Billionaire at the Barricades

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In 2016, Americans engaged in a movement that propelled Donald Trump into the Oval Office. Can he fulfill his agenda, or will his opponents in the media, protests, and political establishment thwart his efforts and the movement he embodies? Laura Ingraham provides an insider's perspective on this populist revolution, exploring its roots and its ties to the Trump presidency. She exposes the opposition, predicts the future of the Make America Great Again agenda, and shares her insights for enacting real change in Washington. Ingraham stands apart from many in the media by recognizing Trump’s appeal and challenging those who dismissed his political viability. She addresses the critics of his America First agenda with sharp humor and insight, tracing the history of the populist movement from Goldwater’s 1964 campaign to Nixon’s Silent Majority and Reagan’s electoral triumphs. Populism has driven the campaigns of figures like Buchanan and Perot, influenced George W. Bush's election, and fueled the Tea Party during Obama’s presidency. Yet, it was a political outsider—a Manhattan billionaire—who emerged as the movement’s most prominent advocate. This narrative captures his victory and the ongoing struggle to implement his agenda. This work is also published as *Busting the Barricades: What I Saw at the Populist Revolt*.