The Daily Punch What’s different about Trump’s 2025 return
Jan 20, 2025
Dive into the contrasts between Trump's inaugurations in 2017 and 2025, with a focus on key executive orders and logistical hurdles. Discover the new administration's aim for collaboration with Congress to tackle budgetary challenges and improve efficiency. Uncover the urgency behind confirming nominees, like Marco Rubio for Secretary of State, and the legal complexities surrounding Trump's TikTok strategy. Plus, learn about the risks facing Tulsi Gabbard in her confirmation as director of national intelligence.
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Trump's Changed Approach
- Trump's 2025 return differs from 2017 in his improved Congressional relations.
- His administration is more organized and proactively communicates policy plans, like executive orders on energy, government overhaul, and immigration.
Inauguration Day Tip
- Leave very early for the Capitol today due to heightened security for the inauguration.
- Many attendees won't be able to go to the Rotunda due to limited space and Trump says it is due to the cold.
TikTok Troubles
- Trump's plan to extend TikTok's divestment deadline is causing issues for Republicans who supported the ban.
- The plan's lack of clarity and potential conflict with existing law create uncertainty for tech companies like Apple and Google.