In a dramatic reversal that signals growing momentum for President Trump’s 2025 resurgence, billionaire businessman and Home Depot co-founder Ken Langone — once a vocal critic of Trump’s leadership — is now one of his most enthusiastic backers. The longtime Republican donor, known for his blunt honesty and no-nonsense business style, made clear in recent remarks: “I am sold on Trump.”
Langone, who once expressed deep reservations about Trump’s trade policies and temperament, now sees the president as a decisive leader delivering real results on the world stage and at home. From strong support for Israel to high morale among American workers, Langone said he’s never felt more bullish about America’s future.
“Like it or not, this guy’s getting things done,” Langone declared. “If I told you how bullish I was…I have never been more excited about the future of America than I am right now, right this minute.”
Langone’s shift is significant. As the chairman of NYU Langone’s board of trustees and a titan of American retail, his voice carries weight among conservative donors and the business elite. For years, Langone worried that Trump’s second term might be focused on retribution. Now, he says those fears were unfounded.
“I’m happy to say that I’m comfortable he’s not doing that. He’s acting presidential. I’m impressed with the people he’s got around him,” Langone said, nodding to Trump’s strategic and experienced team.
One turning point for Langone was Trump’s bold and successful June 2025 airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites — a mission that stunned global observers and reasserted America’s deterrence in the Middle East. Recounting a conversation with one of the mission’s pilots, Langone said, “One of the pilots on that miraculous trip to Iran… said, ‘You’re the only guy in the presidency that would have done what you did.’ And you know what? He’s probably right.”
Langone also praised Trump’s unwavering support for Israel, calling it deeply personal. “So much in my life has revolved around Jews — doctors, friends, business partners, you name it.” He questioned how Jewish voters in places like New York could continue supporting Democrats who enable anti-Israel rhetoric, saying, “I don’t even understand the Jews sometimes.”
While still uneasy about some of Trump’s proposed tariffs — especially on countries like Vietnam — Langone admitted he may not have the full picture. “I believe he’s been poorly advised… But when you make a mistake, admit it. I am sold on Trump.”
Trump himself took a victory lap on Truth Social, hammering home the decades-long failures of globalist trade deals:
> “The United States of America has been ripped off on TRADE (and MILITARY!), by friend and foe, alike, for DECADES… And never was \[sustainable]!”
He continued, “Countries should sit back and say, ‘Thank you for the many year’s long free ride, but we know you now have to do what’s right for America.’”
Ken Langone’s endorsement isn’t just symbolic — it’s a sign that America’s business leaders, tired of weakness abroad and confusion at home, are rallying behind Trump’s America First agenda. The tide is turning — and the Trump train is gaining speed.
