Mon Jan 20 23:23:58 UTC 2025: ## Trump Declares “Golden Age” of America, Unveils Sweeping Executive Orders

**Washington D.C.** – In a highly anticipated return to power, President Donald Trump declared the “golden age of America” has begun, vowing to swiftly reverse what he termed a “horrible betrayal” of the previous four years under President Biden. His inauguration, moved indoors due to freezing temperatures, saw him announce a series of sweeping executive orders targeting immigration, energy, and diversity initiatives.

Key actions announced include:

* **National Emergency at the Border:** Trump declared a national emergency at the US-Mexico border, promising to halt all illegal entry, deport “millions and millions of criminal aliens,” and reinstate the “Remain in Mexico” policy. He also pledged to designate certain gangs and cartels as foreign terrorist organizations and deploy troops to the border. This follows the immediate shutdown of the CBP One app, the sole legal pathway for asylum seekers, leaving thousands in limbo in Mexico. One Mexican woman, Oralia, who fled cartel violence, expressed despair at the app’s closure.

* **Energy and Trade Overhaul:** A “National Energy Emergency” was declared, aiming to boost domestic energy production and reverse climate regulations. While threatening tariffs on goods from Canada, Mexico, and China, no new tariffs were immediately announced. Trump also reiterated his intention to “take back” the Panama Canal.

* **Domestic Policy Changes:** Trump plans to end birthright citizenship (despite its constitutional protection), eliminate government-mandated diversity programs, and officially recognize only two sexes.

The president’s actions have already generated significant controversy. The closure of CBP One has left asylum seekers stranded, and his plans to alter birthright citizenship and the Panama Canal face significant legal hurdles. The drastic measures taken on the border are expected to further strain relations with Mexico. The overall impact of these policies remains to be seen. The inauguration itself, significantly scaled back due to weather, was still marked by a display of fervent support for the president.

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