'He's an American badass': Vivek Ramaswamy explains why Trump won the US elections

In the wake of Donald Trump’s remarkable victory, Vivek Ramaswamy, a rising star in the Republican Party, has provided a compelling reason for his success: the former President is “an American badass.” In a recent statement, Ramaswamy celebrated Trump’s triumph, explaining that while many in the media misjudged the 45th President, his resilience and self-belief were key to his comeback.

“Trump isn’t an ideologue or a policy wonk,” Ramaswamy said. “He’s an American badass. They tried to disqualify him, imprison him, and even kill him twice – none of it worked. They underestimated him, and by extension, they underestimated the American people.” Ramaswamy’s bold words reflect his deep admiration for Trump’s ability to defy the odds, particularly in a deeply polarized political climate. He credits Trump’s victory with embodying a spirit of American exceptionalism that resonates with millions of voters across the nation.

Here’s the reason why Donald Trump won by the largest margin of any President in modern history. He’s not an ideologue. He’s not a policy wonk. He’s an American badass. They tried to DQ him, jail him, kill him (twice). None of it worked. Our self-appointed “betters” in the media…

— Vivek Ramaswamy (@VivekGRamaswamy) November 6, 2024

For Ramaswamy, who has become a significant voice within the Republican Party through his outspoken criticism of "corporate wokeness" and his advocacy for free-market capitalism, Trump’s success is a testament to the broader appeal of a tough, unapologetic leadership style.

Ramaswamy, who aligned himself with Trump during the election season, has become a key supporter of Trump’s economic agenda. His pro-business stance and strong opposition to what he deems "left-wing overreach" have earned him growing influence in Republican circles.

However, Ramaswamy’s focus is on the strength of the American spirit that Trump represents. He sees Trump’s success as the embodiment of the nation’s resilience—a nation that, despite facing challenges.

"He’s just like our nation in that way. We’ve always believed it was our manifest destiny to be exceptional, to be the greatest nation on Earth, to show the world what’s possible for humanity to achieve, even when other countries doubted us," Ramaswamy said.

“Trump’s comeback is the American comeback,” Ramaswamy declared. “Our nation deserves a badass Commander-in-Chief right now—and that’s exactly what we got.”

Ramaswamy’s words offer a sharp contrast to the more sombre reaction from Vice President Kamala Harris, who conceded defeat with a promise to continue fighting for progressive ideals. Speaking to a crowd at Howard University, Harris acknowledged Trump’s victory while vowing to keep fighting for women’s rights and against gun violence. She called the loss “not what we wanted,” but expressed hope that the “light of America’s promise” would continue to burn brightly despite the outcome.

As Trump celebrates his historic victory, Ramaswamy’s influence continues to grow within the GOP, and many see him as a potential future leader. Trump himself has hinted that Ramaswamy may play a prominent role in the next administration, with speculation that he could be considered for a cabinet position to help further the president’s deregulatory agenda.