Trump's Second Week

President Trump issued several presidential actions in late January and early February 2025, including executive orders and a memorandum. These actions focused on imposing tariffs on goods from Canada (25% on most items, 10% on energy), Mexico (25% on all items), and China (10% on all items) to address the flow of illicit drugs and perceived lack of cooperation. A memorandum aimed to limit the impact of lame-duck collective bargaining agreements finalized by the previous administration. In the realm of military policy, orders were issued to prioritize military excellence and readiness by ending "radical gender ideology" and to restore the fighting force by abolishing DEI programs and related concepts. Furthermore, an initiative was launched to develop a next-generation missile defense shield. Finally, a proclamation declared January 27, 2025, as the National Day of Remembrance of the 80th Anniversary of the Liberation of Auschwitz.