President Donald Trump shared a powerful moment with supporters on Truth Social Saturday after receiving high praise from one of the most respected conservative economists in modern American history.
In his post, Trump highlighted remarks from Arthur Laffer, the legendary economist who helped shape Ronald Reagan’s economic revolution and remains a towering figure in conservative economic thought.
According to Trump, Laffer praised his presidency in extraordinary terms, crediting Trump’s leadership and trade policies for helping restore American strength and prosperity.
Trump described the recognition as deeply meaningful, saying it was especially humbling coming from a man whose economic ideas transformed the U.S. economy and guided a generation of conservative leaders. The president added that America is once again becoming wealthy, confident, and respected on the world stage.
A Longtime Supporter of Trump’s Economic Agenda
While the exact phrasing cited by Trump could not be independently verified from public event transcripts, Laffer’s admiration for Trump is well documented.
In an interview with Axios earlier this year, Laffer called Trump a “great negotiator” and described him as the most effective president of his lifetime — high praise from an economist who has advised multiple administrations.
Often referred to as the “father of supply-side economics,” Laffer played a key role in shaping Trump’s 2016 tax reform platform and later served as a trusted economic adviser. In recognition of his influence and decades of service to the country, Trump awarded Laffer the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2019.
Conservative Economists Weigh In on the Economy
Laffer was also recently quoted in a Politico report examining conservative economists’ views on the U.S. economy under Trump.
While Laffer gently dismissed Trump’s habit of grading his own economic performance as an “A+++++,” he made clear that the results speak for themselves.
“The economy is damn good,” Laffer said, adding that Trump has done an excellent job and that the outlook for the coming years remains strong and optimistic.
Past Concerns, Present Results
Laffer has, at times, expressed caution about aggressive trade policies, previously warning that excessive protectionism can slow economic growth. In earlier remarks, he argued that free trade and reduced barriers historically help fuel economic expansion.
However, despite those concerns, Laffer has consistently acknowledged Trump’s effectiveness as a negotiator and leader, particularly when it comes to securing better trade terms for the United States and prioritizing American workers.
A Message to Supporters
Trump’s post reflects a broader message he continues to deliver to voters: that his economic policies are earning respect from leading conservative thinkers and delivering tangible results for the country.
For many longtime conservatives, especially those who lived through the Reagan years, praise from Arthur Laffer carries special weight — reinforcing Trump’s argument that his presidency represents a continuation of strong, pro-growth conservative leadership.
