Donald Trump's 100-day mark in his second presidency has been significant, with various actions and policies implemented. Here's a breakdown¹:
- *Executive Orders*: Trump has signed 142 executive orders, focusing on:
- *Immigration Reform*: Declaring a national emergency on the southern border, enabling the deployment of armed forces, and addressing the fentanyl crisis.
- *Tariffs*: Imposing 25% tariffs on goods from Mexico and Canada, and 10% on China, sparking a trade war.
- *Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)*: Rolling back DEI policies, targeting transgender Americans, and revoking Equal Employment Opportunity frameworks.
- *Energy and Environment*: Withdrawing from the Paris Climate Agreement, promoting domestic oil production, and ending electric vehicle incentives.
- *Legislation*: Trump signed the Laken Riley Act, requiring ICE to detain illegal aliens accused or charged with certain crimes.
- *Government Organization*: Establishing the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), headed by Elon Musk, to reduce wasteful spending and eliminate excessive regulations.
- *Foreign Policy*: Reinstating Cuba's designation as a state sponsor of terror, reversing sanctions on Israeli settlers, and pausing the TikTok ban.
- *Economic Policy*: Imposing tariffs, promising tax cuts, and reducing federal government size.
Some notable actions have drawn mixed reactions from Republicans and Democrats, with concerns about executive authority and potential legal challenges. Trump's administration has also faced criticism for its handling of immigration and climate policies.