Among the most notable moves were the U.S. withdrawal from the WHO and the Paris climate accord.
Donald Trump Latest News: On his first day as the 47th President of the United States, Donald Trump signed a record number of executive orders, underscoring a dramatic policy overhaul in areas ranging from health, energy, and immigration to international relations. Among the most notable moves were the U.S. withdrawal from the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Paris climate accord.
Major Orders Signed on Day One:
- Exit from WHO: Trump criticized the disproportionate U.S. funding compared to China’s contributions, formalizing the country’s withdrawal from the United Nations health agency.
- End to Remote Work: Federal employees will now be required to work in person, as the president ended work-from-home policies introduced during the pandemic.
- Immigration Reform: Trump declared a national emergency at the southern border, deployed troops, and proposed ending birthright citizenship as part of stricter immigration measures.
- Capitol Riot Pardons: In a controversial move, Trump pardoned 1,500 individuals involved in the January 6, 2021, Capitol riots.
- Energy Expansion: A "national energy emergency" was declared to facilitate the expansion of oil drilling, aiming to boost U.S. energy exports globally.
- Cultural and Social Policies: Trump repealed diversity and LGBTQ-focused policies, affirming that the government will recognize only two genders.
- Foreign Relations: Sanctions on Israeli settlers accused of abuses were lifted, and Cuba was removed from the list of state sponsors of terrorism.
While supporters hailed the orders as decisive and in line with Trump’s promises, critics expressed concerns about the implications of these policies, particularly on diversity, environmental protections, and global alliances. Trump’s presidency begins with a clear signal of his intent to reshape America’s direction on multiple fronts.
