Here’s an overview of what Donald Trump has promised to tackle on his first day in office as president.
At 78, Trump foresees a whirlwind of a start with a packed agenda that includes everything from ending international conflicts to addressing domestic policies.
To begin with, he plans to be sworn in as president, and follow the ceremony with an indoor rally due to weather concerns, as a polar vortex threatens Washington D.C. and beyond on January 20th.
One of his priorities is to swiftly end the war in Ukraine. During a debate with Vice President Kamala Harris, Trump stated, “That is a war that’s dying to be settled. I will get it settled before I even become president.” His focus seems unwavering on international diplomacy.
Domestically, Trump envisions initiating mass deportation raids, starting possibly in Chicago. In a conversation with NBC, he emphasized the seriousness of this action, suggesting, “Well, it’s got to happen, and if it doesn’t happen, we’re not going to have a country any longer.” However, his team has yet to clarify the logistics of executing this plan.
Additionally, on his first day, Trump has vowed to pardon individuals convicted for their involvement in the January 6 Capitol Riot, suggesting he could do so within “maybe the first nine minutes.” This promise underscores Trump’s continued interest in addressing the fallout from the event.
Economic policy isn’t left out either. Trump aims to impose a 25% tariff on both Mexican and Canadian products, alongside all other imports into the United States. His protectionist stance is part of his larger vision to invigorate American industries.
Environmentally, Trump has expressed his intention to dismantle various regulations that he believes impede energy production. Particularly, he stated, “The day I take office, I will cancel Crooked Joe’s electric vehicle mandate.” His plans involve stripping away electric car mandates to boost what he terms “American energy.”
Lastly, Trump’s array of objectives includes creating tariffs specifically targeting transgender athletes in sports, illustrating his controversial approach to gender and sports matters.
Indeed, it appears Trump is preparing for a very eventful inaugural day filled with significant changes, both nationally and internationally.
One thing is clear: with such a comprehensive and ambitious list of objectives, much attention will be focused on the realization of these promises once the new presidency begins. We’ll watch closely as Trump’s plans unfold in the days following his inauguration.
