Trump lists 7 things he plans to accomplish as president.
With promises of action on topics like immigration, the economy, and the war in Ukraine, Donald Trump is expected to return to the White House.
With the Senate back in the hands of his Republican Party, he appears to have broad support for his political agenda in Congress.
In his victory address, Trump promised to “govern by a simple motto: Promises made, promises kept.” We intend to honor our commitments. Many of Trump’s campaign pledges entail major legal, legislative, and logistical challenges; therefore, even with considerable presidential authority, Congress, states, and perhaps even constitutional amendments must work together to accomplish these goals.
1) Deport unauthorized immigrants.
Trump pledged during his campaign to deport the largest number of unauthorized aliens in US history.
Additionally, he promised to finish the wall, which was begun during his first presidency, at the Mexican border.
Before declining in 2024, the number of crossings at the US southern border reached historic highs at the end of the previous year during the Biden-Harris administration.
2. Import taxes on all goods nationwide
Promise: To encourage home production and lessen dependency on imports, Trump has suggested imposing a 10% tariff on all imports.
Possibility: Enacting such a comprehensive tariff would need the backing of Congress, which is far from assured. Economists caution that a general tariff may increase American consumers’ expenses, sour trade ties, and possibly lead to retaliatory tariffs.
3. Tax, tariff, and economic measures
Data from exit polls indicates that voters’ top concern was the economy. Trump has pledged to “end inflation.” Under President Joe Biden, it reached high levels before declining once more. However, the president’s ability to directly affect prices is constrained.
Extending his 2017 revamp, he has also pledged broad tax cuts. In addition to eliminating the tax on social security benefits and the company tax, he has suggested making tips tax-free.
4. Special Counsel Jack Smith is fired.
The seasoned prosecutor in charge of two criminal investigations against Trump has been threatened with dismissal “within two seconds” of his inauguration.
Due to his alleged mishandling of confidential materials and attempts to rig the 2020 election, Special Counsel Jack Smith has indicted Trump. Trump was convicted of fabricating company documents in New York and will be the first president to return to the White House with a criminal conviction.
5. Abortion is not prohibited.
With a majority of conservative justices after Trump’s first term, the Supreme Court invalidated the national constitutional right to abortion in 2022. Trump has frequently stated that states should have the autonomy to determine their abortion laws, but he has had difficulty coming up with a coherent statement.
6. Put an end to the conflict in Ukraine
Trump promised to end the war “within 24 hours” through a negotiated agreement, and he has criticized the US for spending tens of billions of dollars to defend Ukraine in its fight with Russia. Trump wants the US to stay out of international wars in general.
Regarding the war in Gaza, Trump has advocated for the U.S. ally to cease its operations while presenting himself as a strong backer of Israel. What he believes neither party should give up has not been stated. It would give President Vladimir Putin more confidence, according to Democrats.
7. Reduce climate regulations.
During his first year in office, Trump made America the first country to leave the Paris Climate Accord and repealed hundreds of environmental regulations. This time, he has pledged to reduce regulations, especially to support the US auto industry. In his continual attacks on electric vehicles, he has pledged to reverse Biden’s goals that promote the transition to cleaner automobiles. He claims that allowing oil extraction in places like the Arctic wilderness will reduce energy costs, but analysts are dubious.