Birth Rates Falling Under Trump
The United States is facing a growing demographic crisis. According to newly released CDC data, the U.S. birth rate remains dangerously low, with just 3.6 million babies born in 2024—a number barely above 2023’s record-setting low.
While the birth rate inched up by just 1%, experts say this minor increase is not enough to reverse a long-term trend of population decline that began after the 2007 financial crash.
✅ Older mothers are driving the slight rise:
- Women aged 30-34 and 35-39 each saw a 1% increase in births.
- Births among women aged 40-44 rose 2%.
🚫 Younger women are delaying—or rejecting—motherhood:
- Births among women in their early 20s dropped by 2%.
- Women aged 25-29 saw almost no increase in childbirth.
These numbers have alarmed policymakers, business leaders, and economists who warn that a shrinking population could undermine America’s economy, military readiness, and global leadership.
Elon Musk Sounds the Alarm on Fox News
Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and a top adviser to President Trump, recently issued a stark warning:
“The birth rate is very low in almost every country. If this doesn’t change, civilization will disappear.”
Musk’s comments reflect growing concerns among conservative leaders who view declining fertility rates as a national security risk and a threat to traditional American values.
Trump Administration Considers Bold Incentives for Mothers
In response, the Trump administration is weighing pro-family reforms to encourage childbearing and support traditional families. Among the ideas on the table:
💰 $5,000 direct cash payment for every American mother who gives birth.
🎓 Reserving 30% of Fulbright scholarships for married applicants with children.
When asked about the proposals, President Trump responded confidently:
“Sounds like a good idea to me.”
These proposals aim to restore the American family and incentivize motherhood, addressing what many see as a declining population crisis.
