On January 20, 2025, Donald Trump became the 47th President of the United States. He started to take big steps soon after his swearing-in. Trump signed many far-reaching executive orders kicking off his second term with strong moves. Trump Day 1 actions include major executive orders on immigration, climate, free speech, and federal workforce reforms.
In his first speech as president, Trump said, “The golden age of America starts today,” setting the course for his team’s main goals. Here’s a full rundown of the big orders he signed on Day 1:
Scrapping Biden-era Policies: Trump got rid of 78 executive actions from the last administration. He called them “harmful” to America’s growth.
Stopping Work-from-Home for Federal Workers: Government staff now have to go back to working in the office full-time. He ended the remote work setup that started during the pandemic.
Leaving the Paris Climate Deal: Trump showed his dislike for the agreement again and began the exit process saying it put too much pressure on the U.S.
Protecting Free Speech: New plans started to shield against what some saw as federal censorship. It showed how important it is to speak .
Cracking Down on Immigration: The government called a national crisis at the southern border to stop people from entering. He also mentioned to send more people back faster.
Withdrawal from WHO: Trump announced the U.S. would exit the World Health Organization. He said it didn’t handle global health crises well.
Addressing Inflation: Trump told government departments to help lower prices and cut red tape to deal with housing and living costs.
These news headlines now show Trump’s big plans for his second term. His policies aim to change how America works at home and abroad.