In 2024, Donald Trump won big with young men—many of whom are falling behind. Men’s wages have stagnated for decades. Fewer are enrolling in college, and just 42% of bachelor’s degrees now go to men—the lowest share on record. Those skipping college often struggle to find steady work—and, with it, a sense of purpose.

Trump brought The Apprentice to America’s living room. Now, from the White House, he’s backing the real thing. His new Executive Order calls for scaling apprenticeships – earn-and-learn programs – to one million, which could be a win for men who need more than talk. But apprenticeships don’t need more buzz—they need a budget.

Men thrive in apprenticeships, and, yes, that’s a good thing. Eighty-five percent of apprentices are men – many earning more at the journey level than college grads. It’s a success story worth telling—for our economy, families, and the industries that keep America running.