President-Elect Trump Promises Swift Executive Actions on First Day in Office

On the eve of his return to the White House, President-elect Donald Trump vowed to sign a historic number of executive orders on his first day in office, signaling a bold and immediate shift in policy priorities. Speaking to a raucous crowd of thousands at a “Victory Rally” in Washington DC, Trump promised to act with “historic speed and strength” following his inauguration, laying out plans for significant changes across various sectors.

In his address, Trump previewed over 200 executive actions, including orders to tighten immigration enforcement, slash environmental regulations, and eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies in the military. He also pledged to introduce new programs in artificial intelligence and create a Department of Government Efficiency (Doge), while calling for the declassification of records related to the 1963 assassination of President John F. Kennedy.

“Every radical and foolish executive order of the Biden administration will be repealed within hours,” Trump declared, reiterating his commitment to fulfilling the promises made during his campaign. He also touched on controversial issues, including halting transgender women from competing in female sports and returning control of education to individual states.

Trump’s remarks on illegal immigration, including a vow to deport millions of undocumented migrants, were met with mixed reactions, with experts warning of the logistical challenges and astronomical costs involved. He also hinted at issuing pardons for those involved in the January 6 Capitol riots, referring to them as “hostages.”

The rally featured speeches from prominent figures such as TV personality Megyn Kelly, actor Jon Voight, and senior advisor Stephen Miller, as well as a brief address from tech mogul Elon Musk. Despite bitterly cold temperatures and snow, Trump’s supporters gathered in Washington DC, with the inauguration ceremony scheduled to take place indoors for the first time in 40 years due to poor weather conditions.

Trump’s first day in office promises to be a whirlwind of executive actions, setting the stage for a contentious and dramatic start to his second term.