Everything Trump Signed on Day 1: Executive Orders List Revealed

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Complete List of Trump’s Day 1 Executive Orders in 2025

Donald Trump’s return to the White House on January 20, 2025, wasn’t just about a high-profile inauguration—it was also a flurry of immediate action by signing executive orders.

Within hours of taking the oath, Trump signed several executive orders, making his policy priorities crystal clear from Day 1.

If you’re wondering what made the cut, here’s a complete breakdown of every executive order signed on Trump’s first day back in office, along with what they mean for the country.

1. Withdrawing the U.S. from the World Health Organization (WHO)

In a controversial move, Trump announced that the U.S. would withdraw from the World Health Organization, citing concerns about the organization’s handling of global health crises and its financial structure. This executive order directed the Secretary of State to notify the WHO and reassign any U.S. personnel involved with the organization.

2. Reinstating the Keystone XL Pipeline

Trump revived the Keystone XL Pipeline project, reversing Biden’s previous halt. This executive order emphasized energy independence and job creation, though environmental groups are already mobilizing to challenge it in court.

3. Immigration and Border Security

As expected, immigration was high on Trump’s agenda. He signed an order to resume construction of the southern border wall and reintroduce stricter immigration policies, including fast-tracked deportations for undocumented immigrants.

4. Ending Federal COVID-19 Vaccine Mandates

Trump put an end to federal COVID-19 vaccine mandates, calling them unnecessary and overreaching. This executive order is likely to spark debate among public health officials, but Trump has made it clear he wants to shift pandemic decision-making to individual states and citizens.

5. Repealing the Green Energy Transition Mandate

In another rollback of Biden-era policies, Trump signed an order halting federal efforts to transition the U.S. energy grid to renewable sources. He argued that the focus should be on traditional energy sources to ensure affordability and reliability for Americans.

6. Pardons for Nonviolent January 6 Participants

In a highly polarizing move, Trump issued pardons for nonviolent individuals convicted in connection with the January 6 Capitol riots. This decision has reignited debates over accountability and justice for the events of that day.

7. “America First” Trade Policies

Trump wasted no time reinstating tariffs on imported goods, arguing that they are necessary to protect American jobs and industries. He also directed the Department of Commerce to revisit trade agreements that he believes are unfair to the U.S.

8. Reshaping the Federal Workforce

Trump signed an order creating a new classification of federal employees, allowing for easier termination of government workers he deems ineffective. This controversial move aims to give more control to agency heads but has already drawn criticism from labor unions.

What Does This Mean for the U.S.?

These executive orders offer a clear picture of Trump’s priorities: a focus on energy independence, border security, and “America First” trade policies, alongside controversial decisions like the WHO withdrawal and January 6 pardons. Whether you agree with them or not, there’s no denying Trump is hitting the ground running.

As these orders begin to take effect, they’re expected to spark significant debate in Congress, the courts, and across the country. One thing is for sure: Trump’s second term is off to a bold and divisive start.

 

Leo Cruz

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