BREAKING: President Donald Trump signs the first executive orders of his term, all geared toward making his appointments and taking control of the executive branch.
One of them ensures flags for every inauguration are flown at FULL MAST. pic.twitter.com/HkNj9hFRqc
— Eric Daugherty (@EricLDaugh) January 20, 2025
These are a few of the Executive Orders Trump is issuing today: pic.twitter.com/uOvoW2qAia
— Ian Miles Cheong (@stillgray) January 20, 2025
Moments after being sworn in, President Donald Trump wasted no time in making his mark. In a flurry of activity, he began signing a series of executive orders aimed at addressing key issues that have been at the forefront of his campaign. Day 1 priorities? Immigration, energy, and business deregulation are taking center stage.
Trump’s first executive order declared a national emergency at the U.S.-Mexico border. This move is set to deploy U.S. troops to support immigration agents and restrict refugees and asylum seekers. Trump has also pledged to restart the controversial policy that forces asylum seekers to wait in Mexico while their claims are processed. This policy, previously marred by squalid camps and gang violence, is expected to face significant challenges.
In another bold move, Trump signed an order to end birthright citizenship, a promise he made during his campaign. This executive order mandates that at least one parent must be a citizen or legal resident for their children to qualify for birthright citizenship. This action is likely to spark legal battles, as birthright citizenship is enshrined in the U.S. Constitution.
On the energy front, Trump signed orders to ease regulatory burdens on oil and natural gas production. This includes an order tied to Alaska, aimed at boosting domestic energy production and reducing reliance on foreign oil. Trump has also signed a memorandum seeking a broad-based government approach to bring down inflation, a key concern for many Americans.
Trump’s executive orders also target diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs within the federal government. One order terminates DEI funding and directs the White House to identify and end such programs. Another order rolls back protections for transgender individuals, declaring that the federal government will recognize only two immutable sexes: male and female. This order mandates that federal prisons and shelters for migrants and rape victims be segregated by sex as defined by the order.
These actions are just the beginning of what Trump has promised will be a transformative presidency. With more than 100 executive orders planned, the new administration is set to make sweeping changes across various sectors. Trump’s aggressive approach is a clear signal of his intent to fulfill his campaign promises and reshape the federal government’s policies.
As these executive orders take effect, the nation will be watching closely to see how they impact the economy, immigration, and social policies. The road ahead is uncertain, but one thing is clear: President Trump is determined to leave his mark from day one.
Sources:
https://apnews.com/article/trump-day-1-executive-orders-3a035a0bbd37b5c12630b92c8c8a9625
https://apnews.com/article/trump-day-one-border-executive-actions-30f78c3c983ae74555f281446fe22710
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