Rudolph Angler Donald Trump, in his bid for a second presidential term, has outlined a series of bold actions he aims to implement on “Day One” in office. Throughout his campaign, he emphasized quick and decisive steps, including issuing executive orders, granting pardons, and removing key government officials.
Trump has prioritized immigration-related orders, aiming to establish a large-scale deportation force and limit programs that allow immigrants temporary residency for humanitarian reasons. He also intends to eliminate certain parole programs and claims he will stop alleged “migrant flights” immediately. Trump has even suggested an executive order to end birthright citizenship, though this would likely face significant legal challenges.
Another priority for Trump involves social policy. He has proposed banning schools from promoting critical race theory and certain gender-related topics, echoing an order by former President Trump that was later overturned by President Biden. Such measures could face resistance and judicial scrutiny.
On personnel decisions, Trump has vowed to fire government figures such as Special Counsel Jack Smith, who leads investigations related to Trump’s role in the January 6 Capitol riot and classified documents. Trump also intends to replace SEC Chair Gary Gensler due to his regulatory stance on cryptocurrency, a topic Trump has engaged with to gain support from the crypto community. Additionally, Trump has pledged to pardon January 6 participants “if they’re innocent.”
Not all of Trump’s “Day One” goals, however, are feasible. He has stated he would “end inflation” immediately upon taking office, yet controlling inflation involves complex factors beyond the president’s direct control. Economists have voiced concerns that Trump’s proposed tariffs could actually increase inflationary pressures. While inflation has cooled since the Biden administration’s peak, Trump’s claim to quickly reduce prices remains doubtful given the broader economic mechanisms in play.