Donald Trump stormed back into the White House and hit the ground running, signing a flurry of executive orders and slapping down multiple national emergencies within hours of his return.
Trump’s Blitz of Bold Moves
In a dramatic Oval Office ceremony, Trump unleashed a suite of controversial orders that set the tone for his second stint in power:
- Pardons and sentence commutations for January 6 Capitol riot participants
- Declared illegal immigration at the US-Mexico border a national emergency
- Branded criminal cartels as terrorist organisations
- Slapped a 4-month freeze on the refugee resettlement programme
- Confirmed US exit from the World Health Organization (WHO)
- Created the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), with tech titan Elon Musk at the helm
- Launched moves to tackle what he called “radical gender ideology”
He also teased upcoming crackdowns, including mass immigration raids and boosted energy extraction plans.
Trump’s Oval Office Showdown
Amid signing the orders, Trump took time to face the press. When asked about the tradition of a farewell letter from the outgoing president, he found a note from Joe Biden marked for “47” — nodding to Trump becoming the 47th president.
“Thank you very much,” Trump said. “I may not have seen this for months.”
Immigration Crackdowns Incoming?
Pressed on immigration enforcement, Trump doubled down on harsh tactics, vowing:
“I don’t want to say when, but it has to happen.”
Sources reveal Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is gearing up for a multi-day sweep targeting undocumented immigrants.
Mixed Reactions Spark Firestorm
- Supporters hail Trump’s moves as a fierce comeback for “America First” policies.
- Critics warn the orders, especially on immigration and gender issues, will deepen divisions and damage global ties.
What’s Next for Trump’s Turbulent Term?
With Trump set to light up three inaugural balls tonight, his aggressive start promises a second term packed with conflict, controversy, and change.
