The American economy is roaring into 2026 with strength we haven’t seen in decades. That’s the message from economist Peter St Onge, and it’s one every patriotic American should hear loud and clear. The fake news media wants you to believe we’re on the edge of another Great Depression, but the numbers—and common sense—say otherwise. Growth is up. Jobs are coming back. Foreign money is pouring into our country. And it’s all happening because of one thing: America First policies.

St Onge says the three big things to watch in 2026 are growth, inflation, and jobs. Let’s break it down.

First, growth. The last six months have been some of the strongest the U.S. has seen since the booming 1990s. That’s not by accident. It’s because we’ve finally reversed the disastrous Biden-era policies that choked off opportunity and punished success. Federal spending is under control. Washington has rolled back hundreds of pointless regulations that were strangling job creators. And we’re seeing an explosion of investment in new technologies like artificial intelligence.

But the biggest surprise? Trillions of dollars in investment are coming into the country from overseas. Why? Because President Trump’s tariffs have finally put America in the driver’s seat. Other nations know they can’t take advantage of us anymore. They’re not just talking about it—they’re writing checks. South Korea is promising $350 billion. Japan is pledging $550 billion. The European Union is bringing in $600 billion. Even Gulf nations like Saudi Arabia and the UAE are jumping in with over a trillion dollars each. Some call it tribute. We call it respect.

And it’s not just foreign governments. Companies are moving their factories and production back to the United States. That means American jobs. That means American paychecks. That means American pride. Just like President Reagan’s tariffs in the 1980s brought Japanese car makers to our shores, Trump’s tariffs are bringing back manufacturing across the board. St Onge says we could see more than 10 trillion dollars in total investment. For every trillion, that’s about a million new jobs. You do the math—2026 could go down as a record-breaking year for American workers.

2026 is set to rip, driven by:

• Trillions of investment
• Massive deregulation
• A pro-growth Fed
• The biggest tax cuts since 2017

All while deportations cut housing costs and crime rates.

Of course, journalists will keep promising breadlines and soup kitchens. pic.twitter.com/SEwkYfMmUQ

— Peter St Onge, Ph.D. (@profstonge) January 1, 2026

Now, St Onge does warn about a few risks. If the AI tech bubble pops, or if foreign countries back out on their promises, that could slow things down. But the biggest danger? The Supreme Court possibly striking down the tariffs. That would be a disaster. It would hand the power back to globalists and let China and Europe walk all over us again. We can’t let that happen. The tariffs are working. We need to keep them in place.

On inflation, things are still high. Washington seems to have quietly agreed that 3 percent inflation is the new normal. That’s not ideal, but it’s the price we pay when the Federal Reserve refuses to get serious. Still, voters care more about jobs than inflation, and jobs are where the action is.

Technology is changing the job market too. AI is starting to replace some useless degrees. That’s not a bad thing. We’ve had too many young people wasting time and money on liberal arts degrees that don’t teach real-world skills. The good news is, new jobs are popping up in the service sector—personal trainers, bartenders, and other jobs that require human connection. AI can’t replace that.

But we’re not out of the woods yet. St Onge says the real threat is the mountain of regulations and taxes still buried in our system. Even with Trump’s leadership, the federal bureaucracy is massive. If we don’t keep cutting red tape and slashing taxes, we’ll lose jobs faster than we can create them.

So what’s the bottom line? 2026 could be a boom year. But we’ve got to stay sharp. If you’re investing, stay steady. If you’re raising kids, teach them skills that AI can’t copy. And if you’re voting, remember this: Washington is not your friend. But with strong leadership, bold policies, and a commitment to America First, the future looks bright. Let’s keep fighting for it.