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Donald Trump begins presidency with sweeping executive orders and pardons


Published on 2025-01-22 01:40:48 - MSN
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  • Donald Trump signs a slew of executive orders on the first day in office after being sworn in as the 47th president of the United States. View on euronews

Donald Trump began his presidency with a series of bold executive actions, signaling a significant shift in policy direction. On his first day in office, Trump signed several executive orders, including one to reduce regulations, another to withdraw from the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), and directives aimed at beginning the process of building a wall along the U.S.-Mexico border. He also issued memoranda to reinstate the Mexico City policy, which bans federal funding for international groups that perform or promote abortions. Additionally, Trump took steps to limit refugee admissions and implement what he described as "extreme vetting" for people entering the U.S. from certain countries. These actions were part of his promise to prioritize American interests and security, although they sparked immediate controversy and legal challenges, reflecting the contentious nature of his early presidency.

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