President Donald Trump, poised to commence his second term, has outlined an ambitious blueprint anchored on a series of executive mandates sure to kickstart an epoch of profound transformation. ‘Shock and awe,’ is how Sen. John Barrasso of Wyoming described the developments after Republican Congress members got a taste of the prospective reforms. Embracing his undeniable ‘mandate’ from the American populace, Trump is set to surpass a hundred executive undertakings within the initial days of office. The occasion of his swearing-in as the 47th president is deemed a pivotal ‘liberation day for America.’
Over a hundred executive directives are anticipated, a stern call to the administrative machinery to reform. Stephen Miller, Trump’s deputy chief of staff for policy, expressed last week, ‘There will be over 100 executive actions – commands to the bureaucracies to change their ways.’ With Congress bypassed to quickly overhaul a comprehensive gamut of policies of President Joe Biden, Trump’s plan covers diverse areas, including climate, workforce diversity, and inclusion within the federal ranks.
Trump’s practical and assertive campaign promises to reinforce the southern border, augment domestic energy production, and modify certain orientations towards transgender Americans form the keystones of this strategy. The actions proposed, however, are expected to elicit controversy, with some factions of the political left likely to stage protests. Certain orders, particularly those related to immigration, may potentially provoke legal challenges.
A glimpse into some planned executive actions reveals an array of promising strategies. Particularly, in the area of immigration, Trump has proposed several decisive orders to fortify the U.S.-Mexico border connectivity, which, it must be noted, has experienced historically low instances of illegal transgressions in recent weeks. One such measure involves the revival of Title 42 authority, enabling swift expulsion of asylum-seekers at the U.S.-Mexico border.
Title 42, a public health emergency law, had been utilized by both the Trump and Biden administrations during the COVID pandemic for the expedited return of border transgressors. This policy was dismissed by Biden in 2023. Another of Trump’s pledges draws focus on executing ‘mass deportations’ of illegal immigrants, thereby restoring the rule of law in immigration.
To accomplish these comprehensive alterations, Trump has proposed the expansion of the immigration agents’ ambit, potentially involving U.S. military assets. Not surprisingly, these proposed transformations have instigated some undue apprehensions amongst Democrats. Nevertheless, Trump remains unswerving in his commitment to the cause.
Trump, unwavering in his determination, has set his sights on the resumption of the border fence construction along the U.S.-Mexico border. This project, a cornerstone of his first-term policy, had been arbitrarily abandoned by the Biden administration. An impressive 452 miles of the barrier was completed under Trump’s initial presidency. However, merely 40 miles substituted previous obstacles.
In the realm of trade, Trump has advocated noteworthy tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China from the outset. His firm belief in promoting domestic industry and ensuring national economic security is the driving force behind such a move. Three weeks post his election triumph, Trump declared his executive order intention to impose a 25% tariff on all goods originating from Canada and Mexico.
Additionally, Trump plans to append a new 10% tariff over existing levies on products imported from China. Such measures, according to Trump, seek to combat the lurking threats of crime and drugs purportedly carried in by droves via Mexico and Canada, ensuring a safer America.
On the energy front and in sync with his campaign slogan of ‘drill, baby, drill,’ Trump envisages a series of executive moves to enhance domestic energy output already registering record highs. Promising swift reversals of Biden’s recent ban on offshore drilling along the Atlantic and Pacific coasts, Trump plans to boost the domestic oil sector significantly.
Moreover, Trump seeks to reopen drilling opportunities within Alaska’s Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. This decisive step further underscores his commitment to ensuring the nation’s energy self-sufficiency and fostering economic growth.
Another area where Trump and his advisers have hinted at possible executive action is in relation to federal employment. Trump is a staunch advocate of a more traditional, in-person working environment. To that end, he has declared his intention to dismiss any federal personnel unwilling to comply with a physical return to offices under his administration.
These proposed actions clearly demonstrate Trump’s prioritization of American interests. His proactive and decisive approach promises a brighter, safer, and more prosperous future for all American citizens. It is a roadmap that heralds a new era in American governance, built on strong leadership, transparency, and committed delivery of poll promises.