Public Sentiment & Political Impact - Public backlash against perceived tone-deaf actions by Donald Trump and his aides, including lavish parties and use of government benefits, is breaking through to regular citizens [1][2][3] - The contrast between Trump's opulent lifestyle and the struggles of everyday Americans is being likened to a "Great Gatsby" scenario, resonating with public concerns about wealth inequality [1][2] Policy & Economic Implications - Republican policies, particularly during the Trump administration, are characterized as benefiting the wealthy through measures like tax breaks for billionaire donors [5][6] - These policies are linked to cuts in social programs such as Medicaid and SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), with SNAP cut by $186 billion, impacting vulnerable populations [4][5] - The administration is accused of prioritizing the lifestyles of the rich while harming working-class and middle-class Americans [6]