As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to step back into the Oval Office, his next White House chief of staff, Susie Wiles, has provided a glimpse into his early agenda. Speaking privately to a group of Republican donors, Wiles revealed that Trump plans to act swiftly upon taking office, starting by reinstating several key executive orders from his first term that were later revoked by President Biden.

Reinstating the Trump Agenda: First-Day Executive Orders

According to Wiles, Trump’s immediate actions on his first day in office will focus on reviving policies that his administration previously implemented but that were later undone. These reinstatements aim to reestablish many of Trump’s signature policies, potentially covering areas such as immigration, environmental regulations, energy independence, and international relations.

The specific executive orders Trump intends to reinstate haven’t been detailed, but based on his prior term, they could include:

• Immigration Policies: Trump’s executive orders on immigration defined much of his first term, with measures like the “Remain in Mexico” policy and travel bans for certain countries.
• Environmental Regulations: Trump’s stance on environmental policy centered on rolling back regulations to promote U.S. energy independence and reduce restrictions on industries, and it’s likely that he will aim to revive similar policies.
• Economic and Trade Policies: Trump has long advocated for policies that protect American industries and workers, and he could move to reinstate orders focused on trade tariffs and economic agreements.

Signals to Republican Supporters and Policy Continuity

In her conversation with Republican donors, Wiles emphasized the importance of Trump’s swift action in reestablishing his previous policies. This message underscores a commitment to maintaining the principles and objectives of his first term, signaling to supporters that his second term will build upon and restore his initial policy framework.

Wiles’s message was likely meant to reassure donors and the Republican base that Trump’s return to office would focus on continuity and fulfillment of his past promises. For supporters, the promise of reviving familiar policies brings a sense of stability and consistency.

Challenges and Opposition

However, Trump’s strategy to reinstate these executive orders could face challenges. Reinstating policies through executive action may meet resistance, especially in areas where policies were reversed due to legal challenges, shifting public opinion, or bipartisan opposition.

In any case, Trump’s early focus on reinstating his previous executive orders indicates that his second term will likely begin with a return to policies that characterized his first administration. As his team prepares for the transition, Wiles’s insights provide a clearer view of what Americans can expect from a Trump administration come inauguration day.