Dictator On Day 1: Trump’s First Day In Office

Ok so he's back... We’re diving into the whirlwind of executive actions that marked Donald Trump’s first full day back in the Oval Office. From reinstating controversial policies to introducing sweeping new measures, these decisions set the tone for the next chapter of Trump’s presidency.

We’ll break down key actions like the unbanning of TikTok, the withdrawal from international agreements such as the Paris Climate Accord and the WHO, and the push to end birthright citizenship. We’ll also explore the implications of freezing federal hiring, expanding the death penalty, and restoring what Trump calls “freedom of speech.”

This episode tackles how these executive orders reflect broader themes in Trump’s leadership—contradictions, populist rhetoric, and an emphasis on reshaping America's role on the global stage.

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