One week into Trump’s second term and what lies ahead
It has been one week since Donald Trump resumed office as the President of the United States, marking the beginning of a highly anticipated and contentious second term. The past seven days have been nothing short of eventful, with significant developments both at home and abroad.
True to his campaign promises, Trump has wasted no time in taking bold actions, setting the stage for what many anticipate to be a defining period in American and global politics.
In line with his characteristic approach, the Republican leader has hit the ground running, making policy moves that reflect his agenda and stirring debates across the political spectrum.
As President Trump continues to walk the talk, The Informant 247 concisely recaps the key events shaping Trump’s early days in office and what they might signal for the road ahead.
January 20
Donald Trump takes the oath of office, beginning his second term as President of the United States—a historic return to the White House. Shortly after his inauguration, the Republican leader issues multiple executive orders, overturning existing policies and establishing new ones to align with his vision.
January 21
In a meeting with Republican congressional leaders, Trump unveils a $500 billion investment plan to boost Artificial Intelligence (AI) infrastructure in the US. The initiative aims to create jobs and position the country as a global leader in cutting-edge technology.
January 22
Writing on Truth Social, Trump urges Russian President Vladimir Putin to end the war in Ukraine, threatening punitive measures if no progress is made toward a resolution.
January 23
In his first international speech of his second term, delivered virtually to the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, President Trump calls on OPEC+ to reduce oil prices and threatens sanctions on businesses that fail to manufacture their products in the United States.
On the same day, Trump orders the declassification of all remaining files related to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, Senator Robert F. Kennedy, and civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr., addressing decades of conspiracy theories and speculation.
January 24
Trump visits hurricane-stricken western North Carolina and wildfire-devastated Los Angeles. During his North Carolina visit, he controversially threatens to abolish FEMA, citing inefficiency.
Later that day, the President dismisses top officials from more than a dozen federal agencies, defending the sweeping changes as necessary to keep up with the new order.
January 25
While speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, Trump hints at the destination of his first foreign trip during this term. Saudi Arabia, a key US trade partner in the Gulf, and the United Kingdom, America’s traditional ally, are strong contenders.
January 26
Trump announces sweeping tariffs and sanctions against Colombia following President Gustavo Petro’s refusal to accept deportation flights from the United States, sparking a tariff war between Washington and Bogota.
Road ahead
As Trump enters his second week in office, the United States is undergoing significant shifts in policies and laws. Meanwhile, the international community watches with apprehension, bracing for the potential reshaping of global geopolitical dynamics under his leadership.
