That is true, Typescript and JavaScript look easier. And heck if all you want to do is make the money dance on your web page it really is easier.
But writing actual application? That does actual work with error handling? Hell, no. It honestly baffles me that anyone would use JavaScript of their own free will, unless that’s the only language you know.
Their niche doesn’t include humans, even little ones. That makes them more suitable as a pet, even if they are better at killing their prey than dogs.