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Trump Marks 100 Days with Aggressive Policies and Declining Approval

President Donald Trump celebrates a frenzied start to his second term, defined by sweeping executive actions, protectionist trade measures, and mounting resistance at home and abroad.

Le président américain Donald Trump lève le poing alors qu'il descend de l'Air Force One à son arrivée à l'aéroport international de Newark Liberty à Newark, New Jersey, le 26 avril 2025
Donald Trump a fêté ses 100 jours au pouvoir avec un meeting à Warren, dans le Michigan, le 29 avril 2025.
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Donald Trump sort de la Maison Blanche.

Overview

  • In 100 days, Trump has signed over 140 executive orders, targeting immigration, trade, environmental policies, and federal institutions, reshaping the U.S. government and its global role.
  • The administration's protectionist trade policies, including tariffs up to 145% on Chinese imports, have disrupted global markets and drawn criticism from allies and businesses.
  • Trump's approval rating has dropped to 39%, with 64% of Americans believing he is overreaching presidential powers, according to a Washington Post/ABC News poll.
  • The creation of the Department of Government Efficiency (Doge), led by Elon Musk, has sparked controversy for dismantling federal bureaucracy and erasing data, raising legal and ethical concerns.
  • Diplomatic shifts, including closer ties with Russia and pressure on allies like Canada, signal a realignment of U.S. foreign policy, challenging post-World War II alliances.