Trump's Terms President Trump signed a slew of executive actions on day one
Jan 21, 2025
The discussion dives into President Trump's controversial pardons for those involved in the January 6th Capitol attack, raising questions about the impact on law enforcement. It also highlights his swift immigration executive orders aimed at tightening border security. The podcast further explores the legal challenges these actions could face, particularly surrounding birthright citizenship and civil rights. The ripple effects of these decisions signal a significant shift in the political landscape.
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January 6th Pardons
- Trump pardoned everyone charged in the January 6th Capitol attack.
- This includes individuals convicted of assaulting police with weapons.
Political Violence Concerns
- Pardons granted to violent January 6th rioters could be seen as endorsing political violence.
- This raises concerns about potential future violence, especially from groups like the Proud Boys.
Trump's Immigration Actions
- Trump signed executive actions on immigration, including resuming border wall construction and reinterpreting the 14th Amendment regarding birthright citizenship.
- He also shut down the CBP1 app, impacting migrants' scheduled appointments at ports of entry.