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US news: Donald Trump to declare border emergency to bring ‘major changes’ to immigration
As Donald Trump steps into his second term as the 47th President of the United States, he plans to sign a series of significant executive orders targeting immigration, border security, and energy policies, revealing an ambitious agenda that promises to reshape the nation's governance.
Soon after being sworn in as the 47th president of the United States, Donald Trump is expected to sign a series of executive orders addressing crucial issues such as immigration, border security, energy policies, and governance, according to a close aide who revealed the plans on Sunday, as reported by PTI.
An executive order is an order issued unilaterally by the president which carries the force of law. Unlike legislation, executive orders do not require Congressional approval. Though the Congress cannot overturn them, they can be challenged in the court of law.
"The breadth of the orders, which would make major changes to immigration, energy and government hiring policies, illustrates the urgency with which Trump and his team plan to launch an ambitious agenda," The Wall Street Journal said.
In a briefing with senior Republican leaders, Stephen Miller, Trump’s incoming White House deputy chief of staff for policy, revealed that the executive orders will include declaring emergency on the southern border, preparing military deployment on the borders, classifying cartels as "foreign terrorist organisations", reinstating the “Remain in Mexico” policy, ending the "Catch and Release" policy, and declaring emergency related to energy.
Also on the list are opening up offshore and Arctic drilling, speeding up pipeline licensing/construction, reforms to remove government employees and rescinding DEI and gender-related orders.
Giving a preview of the executive orders at Trump's 'victory rally' in downtown Washington, Miller said, “He (Trump) has always been fighting for all of us. And what is that going to look like come Monday afternoon? It's going to mean an executive order ending border invasion, sending illegal immigrants home, and taking America back.”
"It's going to mean the eradication of criminal cartels and foreign gangs which are preying on our people. It's going to mean justice for every American citizen who has lost a loved one to an illegal alien," Miller added.
At 78, Donald Trump is set to reverse several executive orders and actions from outgoing President Joe Biden’s administration. Key moves are expected to include withdrawing from the Paris Climate Agreement, lifting restrictions on fossil fuel production, and expanding domestic oil drilling, signaling a shift in U.S. environmental and energy policies.
Moreover, When Donald Trump enters the White House on Monday afternoon after his swearing-in, more than 100 executive orders will be waiting on his Oval Office desk, ready to kickstart his second term without delay, PTI reported.
He has always been fighting for all of us. It's going to mean an executive order ending border invasion, sending illegal immigrants home, and taking America back.
These executive actions are aimed at fulfilling his campaign promises. In an interview with NBC News, Trump confirmed plans to sign a "record-setting" number of orders on day one, emphasizing their importance in advancing his agenda. Executive orders, which carry the force of law, do not require Congressional approval, although they can be challenged in court. Trump is set to be sworn in as the 47th President of the United States on January 20.
(With inputs from PTI)
Key Takeaways
- Trump’s executive orders will focus on immigration reform and border security.
- The orders will reverse many policies set by the previous administration, particularly regarding environmental regulations.
- Executive orders allow for swift implementation of presidential policies without Congressional approval.
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First Published:20 Jan 2025, 06:59 AM IST
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