Summary
President Donald Trump, in his second term, has enacted major changes in U.S. and global policy over the past year. Key actions include signing a record number of executive orders, imposing tariffs that affect global trade, and restructuring federal jobs. Additionally, Trump has intensified deportations and chosen Saudi Arabia for significant diplomatic visits.
Key Facts
- President Trump signed 228 executive orders in his first year back in office.
- The administration deported at least 605,000 people, with 1.9 million self-deporting.
- Trump introduced tariffs worldwide, generating $287 billion but costing U.S. households more.
- The Department of Government Efficiency cut at least 317,000 federal jobs.
- DOGE eliminated diversity, equity, and inclusion offices and restructured various federal departments.
- President Trump began his state visits with Saudi Arabia and has visited 13 countries so far.