Trump’s Agenda for his Second Term as President
On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump was inaugurated for his second term, unveiling an ambitious agenda aimed at reshaping America’s domestic and foreign policies.
Immigration and Border Security
President Trump declared a national emergency at the U.S.-Mexico border, emphasizing a commitment to end illegal immigration. He labeled Mexican cartels as foreign terrorist organizations and announced the termination of the CBP One border app, which had previously facilitated the entry of nearly one million individuals into the U.S.
Economic Initiatives
In his inaugural address, President Trump outlined a comprehensive “America First” economic agenda focusing on four key areas:
- Tariffs on Foreign Goods: Establishing an “External Revenue Service” to manage tariffs, aiming to generate significant revenue for the U.S. Treasury.
- Combating Inflation: Implementing executive orders to address high living costs and reverse policies promoting green energy.
- Promoting Domestic Oil Drilling: Declaring a National Energy Emergency to enhance oil drilling efforts, aiming to reduce energy costs.
- Strict Immigration Enforcement: Vowing to deport unauthorized immigrants, impacting sectors that rely heavily on immigrant labor.
Foreign Policy and National Security
President Trump’s foreign policy agenda includes confronting China, ending the war in Ukraine, and demanding increased contributions from NATO member countries. He also plans to reclaim the Panama Canal and rename the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America, reflecting a focus on national sovereignty.
Social Policies and Government Reforms
The administration intends to reverse protections for transgender athletes and dismantle federal diversity programs. Plans include banning critical race theory in education and addressing issues related to race and gender in schools. Additionally, President Trump aims to expand presidential powers, centralizing authority and replacing career federal civil service employees with political loyalists.
Key Appointments and Initiatives
The administration features notable figures such as Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Elon Musk, who will lead efforts to overhaul government efficiency and public health approaches. President Trump also hinted at granting pardons to individuals charged in the January 6 Capitol riots and pledged to release records related to the Kennedy and King assassinations.
President Trump’s second-term agenda represents a significant shift toward populist governance, focusing on national sovereignty, economic protectionism, and a reorientation of domestic and foreign policies.
