Donald Trump's Implementations and Future Plans A Comprehensive Analysis
Former President Donald Trump has been a dominant figure in American politics, known for his bold policies and controversial decisions. His first term (2017-2021) saw significant changes in areas such as tax reforms, deregulation, trade policies, immigration, and foreign relations. Since announcing his 2024 presidential campaign, Trump has outlined ambitious plans for his potential second term. This article explores Trump’s key implementations so far and what he aims to accomplish in the future.
Trump’s Key Implementations So Far
1. Economic Policies and Tax Reforms
Tax Cuts legislative achievements and Jobs Act (TCJA) of 2017
One of Trump's most significant legislative achievements was the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, which.
· Lowered the corporate tax rate mean while from 35% to 21%.
· Reduced income tax rates for individuals.
· Increased the standard deduction, benefiting middle-class families.
· Allowed businesses to deduct 100% of new equipment purchases.
While the tax cuts stimulated economic growth, they also contributed to a growing budget deficit.
Stock Market and Job Growth
· The stock market reached record highs under Trump’s administration.
· Before the COVID-19 pandemic, the unemployment rate fell to 3.5%, a 50-year low.
However, critics argue that much of the economic growth benefited wealthy corporations rather than average workers.
2. Immigration Policies
Border Security and the U.S.-Mexico Wall
· Trump’s administration built over 450 miles of border wall.
· Implemented the Remain in Mexico Policy (Migrant Protection Protocols), requiring asylum seekers to stay in Mexico while their cases were processed.
· Enforced a zero-tolerance policy, leading to family separations at the border, which sparked global controversy.
Travel Ban on Muslim-Majority Countries
Trump introduced a travel ban on citizens from several Muslim-majority nations, citing national security concerns. Critics labeled it a “Muslim ban”, but the Supreme Court upheld the policy in 2018.
3. Foreign Policy and Trade
Trade Wars and Tariffs on China
· Imposed tariffs on $360 billion worth of Chinese goods, triggering a trade war.
· Signed the U.S.-China Phase One Trade Agreement in 2020, aimed at increasing Chinese purchases of American products.
Withdrawal from International Agreements
· Paris Climate Accord: Trump withdrew the U.S., arguing it was unfair to American industries.
· Iran Nuclear Deal (JCPOA): Pulled out in 2018, calling it a “terrible deal.”
· World Health Organization (WHO): Withdrew in 2020, blaming the organization for mishandling the COVID-19 crisis.
Abraham Accords (Middle East Peace Agreements)
Trump facilitated historic peace agreements between Israel and several Arab nations, including the UAE, Bahrain, Morocco, and Sudan.
4. Judiciary and Supreme Court Appointments
· Appointed three Supreme Court Justices:
o Neil Gorsuch (2017)
o Brett Kavanaugh (2018)
o Amy Coney Barrett (2020)
These appointments shifted the Supreme Court to a 6-3 conservative majority, influencing major rulings on abortion rights, gun laws, and religious freedoms.
5. Criminal Justice Reform
· Signed the First Step Act (2018), which:
§ Reduced mandatory minimum sentences for some nonviolent offenses.
§ Expanded rehabilitation programs for inmates.
§ Allowed early release for thousands of prisoners.
6. COVID-19 Pandemic Response
· Launched Operation Warp Speed, accelerating vaccine development.
· Critics argue his response was chaotic, downplaying the severity of the virus.
· Implemented a temporary travel ban from China but faced backlash for a delayed nationwide response.
Pending Plans for Trump’s Future Term
If Trump wins in 2024, his policy agenda will focus on immigration, economy, foreign relations, social policies, and national security.
1. Immigration Reform and Border Security
· Finish the Border Wall: Trump has promised to complete the U.S.-Mexico wall.
· Mass Deportations: Plans to deport millions of undocumented immigrants.
· End Birthright Citizenship: Wants to eliminate automatic citizenship for children born in the U.S. to undocumented parents.
2. Economic Plans
· Make the 2017 Tax Cuts Permanent: Currently, many tax cuts for individuals expire in 2025. Trump wants to extend them.
· Reduce Federal Regulations: Aims to remove more restrictions on businesses and industries.
· Increase Tariffs on China and Mexico: Plans to expand tariffs on Chinese goods and impose new ones on Mexico to pressure them on immigration policies.
3. Social Policies and Healthcare
· Repeal and Replace Obamacare (Again): Wants to dismantle the Affordable Care Act and introduce a new healthcare plan.
· Ban Gender-Affirming Care for Minors: Supports banning transgender medical treatments for children.
· Defund “Woke” Education: Promises to cut funding for schools teaching “radical leftist” ideologies.
4. Foreign Policy and Military Strength
· End Ukraine Aid: Criticized the Biden administration for funding Ukraine against Russia.
· More Military Investment: Wants to expand the U.S. military and pressure NATO allies to increase their defense spending.
· Strengthen Relations with North Korea and Russia: Plans to negotiate deals with Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong-un.
5. Election Integrity and Political Changes
· National Voter ID Requirement: Wants to enforce voter ID laws nationwide.
· Limit Mail-In Voting: Claims mail-in ballots lead to election fraud.
· Pardon January 6 Defendants: Vows to pardon individuals convicted for storming the U.S. Capitol.
Challenges Trump May Face in Implementing Future Policies
· Congressional Resistance – If Democrats control the House or Senate, passing legislation could be difficult.
· Legal Battles – Many of Trump’s proposed policies, such as ending birthright citizenship, would likely face Supreme Court challenges.
· International Relations – His aggressive stance on China and Mexico could trigger economic retaliation.
· Public Backlash – Controversial policies on immigration, healthcare, and LGBTQ+ rights may face opposition from activists and corporations.
Conclusion
Donald Trump’s first term significantly altered the U.S. political landscape, from tax cuts to trade wars, immigration crackdowns, and judicial appointments. His potential second term promises an even more aggressive approach, focusing on nationalism, economic self-reliance, stricter immigration policies, and reversing Biden-era policies. However, implementing these plans depends on winning the election, controlling Congress, and overcoming legal and political challenges. Whether his policies will “Make America Great Again” or further divide the nation remains a heated debate among political analysts, voters, and global leaders.
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