Staff Reports
President Donald Trump’s first day back in the White House was nothing short of a whirlwind, marked by an indoor inauguration and a flurry of executive orders that sent shockwaves through the political landscape. In a ceremony that broke from tradition—being the first indoor inauguration since 1985—Trump took the oath of office, though not without some minor controversy over whether he should have placed his hand on the Bible. Observers were quick to speculate about the timing issues with Chief Justice John Roberts. At least the day didn’t start off with a “Please welcome our new president” moment dripping with sentimentality; it was Trump all the way.
The newly minted 47th president wasted no time getting down to business, delivering not one, but two speeches, while also engaging in a bit of photo-op diplomacy with former President Joe Biden at the White House. He kicked things off with a traditional service at St. John’s Episcopal Church before heading to the Capitol to deliver an address that managed to take aim at many of Biden’s policies, which Trump labeled as a “horrible betrayal” to the American people. If anything could make the left’s heads explode, it was Trump’s proclamation of reversing Biden’s agenda and restoring American values.
The tempo quickened as Trump unveiled a series of sweeping executive orders that many had seen coming, particularly his pledge to reinstate the “Remain in Mexico” policy. The man clearly enjoys a busy schedule. Most shocking, at least to the left, was his announcement to end political censorship, which is surely the last thing they wanted to hear while munching on their kale salads and sipping on overpriced lattes. After all, a little free speech has a way of ruining a good narrative, doesn’t it?
Trump's busy day one: Pomp, circumstance, and a mountain of executive orders https://t.co/7XC5CManOX
— John Solomon (@jsolomonReports) January 21, 2025
Trump’s orders weren’t just window dressing; they targeted serious issues like illegal immigration and cartel activity. Declaring a national emergency at the southern border, he vowed to halt any illegal entry and detailed plans to send troops to confront what he termed a “disastrous invasion.” If the mere thought ruffles some feathers among liberal elites, that’s just a plus. His hard stance was more than just rhetoric; it was a signal that the days of catch and release were over, and action was coming for the criminal gangs threatening American cities. It’s about time someone took tangible steps to address this crisis.
In a display that could only be described as quintessentially Trump, he concluded his day with a heartfelt message of unity and reassurance to the American people. He expressed hopes of being remembered as a “peacemaker and a unifier,” all while gathering support from record numbers of black and Hispanic voters. With his remarks timed to coincide with Martin Luther King Jr. Day, he embraced the challenge of building a “colorblind” America. After all, what early dose of optimism doesn’t underlie a good conservative agenda? Apparently, in Trump’s world, “impossible” is just another word for “very possible,” and the first day in office was just the beginning of a grand revival. With bold promises of a brighter future, Trump reminded Americans that they are all part of one glorious nation under God. And let’s face it—after a year of chaos, America could certainly use a little hope.
