Donald Trump, according to his campaign press secretary Caroline Leavitt, is preparing to cancel 94 executive orders issued by Joe Biden that he believes have exacerbated the immigration crisis and hurt the U.S. economy. Trump intends to implement sweeping reforms if he returns to the White House, including the toughest measures on immigration, national security, and economic policy aimed at dramatically changing the country's course.
Trump's top initiatives include the largest-ever deportation program for illegal immigrants, using the Alien Enemies Act and the National Guard. He also promised to pardon those convicted of storming the Capitol on January 6, 2021, calling some of them "true patriots." Trump's promise has already sparked intense debate in society, as the events of January remain a sore point for the country.
If he returns to power, Trump plans to fire the special prosecutor in charge of investigating him, Jack Smith, which he believes will allow him to close the federal cases, although the Georgia and New York cases will likely be delayed. Trump also plans to revive Schedule F, an initiative that would make it easier to fire federal employees and thereby significantly renew the government apparatus, aiming to eliminate the influence of the so-called “deep state.”
His economic measures include new tariffs on Chinese and Mexican goods to support American manufacturing and reduce the trade deficit. He also vows to reverse Biden’s education policies, including transgender rights, and to stop funding schools that teach critical race theory. In energy, Trump aims to increase oil and gas production, including drilling in conservation areas, which he believes will help lower energy prices.
Beyond domestic issues, Trump has claimed to be a mediator between Russia and Ukraine and is set to hold direct talks with the leaders of both countries, claiming he can broker peace within 24 hours. The promises underscore Trump’s determination to return the U.S. to the policies of his first term and to diverge from Biden’s course, returning the country to a more conservative agenda.