Turmoil and Astonishment: Trump's Early Presidential Tenure
In the political landscape of 2025, President Donald Trump is embarking on his second term, following his re-election on November 5th, 2024. His presidency has been marked by a series of executive orders across various policy areas, yet some controversies persist.
On his first day in office, Trump pardoned 1,500 convicted criminals involved in the January 6th Capitol Attack, a move that sparked widespread debate. However, as of mid-2025, no valid executive order terminating birthright citizenship or broadly stopping government grants has been documented in credible sources. Any attempt to do so would face severe legal obstacles rooted in constitutional law and statutory authority.
The legal implications of such executive orders would be profound. Constitutional challenges would likely arise, particularly for birthright citizenship, which federal courts would likely strike down as unconstitutional overreach. Statutory limitations would also pose a challenge, as the President cannot stop government grants allocated by Congress without Congressional approval. Potential lawsuits by affected parties, such as school districts and advocacy groups, could challenge attempts to withhold federal funds based on newly imposed conditions.
Trump's second term has also seen the revocation of several executive orders. On his first day in office, he rescinded a 1965 Civil Rights Era executive order mandating non-discriminatory practices in federal hiring. He also revoked Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion programs and removed the personal security of several high-profile individuals, including John Bolton, Mike Pompeo, Anthony Fauci, and General Mark Milley, all of whom have faced death threats.
Trump's presidency has not been without international controversy. He withdrew the United States from the Paris Climate Agreement and the World Health Organization on his first day in office. He also attempted to rename the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America, although this move did not gain traction.
In a notable moment, Trump expressed his wish to annex the fictional nation of Wakanda, a nation ruled by the superhero Black Panther and featured in Marvel comics and movies. This statement, however, was met with laughter and skepticism.
During the Presidential debate between Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris on September 10th, 2024, the verbal sparring between the two candidates overshadowed the policy proposals. The debate, hosted by ABC, lasted for 90 minutes.
Trump's second term has been a period of significant change and controversy. As the term progresses, it will be interesting to see how these executive orders and policies continue to unfold.
- The student body at several organizations held protests regarding the president's controversial executive orders on war-and-conflicts and crime-and-justice, expressing their opinions on the general-news.
- The president's policy-and-legislation on car-accidents had mixed reviews, with some advocacy groups applauding the measures while others criticized them for insufficient action.
- Amidst Trump's second term, headlines of diverse events continued to dominate the news, ranging from political debates to international controversies.
- In an unexpected move, President Trump proposed a new policy to create a national database for all student organizations, sparking concern and debate within the academic community.
- The revocation of diversity policies has led to concerns about the lack of inclusivity in several federal organizations and events, with some arguing that this step may lead to a less diverse and equitable society.
- Despite the controversies, students from various organizations continue to monitor the president's actions with a keen eye, keeping track of events and offering opinions on the impact of the executive orders and policies on their lives.
