Donald Trump has been sworn in as the 47th President of the United States, marking a comeback that promises to shake up national and international politics. His inaugural address outlined a series of policies and actions aimed at "putting America first."
Key Highlights from Trump's Inauguration Speech:
Border Emergency: Trump has declared a state of emergency at the southern border with Mexico, vowing to halt all illegal entries and initiate the deportation of millions of undocumented immigrants. He also announced the reinstatement of the "Remain in Mexico" policy.
Energy Policy: Declaring a national energy emergency, Trump has pledged to ramp up oil and gas drilling, using the slogan "Drill, baby, drill." He promised to lower energy prices, replenish strategic reserves, and expand U.S. energy exports.
End of the Green New Deal: Trump announced the termination of the Green New Deal and the repeal of mandatory electric vehicle regulations.
Trade Policy: He vowed to impose tariffs on foreign goods to benefit American citizens, proposing the creation of an "External Revenue Service" to collect tariffs.
Withdrawal from the Paris Agreement: The U.S. will exit the Paris Climate Accord for the second time.
Territorial Expansion: Trump declared intentions to reclaim control of the Panama Canal and plant the American flag on Mars. He also suggested renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the "Gulf of America."
Gender Policies: The U.S. will officially recognize only two genders: male and female, reversing previous policies acknowledging multiple gender identities.
Unity and Peace: Despite his bold policies, Trump portrayed himself as a peacemaker and unifier.
Justice Department: Trump pledged to end the alleged weaponization of the Department of Justice for political purposes.
International Reactions:
Russia: Vladimir Putin congratulated Trump and expressed readiness for dialogue on Ukraine and nuclear arms control.
Ukraine: President Volodymyr Zelensky remarked that Trump’s “peace through strength” approach offers opportunities for a just and lasting peace.
Israel: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed confidence in working with Trump to defeat Iran and ensure regional stability.
NATO: NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that Trump's return would "turbocharge" defense spending and military production.
European Union: EU leaders voiced their intent to work closely with the U.S. on global challenges.
Panama: President José Raúl Mulino asserted that the Panama Canal will remain under national control in response to Trump’s comments.
Trump’s Cabinet Picks:
Vice President: J.D. Vance.
Secretary of State: Marco Rubio.
Attorney General: Pam Bondi.
Secretary of Defense: Pete Hegseth.
Notable Attendees at the Inauguration:
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni was among the world leaders in attendance.
Tech moguls including Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, and Mark Zuckerberg were seen in the front rows alongside the new administration’s key figures.
What’s Next?
Trump has announced a series of executive orders that will be signed immediately, covering immigration, energy, trade, and other key policy areas. Many of these actions are expected to face legal challenges.
The return of Donald Trump signals the beginning of a new phase in American politics, characterized by rapid and controversial changes that will have wide-reaching effects both domestically and internationally.
Stay tuned for further updates.
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