President Donald Trump made a swift return to the White House, immediately signing several executive orders that reversed many of the policies put in place by former President Joe Biden. These actions show a clear and rapid change in the country’s direction. Among the first changes was the reversal of several immigration policies, a process to take the U.S. out of the Paris climate agreement, and an order aimed at keeping TikTok active in the United States.
Furthermore, President Trump issued pardons to several people who were involved in the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol. This action has caused much discussion and disagreement, with many questioning the message it sends about holding people responsible for the events of that day. Critics see this move as an attempt to reshape the political landscape early in his time back in office.
Another key action was the effort to keep TikTok running in the US, highlighting the complicated relationship between social media and national conversation. President Trump stated that “We need to have a better handle on what’s going on,” indicating his desire to control how information moves within the country. He added that his orders were specifically made for this purpose. The initial actions signal his willingness to quickly make changes to how the nation operates.
The flurry of executive orders are an early sign of how the Trump administration plans to govern. These early pardons, reversals of policies, and the decision about TikTok are likely to face legal challenges and public debate, showing the potential impact of President Trump’s executive actions on many issues. The rapid pace of change suggests the nation will see many policy shifts under his leadership.