On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump commenced his second term with a series of executive actions aimed at reversing many policies from the previous administration. Key actions included:
Immigration and Border Security:
- Mass Deportations: Initiated a large-scale deportation operation, with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) conducting over 1,000 daily arrests, targeting sanctuary cities and individuals on pre-established criminal lists. (apnews.com)
- Border Wall Construction: Renewed efforts to build a wall along the U.S.-Mexico border, deploying additional troops to enhance security. (apnews.com)
- Birthright Citizenship: Signed an executive order attempting to end birthright citizenship for children of undocumented immigrants, a move that faced immediate legal challenges. (theguardian.com)
Climate and Environment:
- Paris Agreement Withdrawal: Officially withdrew the United States from the Paris Climate Agreement, signaling a shift in environmental policy. (apnews.com)
- Environmental Regulations: Rescinded various environmental regulations enacted by the previous administration, including the dissolution of the White House Office of Domestic Climate Policy and the National Climate Task Force. (en.wikipedia.org)
Social Policies:
- Transgender Rights: Issued an executive order recognizing only two sexes, male and female, and disallowing the use of taxpayer funds to support “gender ideology,” effectively rolling back protections for transgender individuals. (apnews.com)
- Diversity Programs: Ended federal diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, directing agencies to cease implementation of related policies. (apnews.com)
Foreign Policy:
- World Health Organization (WHO): Withdrew the United States from the WHO, reversing the previous administration’s decision to rejoin. (apnews.com)
Criminal Justice:
- Pardons: Granted pardons to approximately 1,500 individuals convicted in connection with the January 6 Capitol attack, a move that drew criticism from some political figures. (theguardian.com)
These actions reflect President Trump’s commitment to his campaign promises and a significant shift in U.S. policy across various sectors.