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Former President Barack Obama congratulated President-elect Donald Trump on his astounding electoral victory and blamed inflation for the devastating loss for Democrats. Obama released the statement on Wednesday afternoon after Election Day about the time that Vice President Kamala Harris ended her concession speech at Howard University in Washington, D.C.'Progress requires us to extend good faith and grace - even to people with whom we deeply disagree.' "[T]he results are in, and we want to congratulate President Trump and Senator Vance on their victory," wrote Obama. "This is obviously not the outcome we had hoped for, given our profound disagreements with the Republican ticket on a whole host of issues. But living in a democracy is about recognizing that our point of view won't always win out, and being willing to accept the peaceful transfer of power." While the vote tabulation is still ongoing, Trump appears to have increased his support among nearly every demographic and in every single state. Some have projected Republicans to have seized control of the U.S. Senate, and the fate of the House of Representatives remains to be determined. Obama assigned the blame for his party's devastating losses on the pandemic and the resultant inflation. "Michelle and I could not be prouder of Vice President Harris and Governor Walz - two extraordinary public servants who ran a remarkable campaign," Obama continued. "As I said on the campaign trail, America has been through a lot over the last few years - from a historic pandemic and price hikes resulting from the pandemic, to rapid change and the feeling a lot of folks have that, no matter how hard they work, treading water is the best they can do. Those conditions have created headwinds for democratic incumbents around the world, and last night showed that America is not immune."Polls showed that high inflation and the state of the economy were among the most important concerns for likely voters in the election. "The good news is that these problems are solvable - but only if we listen to each other, and only if we abide by the core constitutional principles and democratic norms that made this country great. In a country as big and diverse as ours, we won't always see eye-to-eye on everything. But progress requires us to extend good faith and grace - even to people with whom we deeply disagree," Obama continued. "That's how we've come this far, and it's how we'll keep building a country that is more fair and more just, more equal and more free," he concluded. Harris said in her concession speech that she had congratulated Trump and his running mate JD Vance and had promised to help facilitate a peaceful transfer of power. Like Blaze News? Bypass the censors, sign up for our newsletters, and get stories like this direct to your inbox. Sign up here!

UFC president and longtime Trump friend Dana White took the stage following Trump’s victory and delivered a speech that caused the masses to stand and roar their support for the 47th president of the United States. Dave Rubin plays a clip of White’s powerful speech. - YouTube youtu.be “Nobody deserves this more than him, and nobody deserves this more than his family does,” White stated. “This is what happens when the machine comes after you! ... Couldn’t stop him; he keeps going forward; he doesn’t quit. He’s the most resilient, hardworking man I’ve ever met in my life. His family are incredible people.” “This is karma, ladies and gentlemen! He deserves this!” White roared, as the crowd cheered. “No matter what they threw at the guy, he just kept going,” says Dave, echoing White’s words. “They're trying to arrest him; they're taking away his business licenses; they're trying to get him off the ballot; they're shooting him. ... He just kept going,” he praises. “He damn well deserves this.” To see the footage of his speech and hear more of Dave’s commentary, watch the episode above. Want more from Dave Rubin?To enjoy more honest conversations, free speech, and big ideas with Dave Rubin, subscribe to BlazeTV — the largest multi-platform network of voices who love America, defend the Constitution, and live the American dream.

When Taylor Swift, America's most notable "childless cat lady," belted out "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together," she was singing about one of her many exes.But she might as well have been commenting on the state of American politics. The left and the right are like two people trapped in a toxic, spiteful relationship, each seething with contempt for the other. Is a national "breakup" inevitable?This is where the left stands today: not only criticizing the other side but actually rejoicing in its suffering.As this election makes especially clear, each side views the other as a threat to America’s future. The left looks at the right and sees a stubborn, regressive faction clinging to an outdated vision of America — one that resists diversity, equity, and inclusion. The right, meanwhile, sees the left as a dangerous, self-righteous force tearing down the foundations of the country in the name of progress. While both liberals and conservatives face the temptation to villainize their opponents, these days, only one side seems to consider the other as irredeemably evil.For all his allegedly "divisive" rhetoric, Donald Trump has repeatedly made it clear that he intends to work for all American citizens, regardless of race, color, or creed. It's a big tent, and even his political "enemies" are welcome.Consider Trump's recent, much-misrepresented vow to protect women "whether the women like it or not." On the left, by contrast, public figures like Sam Harris and Destiny openly scorn conservatives, branding them as “low information” or low IQ — sneering as if they’re talking about a different species altogether.To quote another Swift song, "You Need to Calm Down." Destiny's ChildishDestiny, born Steven Kenneth Bonnell II, lives up to his pretentious name. But he’s not just pretentious; he’s downright repugnant. Recently, he has become the left's primary attack dog, embodying the worst kind of partisan contempt. This bitter, angry provocateur frequently pops up on "Piers Morgan Uncensored" and a number of popular podcasts, where he revels in his role as a divisive figure. On social media, meanwhile, he can be found posting the vilest of opinions. Shortly after the first assassination attempt on Donald Trump, the tiny terror took to X to ridicule Corey Comperatore, a 50-year-old volunteer fire chief who lost his life at the rally. This wasn’t just a comment on political differences; it was a callous dismissal of another human being's life, purely because he was on the "wrong" side.This is where the left stands today: not only criticizing the other side but actually rejoicing in its suffering. Political opponents are seen as irredeemable, less than human, and unworthy of sympathy, even in death. Figures like Destiny don’t just stir up disagreement; they stoke the flames of disgust and dehumanization that widen the divide in this country. Political leaders only make matters worse. Hillary Clinton’s infamous 2016 remark labeling Trump supporters as “deplorables” didn’t just alienate millions; it arguably cost her the election. Fast forward eight years, and Joe Biden’s recent characterization of Trump supporters as “garbage” only served to emphasize the left's utter contempt for half of America (more on this in a minute).Ballots before bulletsJust a decade ago, the idea of Americans going to war against each other again seemed unthinkable, a relic of a brutal past. The Civil War was history — a reminder of the darkest days of division and bloodshed. Yet today, that distant fear feels closer than ever. The idea of Americans clashing not just at the ballot box but on the battlefield no longer seems absurd. The seeds of hatred, distrust, and outright disdain have already been planted.This brings us to the psychology of contempt. And the contempt is visceral. To be clear, contempt is not mere anger; it runs much deeper. It’s loathing; it’s sheer hatred. According to psychologist Dr. John Gottman, contempt is the strongest predictor of lasting estrangement. It’s a malignant cancer — once it takes hold, the prognosis is almost always dire.What can be done? In personal relationships, contempt can sometimes be eased through open communication, empathy, and a genuine effort to understand one another. But the divide between the left and right today is vastly different and far more complex. We’ve crossed a line — the Rubicon, if you will — and there’s really no turning back.United we stoodThe truth is that the only event likely to unite the nation for more than a fleeting moment would be a tragedy on the scale of September 11 — a catastrophic incident that compels all Americans to confront their shared humanity amid the chaos.In the wake of those devastating attacks, Andrew Kohut from the Pew Research Center conducted a thorough analysis of public opinion, comparing sentiments expressed before and after that fateful day. His findings revealed that the attacks not only galvanized a sense of national identity but also altered the public's perception of threats, trust in government, and overall political engagement. The United States of America was, at that moment in time, truly united.But that was then, and this is now.On second thought, I ask, would even a second September 11 be enough to unite the nation? That’s how fractured the country has become, and things are likely to get much worse before they get better. I take no pleasure in saying this, but we must confront this harsh reality if we ever hope to change the nation’s trajectory.With each passing second, contempt deepens, and the possibility of uniting the nation slips further away.

In a post-election interview on Wednesday, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. revealed some of his plans for a major overhaul of the country’s key health agencies.An MSNBC reporter asked RFK Jr. whether he will terminate “the top level federal service workers that are currently at" the Food and Drug Administration and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.“In some categories,” Kennedy responded. “There are entire departments, like the nutrition departments at FDA, that have to go.”He said workers in certain departments, including nutrition, are “not doing their job” or “protecting our kids.”“Why do we have Froot Loops in this country that have 18 or 19 ingredients, and you go to Canada, and it’s got two or three?” Kennedy questioned. When asked whether he plans to eradicate any of the agencies, Kennedy replied, “To eliminate the agencies, as long as it requires congressional approval, I wouldn’t be doing that.”Kennedy explained that he is confident he could “get the corruption out of the agencies.”“It’s what I’ve been doing for 40 years. I’ve sued all those agencies. I have a PhD in corporate corruption, and that’s what I do. And once they’re not corrupt, once Americans are getting good science and are allowed to make their own choices, they’re going to get a lot healthier,” he added.Less than a week before Election Day, Kennedy told NewsNation Trump’s plans for him in his future cabinet.“President Trump has asked me to reorganize the federal health agencies. The agencies that have a portfolio that affects human health, which is CDC, [National Institutes of Health], FDA, as well as some of the agencies within the United States Department of Agriculture,” Kennedy said.Kennedy said he was asked by Trump to end corruption and conflicts of interest as well as “measurably reduce chronic disease in our children within two years.”On Sunday, he remarked, “I want to be in the White House. And [Trump has] assured me that I’m going to have that.”Kennedy stated that he had not yet decided whether he wants to head the United States Department of Health and Human Services.“I want to be in the position where I’m most effective to end the chronic disease epidemic,” Kennedy continued. “And I’m confident that if I wanted to do HHS secretary, the president would fight like hell to make that happen.”Last week, Vice President Kamala Harris slammed Kennedy as “someone who has routinely promoted junk science and crazy conspiracy theories.”She called him the “exact last person in America who should be setting health care policy for America’s families and children.”Like Blaze News? Bypass the censors, sign up for our newsletters, and get stories like this direct to your inbox. Sign up here!