On January 20, 2025, Donald Trump officially took office as the 47th President of the United States, succeeding Joe Biden. Trump's inauguration ceremony took place at the Capitol, where he emphasized immigration reform and national security as key priorities for his administration.
During a press call prior to his inauguration, Trump's team outlined plans to sign ten executive orders focusing on immigration, including measures to deploy military personnel to the U.S.-Mexico border and designate Mexican drug cartels as terrorist organizations. The administration aims to reinstate the 'Remain in Mexico' policy, mandating that asylum seekers wait in Mexico while their applications are processed.
Trump's agenda also includes a declaration of a national emergency to enhance U.S. energy production, with a focus on increasing oil extraction in Alaska. Additionally, he announced plans to rename the Gulf of Mexico to 'Gulf of America' and to revert the name of Denali back to Mount McKinley.
In a significant diplomatic statement, Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated Trump and expressed willingness to engage in dialogue regarding the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, indicating a potential shift in U.S.-Russia relations. Trump's commitment to resolving the conflict swiftly was noted, although he did not provide specific strategies.
The inauguration ceremony was attended by various dignitaries, including tech moguls Jeff Bezos and Mark Zuckerberg. Pope Francis also extended his hopes for a more just society under Trump's leadership, emphasizing the need for unity and understanding.
As Trump embarks on his new term, his administration's policies are expected to have far-reaching implications for both domestic and international landscapes.