#Trump100Days #Trump100Days developments from Donald Trump’s first 100 days in office during his second term (January 20 – April 30, 2025):

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1. Aggressive Use of Executive Power

• Trump signed over 135 executive orders, the most in modern U.S. history for a 100-day period.

• These included the dismantling of the Department of Education, eliminating DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) programs, and slashing federal regulations.

• He created a new “Department of Government Efficiency” with Elon Musk as director to overhaul bureaucracy and cut government spending.

(Source: Time)

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2. International Trade & Tariff Policy

• Trump launched the “Liberation Day Tariffs” on April 2:

• A 10% base tariff on all imports.

• Higher rates for “unfair traders”: China (34%), Thailand (36%), Vietnam (46%).

• Global markets dropped sharply in response, and foreign leaders condemned the policy.

(Source: Wikipedia)

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3. Foreign Policy Shifts

• Trump paused military and intelligence support to Ukraine, proposing a controversial peace deal favoring Russian access to Ukrainian resources.

• He withdrew the U.S. from the WHO and the Paris Climate Agreement.

• The moves caused deep concern among NATO allies and global health leaders.

(Source: Wikipedia)

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4. Immigration Crackdown

• Trump signed the Laken Riley Act, mandating detention of immigrants charged with crimes.

• He also pushed to end birthright citizenship.

• These policies intensified fear and instability for millions of legal immigrants.

(Source: Yahoo News)

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5. Falling Approval Ratings

• Pew Research reported Trump’s approval rating at 39%, with strong disapproval of his tariffs and governance style.