President-elect Donald Trump's return to the White House is set to begin with an unprecedented wave of executive actions that will reshape American policy within hours of his inauguration.
According to Newsmax, Trump has disclosed plans to implement over 100 executive orders starting January 20, focusing heavily on border security, deportations, and other key policy priorities discussed during a private meeting with Republican senators on Capitol Hill.
The sweeping agenda represents what Trump's team describes as a "shock-and-awe campaign" designed to rapidly reverse Biden administration policies. Top adviser Stephen Miller presented the border security and immigration enforcement measures to GOP senators, with the details first reported by Axios. Senator John Hoeven, R-N.D., confirmed the extensive scope of the planned executive actions.
The incoming administration's executive orders will address multiple policy areas beyond immigration, including energy development, federal workforce regulations, school gender policies, and vaccine mandates. These actions represent campaign promises Trump made during his successful bid to return to the presidency. While new presidents typically issue executive orders upon taking office, the scale and scope of Trump's planned actions are described as unprecedented in modern times.
The strategy effectively bypasses Congress's legislative process, allowing Trump to quickly implement his agenda through executive authority. Some orders will enact significant policy changes, while others may serve as symbolic gestures indicating the administration's priorities and direction.
Republican senators who attended the Capitol briefing expect Trump to systematically dismantle many Biden administration executive orders while implementing his own initiatives. The changes will be particularly dramatic in immigration policy.
The incoming administration and GOP Congress are collaborating on approximately $100 billion in proposals, including completing the U.S.-Mexico border wall and establishing immigration detention facilities. These initiatives will be funded through budget reconciliation legislation.
Trump plans to reinstate many of his first-term border policies, such as requiring migrants to apply for asylum from other countries or remain in Mexico while their claims are processed. The administration also intends to pursue aggressive deportation efforts targeting those in the U.S. without legal authorization.
Senator James Lankford, R-Okla., who previously led border security negotiations, outlined the administration's initial focus on deportation priorities. He stated:
That's the low-hanging fruit. People that recently crossed, people that were legally present and committed other crimes, people that the court has ordered them removed — that's well over a million people. Start working through that process.
The transition process is already underway, with Trump's cabinet nominees scheduled for Senate confirmation hearings this week. Senate Majority Leader John Thune addressed the timeline for confirming Trump's picks, noting that background checks and paperwork are still pending for many nominees.
During his campaign, Trump mentioned the possibility of setting up a small desk at the Capitol on Inauguration Day to immediately begin signing executive orders. While this specific scenario appears unlikely, Republican senators plan to welcome him to the building following his oath of office for the traditional signing of Cabinet nomination paperwork.
Many of these confirmation votes could occur on Inauguration Day, following historical precedent for incoming administrations.
President-elect Trump's aggressive executive action strategy signals a dramatic shift in federal policy direction beginning January 20. The planned implementation of over 100 executive orders represents a comprehensive effort to reverse Biden administration policies while advancing Trump's agenda on immigration, border security, and numerous other issues. With confirmation hearings beginning and budget proposals in development, the incoming administration is positioning itself to rapidly transform multiple aspects of government operations within its first days in office.
