u/Mark_Roher

Trying to understand the actual numbers here — are bankruptcies going up or down under Trump?

I’ve seen mixed claims depending on who’s talking. Some say strong economic conditions keep filings low, others point to rising debt, interest rates, and cost of living pushing more people toward bankruptcy.

Also curious how this compares to previous years (pre-COVID, post-COVID, etc.).

Anyone have real data or trends instead of political takes?

Bernie Sanders called out Trump over the recent DoorDash PR stunt, where a delivery driver was brought to the White House to highlight the “no tax on tips” policy.

Critics say the moment was staged, not a real delivery, and meant to promote the policy rather than address broader economic issues.

Sanders’ point was simple: while politicians celebrate symbolic gestures, many families are still dealing with rising costs, healthcare bills, and financial instability.

The stunt itself has drawn backlash from multiple angles, with some arguing it highlights a deeper problem—people in their late 50s or older still needing gig work to survive.

The debate isn’t really about DoorDash. It’s about whether these kinds of optics distract from bigger systemic issues like wages, healthcare, and economic security.