Trump Begins Second Presidential Term January 20, 2025

On January 20, 2025, Donald J. Trump will be inaugurated as President of the United States for a second time, marking a significant moment in American politics. He won the presidency with a plurality of the vote, which is notable as it is the first time since 2004 that a Republican candidate secured more total votes than their Democratic counterpart. Despite this, Trump did not achieve a majority, meaning that more voters chose alternatives to him. His electoral college margin was narrow, and while the Republicans gained control of both chambers of Congress, their majority in the House is very slim. Critics argue that Trump's claim to a strong mandate is misleading given the electoral circumstances. With control over the Executive and Legislative branches, he is positioned to pursue his agenda with substantial support from the Supreme Court.