In Video: Trump signs several executive orders, including withdrawal from Paris Climate Treaty
Executive Order Bonanza: Trump Signs Series of Reforms
In a dramatic move, President Trump signed a slew of executive orders, revoking 78 Biden-era executive actions, executive orders, and presidential memoranda. The President was flanked by officials as he signed the documents, marking a significant shift in policy direction.
Reversing Biden’s Agenda
The first order of business was the recision of 78 Biden-era executive actions, executive orders, and presidential memoranda. Trump touted the move as a major step towards rolling back the previous administration’s policies.
Regulatory Freeze
The President also signed a regulatory freeze, which will prevent bureaucrats from issuing new regulations until the government is fully under his control. This move is aimed at slowing down the pace of new regulations and giving the administration a chance to assess the impact of existing ones.
Federal Hiring Freeze
Another key measure signed by Trump was a freeze on all federal hiring, with the exception of the military and certain other categories. This move is intended to curb the growth of the federal workforce and reduce the government’s overhead costs.
Return to In-Person Work
The President also issued a directive requiring federal workers to return to full-time in-person work immediately. This move is part of a broader effort to restore the federal government’s operations to pre-pandemic levels.
Addressing the Cost of Living Crisis
Trump signed a directive to every department and agency in the federal government to address the cost of living crisis, which has had a significant impact on American households.
Withdrawal from the Paris Climate Treaty
In a major move, the President announced the withdrawal of the United States from the Paris climate treaty, citing the treaty’s economic burdens on the country. Trump claimed that the move will save the country over a trillion dollars.
Restoring Freedom of Speech
The President signed a directive to the federal government ordering the restoration of freedom of speech and preventing government censorship of free speech going forward.
Ending the Weaponization of Government
Finally, Trump issued a directive to the federal government ending the weaponization of government against the political adversaries of the previous administration.
A New Era of Government
The signing of these executive orders marks a significant shift in the direction of the federal government, with President Trump seeking to undo many of the policies put in place by his predecessor. The moves are likely to have far-reaching consequences for the country, and will be closely watched by lawmakers and the public alike.