. Thus, attempts to influence production are not guaranteed to be successful; for instance, Trump attempted and failed to support the US coal industry.
4. No Tax on Tips
At a rally on June 9, Donald Trump announced that if he were to be reelected as president, he would work to eliminate taxes on tips for individuals working in the service industry.
“Those people that have jobs in restaurants, whatever the job may be, a tipping job, we’re not going after for taxes anymore,” Trump declared at the rally.
Federal law mandates that service workers must disclose their tip earnings on their tax returns, which are then subjected to regular income tax. For Trump to make this change, Congress would need to take action.
Since then, Trump has made several posts on Truth Social with his signature saying.
5. Never Surrender
Former President Donald Trump has been the subject of multiple investigations, court proceedings, and criminal inquiries, covering a wide range of alleged offenses from the events of January 6th to hush money and the mishandling of classified documents.
Despite his pleading not guilty, Trump was recently convicted on 34 felony charges by a 12-person jury bench in his New York hush-money case.
Trump insists that these legal proceedings are a result of a "witch hunt" orchestrated by the Biden administration.
While the Justice Department is overseeing the cases related to January 6th and classified documents, the remaining cases are being handled by state justice officials.
The Justice Department maintains its autonomy from the White House in these federal cases.
The motto "Never Surrender" reflects Trump's determination not to yield, neither in the courtroom nor figuratively, to his political opponents.
Trump has committed not to allow these legal battles to impede his progress, instead using them as a pivotal component of his re-election campaign.
This phrase is prominently featured in a dedicated section on his online store, offering a range of items such as greyscale T-shirts, mugs, and hats, many of which prominently display his mugshot from the indictment in the Georgia election case.
6. Make America Greater than Ever Before
Donald Trump permanently changed the political landscape of the modern Republican party in the 2016 election by reviving the Reagan-era slogan "Make America Great Again" (MAGA), which the ex-president still heavily uses today. However, the slogan has since evolved to include an important addition.
Trump often concludes promotional videos and public appearances by stating "Make America Greater than Ever Before."
"Again" signifies a return to a previous standard, whereas "ever before" suggests reaching new heights.
With this catchphrase, Trump aims to persuade voters that a second presidential term would bring about a level of social and economic prosperity that America has never witnessed.
