The first 100 days of Donald Trump’s second presidency, ending April 29, 2025, have been marked by a flurry of executive actions, polarizing policies, and significant controversy, reshaping the U.S. domestically and globally. Below is a concise overview based on available information, critically examined for balance and clarity:
### Key Actions and Policies
- **Executive Orders**: Trump signed over 140 executive orders, a record-breaking pace surpassing Franklin D. Roosevelt’s 99 in 1933. These targeted immigration, deregulation, and dismantling Biden-era policies on climate, DEI (diversity, equity, inclusion), and COVID-19 measures. Notable actions include declaring a national emergency at the southern border, suspending refugee admissions, and attempting to end birthright citizenship (currently under legal challenge).[](https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2025/04/28/trump-fdr-100-days/)[](https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2025/04/29/trump-first-100-days-approval-rating/)[](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/First_100_days_of_the_second_Donald_Trump_presidency)
- **Immigration**: Trump prioritized mass deportations, leveraging the 1798 Alien Enemies Act to deport 137 Venezuelan immigrants accused of crimes. Migrant crossings dropped to 8,450 in February 2025, the lowest in 25 years, compared to 47,000 in December 2024. He shut down the CBP One app and ended programs like the CNHV Parole Program. Critics argue these moves lack due process and harm communities reliant on immigrant labor.[](https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/apr/29/donald-trump-first-100-days-tracker)[](https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/elections/2025/04/25/trump-100-days-changes-in-america/83042626007/)[](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/First_100_days_of_the_second_Donald_Trump_presidency)
- **Economic Policies and Tariffs**: Trump imposed sweeping tariffs, including 25% on Canada and Mexico and 145% on Chinese goods, branding April 2, 2025, as “Liberation Day.” These were partially rolled back after market turmoil, with the S&P 500 dropping 9% since January 20. The Dow Jones faced its worst slide since the pandemic, and the IMF cut U.S. GDP growth forecasts to 1.8% for 2025, with a 37% recession risk. Supporters claim tariffs protect U.S. industries, while critics warn of inflation and supply chain disruptions.[](https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/ng-interactive/2025/apr/29/trump-100-days-president)[](https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cly1n7jz587o)[](https://english.elpais.com/usa/2025-04-28/what-trump-has-broken-in-100-days-explained-in-10-charts.html)
- **Government Restructuring**: The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, fired tens of thousands of federal workers and slashed agencies like USAID and NOAA’s climate research. Trump also cut the IRS workforce by a third and froze federal funding via an OMB memo (later blocked by courts). These align with Project 2025’s blueprint, despite Trump’s campaign disavowal.[](https://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-project-2025-first-100-days/)[](https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2025/us/trump-agenda-2025.html)[](https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/elections/2025/04/25/trump-100-days-changes-in-america/83042626007/)
- **Pardons and Clemency**: Trump issued pardons for ~1,500 individuals convicted in the January 6 Capitol attack, calling it a “full, complete, and unconditional pardon.” He also pardoned 39 others, a move critics say politicizes justice.[](https://www.npr.org/2025/04/29/nx-s1-5379554/trump-100-days-numbers-laws-immigration)[](https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/ng-interactive/2025/apr/29/trump-100-days-president)
- **Foreign Policy**: Trump upended alliances, feuding with NATO, halting Ukraine aid, and praising leaders like Putin and El Salvador’s Bukele. He proposed annexing Greenland, seizing the Panama Canal, and making Canada a U.S. state, alarming allies. His tariff war and withdrawal from international institutions signal a shift from post-WWII global order, with some analysts warning of a Cold War-style power grab.[](https://www.reuters.com/world/us/trumps-first-100-days-america-first-president-is-overturning-world-order-2025-04-27/)[](https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/apr/29/trump-100-days-doge-trade-wars-economy)
- **Social Policies**: Trump banned transgender troops, ended federal DEI programs, and cut university funding over “woke” ideology, prompting resistance from academia. His administration also investigated law firms and media, raising free speech concerns.[](https://www.reuters.com/world/us/trumps-next-100-days-feature-trade-deals-peace-talks-torpedoes-officials-say-2025-04-27/)[](https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2025/us/trump-agenda-2025.html)
### Public and Political Reaction
- **Approval Ratings**: Trump’s approval rating is historically low at 39-42%, with 55% disapproving, per Post-ABC News-Ipsos and NPR/PBS News/Marist polls. Nearly half (45%) give him an “F” grade, with only 23% awarding an “A.” His economic handling scores worse at 39%, with 64% expecting higher grocery prices. However, he retains strong Republican support, with two-thirds backing tariffs.[](https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2025/04/29/trump-first-100-days-approval-rating/)[](https://www.npr.org/2025/04/29/nx-s1-5379596/trump-100-days-polling-grade-approval-rating)
- **Economic Sentiment**: Consumer confidence is at a three-year low, with 52% of Americans believing the economy is worsening. Markets remain volatile, and inflation fears persist due to tariffs. Some voters, like Christine Cloud from Nevada, remain optimistic, citing Trump’s campaign promises, though she criticized his Canada rhetoric.[](https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-04-27/how-us-voters-feel-about-donald-trump-100-days/105215796)[](https://english.elpais.com/usa/2025-04-28/what-trump-has-broken-in-100-days-explained-in-10-charts.html)
- **Opposition and Resistance**: Democrats struggle to unify, with figures like Cory Booker and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez vocal in dissent. Universities, businesses, and courts have pushed back, with several executive orders blocked. Critics like Patrick Gaspard warn of democratic erosion, while supporters argue Trump is fulfilling voter mandates.[](https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2025/05/05/a-hundred-days-of-ineptitude)[](https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/apr/29/trump-100-days-doge-trade-wars-economy)
- **Supporter Sentiment**: Posts on X from accounts like @KEVINMAGA2024 praise deportations, border security, and ending “woke” policies, reflecting base enthusiasm. Conversely, @4HumanUnity decries veteran firings and senior care cuts, highlighting outrage among critics.[](https://x.com/nikolay_re68247/status/1916983622889807971)[](https://x.com/JPBrogan/status/1917370104599245112)
### Critical Analysis
Trump’s 100 days reflect a deliberate strategy to consolidate executive power, aligning with Project 2025’s vision of a streamlined, authoritarian-leaning government. His rapid executive actions bypass Congress, exploiting a Republican trifecta (House, Senate, White House), but their permanence is questionable without legislative backing. Court challenges and economic fallout could undermine his agenda, as seen with the OMB memo reversal and tariff pauses. The pardons and foreign policy shifts suggest a focus on loyalty and disruption over institutional stability, risking long-term diplomatic and economic damage. Yet, his base remains loyal, viewing chaos as strength, while opponents see it as incompetence or tyranny.
Comparing to FDR, often cited by Trump, is misleading. Roosevelt’s 100 days built consensus through 16 major laws, expanding government to address the Great Depression. Trump’s unilateralism, with only five minor bills (e.g., Laken Riley Act), dismantles rather than builds, lacking broad support.[](https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2025/04/28/trump-fdr-100-days/)[](https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2025/04/18/trump-100-days-failure/)
### Looking Ahead
Trump’s team promises trade deals, peace talks, and tax cuts for the next 100 days, with “torpedoes” (unspecified bold moves) planned. However, legal battles, midterm elections, and economic pressures could curb his momentum. Resistance is growing, but its effectiveness depends on unified opposition, which Democrats currently lack.[](https://www.reuters.com/world/us/trumps-next-100-days-feature-trade-deals-peace-talks-torpedoes-officials-say-2025-04-27/)[](https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cly1n7jz587o)
### Sentiment on X
The hashtag #Trump100Days shows polarized views. Supporters celebrate border security and deregulation, claiming Trump delivers at “lightning speed.” Critics highlight economic chaos, democratic backsliding, and policy failures, with some calling it a “wrecking ball.” These reflect broader divides, but X posts alone aren’t factual evidence.[](https://x.com/SoarForFreedom/status/1916985011414114595)[](https://x.com/nikolay_re68247/status/1916983622889807971)[](https://x.com/JPBrogan/status/1917370104599245112)
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