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Donald Trump Begins Second Term with Sweeping Executive Orders and Controversial Cabinet Picks

Trump's return as the 47th U.S. President brings immediate policy reversals, mass pardons, and a reshaped administration prioritizing loyalty and bold agendas.

  • Donald Trump has been sworn in as the 47th U.S. President, marking a historic political comeback following a prior loss and multiple legal challenges.
  • In his first hours in office, Trump issued over 100 executive orders, including withdrawing the U.S. from the Paris Climate Agreement and the World Health Organization.
  • He announced controversial immigration policies, including the end of birthright citizenship and the reinstatement of mass deportation programs.
  • Trump’s cabinet selections include loyalists and unconventional picks, such as a TV host for Defense Secretary and an anti-vaccine advocate for Health Secretary.
  • The president pardoned approximately 1,500 individuals convicted in connection with the January 6 Capitol attack, drawing sharp criticism for undermining accountability.
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