Immigration crackdown
Trump issued orders to tighten border security, declared a national emergency, reinstated "Remain in Mexico," and suspended refugee admissions. Programmes for Afghans and Latin American refugees were also terminated, causing significant disruptions. (Photo: AP)
Birthright citizenship ban
Attempting to end birthright citizenship, Trump’s order targets children born to undocumented immigrants or temporary residents. Legal challenges loom as the order contradicts constitutional protections for citizenship by birth. (Photo: AP)
January 6 pardons and clemencies
Trump pardoned Jan. 6 rioters, including extremist leaders, fulfilling his campaign promise. He also issued pardons to Ross Ulbricht and controversial police officers involved in high-profile cases, sparking public debate. (Photo: AP)
Energy dominance agenda
Declaring a "national energy emergency," Trump expedited deregulated drilling, paused offshore wind leasing, and repealed Biden-era clean energy goals. His orders prioritise fossil fuels, including Alaska’s energy production, over environmental protections. (Photo: AP)
DEI and transgender policy rollbacks
Trump dismantled diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, revoked transgender military rights, and reinforced binary gender definitions in official documents. Agencies were instructed to end DEI-based hiring and programmes. (Photo: AP)
Exit from Paris Climate Pact
Trump began withdrawing the US from the Paris Climate Agreement, revoking Biden’s federal clean energy procurement targets and restarting paused LNG export projects. The decision drew international criticism for ignoring climate change concerns. (Photo: AP)
Federal workforce reforms
Trump reinstated the Schedule F order, eased firing of disloyal federal employees, enforced in-office work, and froze hiring except for national security roles. These actions aim to centralise authority within federal agencies. (Photo: AP)
WHO withdrawal
Trump ordered the US exit from the World Health Organization, citing mismanagement of the COVID-19 pandemic and undue political influence. He also reversed Biden’s prescription drug cost-reduction order. (Photo: AP)
Suspending TikTok ban
Trump delayed the TikTok ban by 75 days, ordering a review of trade agreements and government censorship policies. The move reflects his broader focus on regulating tech platforms and free speech concerns. (Photo: AP)
Renaming landmarks
Trump renamed Denali to Mount McKinley and the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America. An executive order also promoted classical architectural styles for federal buildings to enhance their aesthetic appeal. (Photo: AP)
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