Donald Trump has big plans for his first day back in the White House and promises to move quickly with his ambitious goals, reports the BBC.
He says he’ll “make heads spin” and could sign up to 100 executive orders right after his inauguration on Monday. These orders, which don’t need Congress to approve, could impact immigration, climate policies, trade, and even TikTok.
Immigration and the Border
Trump is ready to start what he calls “the largest deportation program in American history” from day one, according to the BBC. His team might reintroduce the “Remain in Mexico” policy, which sent asylum seekers back to Mexico while waiting for their hearings.
Trump also wants to end birthright citizenship, but since the U.S. Constitution protects that, it would be very hard to change. The BBC adds that Trump may even try to close the border for health reasons by using an old law that lets the government restrict migration during a public health crisis.
Trump also wants to finish building the border wall that was started during his first term. However, these plans are expected to face strong opposition from immigrant rights groups and legal challenges.
Trade and Economy
As the BBC explains, Trump plans to bring back tariffs on imports to support U.S. manufacturing. This could include a 10% tariff on all goods and even higher taxes on products from countries like China, Mexico, and Canada. While Trump argues this will protect American jobs, experts warn that these tariffs could make everyday items more expensive and increase inflation.
Interestingly, Trump is showing support for cryptocurrency. BBC reports that he might create a national “Bitcoin stockpile” to treat crypto as a long-term asset for the country. This move has excited Bitcoin fans and could reduce government oversight of the industry.
Climate and Energy
The BBC highlights that Trump plans to reverse Joe Biden’s climate policies. He wants to cancel electric vehicle rules, ban new wind projects, and expand drilling for oil on federal lands. Trump is also expected to pull the U.S. out of the Paris Agreement again, which aims to reduce global warming. This decision could face international criticism, just like it did in his first term.
Capitol Riots
Trump may pardon many of the people convicted after the Capitol riots on January 6, 2021. According to the BBC, he has said he’s “inclined to pardon many of them” but not all. Over 1,500 people have been arrested for their roles in the attack, and this move could spark controversy.
Foreign Policy
The BBC explains that Trump claims he can end the Ukraine war quickly, though he has recently admitted it may take six months. He might also undo Biden’s decision to remove Cuba from the terrorism list and reinstate sanctions on Venezuela. While some of these changes would be easy to do through executive orders, others may take more time.
Diversity, Gender, and Social Issues
Trump has criticized “diversity, equity, and inclusion” (DEI) programs and plans to ban federal funding for schools and institutions that use them, says the BBC. He may also prohibit funding for schools teaching “critical race theory.” On transgender rights, Trump wants to bar transgender women from competing in women’s sports, calling it “transgender lunacy.”
Trump is also expected to reinstate rules that restrict federal funding for international organizations that provide abortion services. These policies are similar to those introduced by previous Republican presidents.
TikTok Ban
Surprisingly, Trump has softened his stance on TikTok. The BBC reports that he plans to issue an executive order to delay the app’s ban, giving it time to find a U.S. buyer. He wants America to own 50% of TikTok’s new venture, which he says would make the app worth billions—or even trillions—of dollars.
Final Thoughts
The BBC points out that Trump’s aggressive plans could face legal challenges, opposition from advocacy groups, and backlash from Democrats.
Still, his return to the White House is set to bring sweeping changes across many policy areas. His bold promises signal that his second term will likely be as controversial and unpredictable as his first.
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