President-elect Donald Trump is set to declare a national emergency at the US-Mexico border immediately after taking the oath of office on Monday (20 January). This will be one of at least 50 executive orders planned for his first day in office, aiming to implement his administration’s priorities without delay. The executive orders will be signed throughout the day, beginning at Trump’s swearing-in ceremony at the Capitol Rotunda, followed by a watch party at Capital One Arena, and concluding at the White House.
Trump’s Monday (20 January) agenda also includes addressing the federal ban on TikTok, which had temporarily shut down services ahead of a looming deadline. The popular app resumed operations after Trump reassured users in a TruthSocial post on Sunday (19 January) that he would “save TikTok.” Lawmakers remain attentive to further developments, as Trump’s actions could reshape federal policy regarding technology and social media regulation.
In addition to the border emergency and TikTok, Trump is expected to issue orders focusing on energy policies aimed at reversing Biden-era climate initiatives. These orders will prioritize permitting processes for coal and natural gas projects, reflecting Trump’s goal of reviving traditional energy sectors. His team is also targeting policies on diversity, equity, and inclusion across federal agencies, which were implemented under the Biden administration.
Drafts of these executive orders have been circulated to agency heads, underscoring the Trump administration’s commitment to rapid implementation of its agenda. Reports suggest that the orders may also introduce provisions to dismiss federal employees deemed “insubordinate” and roll back rules permitting remote work for government employees. With these measures, Trump is signaling his intent to immediately reshape federal governance and reverse key policies of his predecessor.
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