Donald Trump, now the 47th President of the United States, is set to begin his presidency with a historic wave of executive actions. Sworn in on Monday, January 20, after defeating Democrat Kamala Harris in the November election, Trump has promised swift changes across several key areas.
Reports say Trump will sign more than 200 executive actions on his first day, including 50 legally binding executive orders. These orders will focus on border security, energy production, and merit-based hiring in the federal workforce. Jason Miller, a senior adviser, described the moves as “unmatched” in scale and impact.
Trump plans to declare a national border emergency to close the southern border and begin mass deportations in cities like Chicago. He also announced an order to end automatic citizenship for children born in the U.S. to undocumented immigrants, a move likely to face legal challenges under the 14th Amendment.
Other actions include withdrawing from the Paris Climate Accord, pausing government offshore wind projects, and ending electric vehicle mandates for automakers. Trump has also vowed to suspend the security clearances of officials tied to the Hunter Biden laptop controversy.
Trump intends to overhaul the federal workforce by enforcing in-person work, ensuring employees are hired based on merit, and requiring strict compliance with his administration’s directives. His goal is to refocus government efforts on serving the American people.
“This is about stopping corruption and prioritizing the American people,” a senior official said.
Trump’s first-day plans reflect his commitment to delivering on campaign promises. With these sweeping actions, his administration is set to reshape U.S. policies and governance from the outset.