Trump's Early Second Term Defined by Sweeping Executive Actions and Controversy

In a turbulent first two weeks, President Trump has issued a wave of executive orders targeting diversity, immigration, and federal spending, drawing widespread criticism and legal challenges.

President Trump has rapidly rolled out executive orders targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, LGBTQ+ rights, and immigration policies, framing them as part of a broader 'anti-woke' agenda.
Trump controversially linked a tragic mid-air collision near Washington, D.C., to diversity hiring practices at the FAA, despite providing no evidence for the claim.
A sweeping freeze on federal funding disrupted programs like Medicaid, Head Start, and foreign aid, leading to confusion and lawsuits; parts of the freeze were later walked back after court intervention.
Trump issued over 1,500 pardons for individuals involved in the January 6 Capitol attack and announced plans for significant tariffs on Canada and Mexico, further polarizing public opinion.
Critics have raised concerns about the administration's consolidation of power, including replacing career civil servants with loyalists, while legal challenges and institutional pushback have begun to emerge.