Trump's approach to immigration is likely to be more aggressive in his second term, with a focus on workplace enforcement and mass deportations, despite the logistical challenges involved.
The potential reinstatement of Trump's first-term policies raises concerns among various communities, particularly regarding climate change and LGBTQ rights, as well as the implications for undocumented immigrants in the U.S.
The reinstatement of Trump's policies could lead to significant political and social upheaval, particularly in areas related to immigration and climate policy.
Trump's administration may face legal challenges and public backlash as it attempts to implement aggressive deportation strategies and roll back protections for marginalized communities.
US President-elect Donald Trump is set to restore his first-term policies through an executive order on his first day in office, January 20, 2025. This announcement was made by Susan Wiles, his Chief of Staff nominee, during a private meeting with Republican donors in Las Vegas. The specific policies to be reinstated have not been disclosed, but they may include significant changes in immigration and climate policy, as many of Trump's first-term executive orders were reversed by the Biden administration.
Despite Trump's rhetoric on mass deportations, data shows that deportations actually declined during his first term compared to previous administrations. Tom Homan, appointed as Trump's border czar, has indicated that deportations will increase significantly in the new term, focusing on workplace raids and targeting undocumented immigrants with criminal records. Homan emphasized the need for a more aggressive approach to immigration enforcement, which he believes will address national security concerns.
Trump's plans also include potential changes to domestic policies, such as withdrawing from the Paris Climate Agreement and curtailing transgender rights. He has expressed intentions to prioritize oil drilling and may attempt to reshape the political landscape by removing officials he perceives as adversaries, including special investigator Jack Smith. Additionally, Trump has claimed he could end the war in Ukraine quickly, although the specifics of this plan remain unclear.
