Trump unveils border security blueprint, prioritizes mass deportations

On his first day back in office, President Donald Trump laid out a bold agenda that includes a series of executive orders aimed at reinforcing immigration policies and expanding U.S. territory. He declared a national emergency at the southern border, enabling troop deployment, and expressed intentions to conduct mass deportations, reviving controversial practices from his first term. Trump's inaugural speech, criticized for its partisanship, also touched on domestic energy policies and social issues, including a declaration of only two genders. Additionally, he mandated that federal workers return to in-office work five days a week, signaling a shift away from pandemic-era remote work practices. Historians noted that Trump's approach differs from traditional unifying inaugural addresses, reflecting his focus on divisive policies. This first day set the tone for a term likely dominated by contentious immigration and economic policies as well as a push for broader U.S. territorial ambitions.