Earlier this month, President Donald Trump began his second term in office after securing a dramatic win in the 2024 presidential election.

His first week in office, President Trump reinstated many policies from his first term that included withdrawing the United States from some international agreements such as the Paris Climate Accord and re-imposing tariffs on Chinese goods.

His administration also quickly signed a series of executive orders aimed at curbing immigration, strengthening border security, and reducing regulatory oversight on businesses.

“I think he has a lot of great accomplishments while he has been in office,” says senior Caleb Caldwell. “First off, closing off most of the border and not allowing illegal immigrants into our country.”

Trump’s first week also saw a renewed focus on economic growth and job creation, with plans to cut taxes and deregulate industries.

The Trump administration emphasized supporting domestic manufacturing, particularly through incentives for American-made products and job training programs.

Domestically, the early days of his second term were characterized by efforts to rally support among conservative voters. He held multiple rallies across the country and began to shape his message for the 2026 midterm elections.

Meanwhile, the White House also took steps to assert its influence over social media platforms, continuing its stance on free speech and the regulation of big tech.

On the global stage, Trump reasserted America’s stance on geopolitical issues, including his tough rhetoric on China, Russia, and Iran. Additionally, his administration continued to prioritize strengthening military spending and bolstering alliances with countries like Israel and Saudi Arabia.

”I think he might be going a little overboard,” says Caldwell, “because he’s just recently gotten to office again, it’s been two or 10 days.”

While Trump’s first week was largely focused on reaffirming his platform, it also set the stage for a contentious and polarized term.

“His stance is to make America great again,” says senior Addison Hodges, “and the only thing he’s doing is just tearing everybody apart.”

However, his second week caused a lot of panic when he released information about cutting funding for everyone and distributing money more liberally. In all seriousness, this meant funding cuts across the board.
While he later revoked this statement, the situation is still causing anxiety. People are either worried about what’s coming next or confused as to why everything is moving so quickly.

As his administration moves forward, key issues such as healthcare, climate policy, and immigration reform will likely be central points of debate.