President Donald Trump wasted no time in fulfilling his promises as he embarked on a flurry of executive actions on his first day in office. Among his initial actions, Trump repealed numerous policies implemented by former President Joe Biden and officially withdrew the United States from the Paris climate accords. Additionally, he issued pardons to approximately 1,500 individuals involved in the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol.
Trump's upcoming plans include further executive orders aimed at ending diversity, equity, and inclusion funding, tightening border security, and easing regulations on oil and natural gas production. While the President has pledged to undertake numerous actions, the timeline for their implementation remains uncertain.
Key Highlights of Trump's Executive Actions:
Pardons and Legal Actions
Trump has granted pardons to individuals linked to the Capitol attack and has ordered an end to federal cases against perceived political opponents. He has vowed to curtail the 'weaponization' of federal law enforcement.
Economic Policies
Trump signed a memorandum directing federal agencies to address consumer inflation and repealed Biden's regulations to facilitate oil and gas production. He plans to impose tariffs on Canada and Mexico and is seeking a U.S. buyer for TikTok.
Foreign Policy
Continuing his 'America First' approach, Trump is withdrawing from the World Health Organization and making symbolic changes such as renaming the Gulf of Mexico and Mount McKinley.
Immigration Measures
Trump is reverting to his first-term immigration policies, including prioritizing the deportation of all undocumented individuals. He has declared a national emergency at the U.S.-Mexico border and intends to restrict refugee admissions.
Climate and Energy
Trump has formally withdrawn the U.S. from the Paris climate agreements and plans to declare an energy emergency to boost domestic energy production.
Government Reforms
Trump has frozen federal government hires and regulations while aiming to streamline bureaucracy. He is empowering a task force led by Elon Musk to recommend government spending cuts.
Diversity and Inclusion
Trump is rolling back protections for transgender individuals and terminating diversity, equity, and inclusion programs within the federal government.
President Trump's swift executive actions signal a significant shift in policy direction, setting the tone for his administration's priorities in the coming days and months.
