Donald Trump is gearing up to make a bold return to the White House with plans to sign an unprecedented number of executive orders on his first day of his second presidency. The former president has stated he may sign more than 100 executive orders, far surpassing initial expectations of 50. These directives will encompass campaign trail promises and reversals of key policies implemented by outgoing President Joe Biden.
Among the anticipated orders, Trump aims to cut off funding for climate-related provisions embedded within Biden's Inflation Reduction Act. This move challenges the Impoundment Control Act of 1974, which mandates the executive branch to spend appropriated funds. However, Trump's nominee for the White House Office of Management and Budget has questioned the constitutionality of this law, potentially setting the stage for legal battles.
Trump also plans to reinstate the controversial "Schedule F" policy. Initially proposed during his first term, this policy would reclassify thousands of federal civil service jobs, facilitating the appointment of individuals aligned with Trump's agenda. The former president intends to fulfill this promise from 2020, potentially reshaping the federal workforce.
Another key focus for Trump is addressing immigration issues at the U.S.-Mexico border. He intends to declare a national emergency to combat illegal immigration and cross-border crimes, a move eagerly anticipated by his MAGA political base. Reflecting on his previous term, Trump had declared a national emergency to redirect Defense Department funding for a border wall.
"By the time the sun sets tomorrow evening, the invasion of our borders will have come to a halt, and all the illegal border trespassers will in some form or another, be on their way back home."
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Trump's signing ceremony will take place in front of a crowd at Washington's Capital One Arena, showcasing his commitment to fulfilling campaign promises. He has expressed confidence that these executive orders will set the nation on a new course.
"You're going to see executive orders that are going to make [you] extremely happy, lots of them…. We have to set our country on the proper course."
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Trump’s transition team plans to roll out the first wave of executive orders later in the week, with some potentially signed on the inaugural day. This strategic approach aligns with Trump's goal to swiftly implement his agenda and signal a dramatic shift from Biden's administration.