Donald Trump is set to implement significant policy changes focusing on immigration, military healthcare, and ending international conflicts as soon as he returns to office. These actions aim to fulfill his campaign promises and demonstrate a strong departure from former President Joe Biden's policies.
NBC News reported that Trump's transition team has outlined plans for substantial changes in military healthcare policies and immigration. The initial measures include halting travel reimbursements for military abortions and restricting transgender members from accessing gender-affirming care.
On immigration, Trump intends to enact up to five executive orders on January 20, signaling a firm stance on this core issue from day one.
These measures are set to match the total number of executive orders he issued in the first week of his previous presidency.
Moreover, the immigration plans are described as a significant logistical challenge and represent a central part of his political identity and strategy. Homeland Security secretary nominee Kristi Noem, known for her limited experience with large bureaucracies, will play a crucial role in these initiatives.
Trump's foreign policy actions include bold claims such as ending the Russia-Ukraine war within 24 hours, a statement met with skepticism by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
These claims are part of Trump's broader strategy to disengage from wars in Ukraine and the Middle East.
Amidst these foreign policy endeavors, Trump has been actively assembling his Cabinet, with significant influence from his son, Donald Trump Jr., especially in personnel decisions. Trump Jr. has expressed concerns over candidates like Mike Pompeo, whom he views as too internationalist and hawkish.
The transition team, working out of Mar-a-Lago and West Palm Beach, has already filled 32 senior positions, a sharp increase from the three filled at the same point in 2016. This swift assembly underscores an urgency to enact Trump's agenda within the time constraints imposed by the 22nd Amendment.
Another major policy initiative under Trump’s returning administration will be a challenging tax cut package.
This package focuses on eliminating taxes on tips and Social Security benefits, aiming to provide financial relief to many Americans.
Adviser Newt Gingrich has emphasized the need for Trump's Cabinet to concentrate on these tax cuts, drawing parallels to Ronald Reagan's strategy. This focus is deemed crucial for the rapid enactment of the proposed financial policies.
Stephen Moore, discussing the tax cuts, admitted the complexities involved, stating, "We’re not even sure what will be in the plan," highlighting the dynamic nature of policy development under Trump’s administration.
Transition spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt reassured that Trump would utilize his executive powers from day one to "deliver on the promises he made to them on the campaign trail."
This direct action is designed to make a significant early impact and confirm the administration's commitments.
A top Trump ally also noted the immediate, robust action on immigration, stating, "There will without question be a lot of movement quickly, likely Day One, on the immigration front."
This is part of a broader strategy to make a substantial early show of strength.
A Trump campaign official described the anticipated changes as occurring at a pace that is "like nothing you’ve seen in history," suggesting an unprecedented level of activity in the early days of the administration.
