When Donald Trump promised swift change during his campaign, few imagined how intense his first 100 days back in office would be. But here we are. In just three months, Trump has reshaped American governance at breakneck speed, leaving supporters thrilled, critics alarmed, and the rest of the world watching closely.
From bold executive orders to fiery social media posts, the 47th President is leading with an iron fist, challenging long-standing norms and institutions. Let’s break down six of the most dramatic moments from this whirlwind start to his second term.
1. A Tweet That Shook the Constitution
It wasn’t Trump, but Vice President JD Vance who lit the constitutional fuse. His post on X: “Judges aren’t allowed to control the executive’s legitimate power,” sparked nationwide uproar. Critics saw it as an open challenge to the judiciary’s power.
With over 100 court rulings already pushing back against Trump’s policies, a serious constitutional clash is brewing. Trump, meanwhile, keeps pushing boundaries, testing how far executive power can go.
2. Elon Musk and the Chainsaw Budget
Yes, you read that right. Elon Musk, now head of the “Department of Government Efficiency,” is literally wielding a golden chainsaw—a gift from Argentina’s President Javier Milei. Symbolic? Yes. Serious? Also yes.
Musk has aggressively slashed funding across departments. USAID? Practically gone. Department of Education? On life support. While some cheer the downsizing, others fear essential services are being gutted. Town halls have erupted with protests over potential cuts to Social Security, veterans’ benefits, and healthcare.
3. Market Mayhem on Tariff Tuesday
It was dubbed “Liberation Day,” but for Wall Street, it was anything but liberating. Trump’s surprise mega-tariff announcement tanked markets. One trader described the chaos as “billions being wiped off share prices every second.”
Though Trump aims to revive American manufacturing, early fallout has been brutal. Rising interest rates, sinking markets, and growing unemployment have taken a toll. Will the long-term gain be worth the short-term pain? Time will tell.
4. Immigration Crackdown: Tough or Too Far?
Trump promised to get tough on immigration, and he’s following through. Deportations are up, border crossings are down, and even permanent residents caught in campus protests are being swept up.
In one case, 238 Venezuelans were deported to a notorious mega-prison in El Salvador—a move that horrified human rights activists. Still, many Americans support the tough stance, especially in manufacturing towns where Trump’s popularity remains strong.
5. The Academic and Media Resistance
Harvard sued the Trump administration. Columbia caved. CBS is negotiating. ABC already paid up.
Trump is using federal funds and contracts as leverage to pressure universities and media outlets. He wants elite institutions to stop promoting what he calls “liberal indoctrination.” Critics say it’s an authoritarian power grab. Supporters say it’s overdue.
Even the Associated Press is in the firing line—refusing to use the White House’s new term “Gulf of America.” Yes, really.
6. DEI Gets the Axe
In a shocking moment, Trump blamed a tragic air crash on diversity hiring at the FAA. That set the tone for his all-out assault on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programmes.
He’s ordered the dismantling of DEI efforts across federal agencies and urged private firms to do the same. While some argue DEI has gone too far, others see this as a dangerous rollback of civil rights progress. The ripple effects are already being felt in everything from corporate HR policies to military history websites.
What Now?
Trump’s second term is nothing short of a political rollercoaster. Will his aggressive moves leave a lasting legacy or be undone by future presidents, courts, or Congress?
With Republicans holding slim majorities, legislative backing for Trump’s agenda is uncertain. Upcoming midterms and court rulings could dramatically alter the playing field.
One thing is clear: Trump’s second presidency is rewriting the rulebook, one explosive decision at a time.
Stay tuned to Daily News Motion for continuing updates on this historic presidency.