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The News Roundup For January 24, 2025

Jan 24, 2025

Join Jeff Mason, White House correspondent at Reuters, Margaret Tolliv, director of Syracuse University’s Institute for Democracy, Journalism, and Citizenship, and Zoe Clark, political director at Michigan Public, as they unpack a whirlwind first week for President Trump. They discuss executive orders on immigration and diversity, a bishop's passionate plea for mercy toward marginalized communities, and the escalating conflict in the West Bank. The conversation dives into the implications of Trump's policies for both domestic and international landscapes.

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Quick takeaways

Trump's administration began with a flurry of executive orders aimed at overturning Biden-era policies, indicating a clear shift in governance.

The issuance of pardons for January 6th Capitol riot participants drew significant backlash, raising concerns about law enforcement and public safety.

A national emergency declaration at the southern border initiated dramatic immigration policy changes, emphasizing a militarized approach to border security.

Deep dives

The Rescission of Biden-Era Policies

President Trump initiated his administration by signing numerous executive orders, particularly targeting Biden-era policies. This included rescinding 78 executive actions from the previous president, highlighting a pivotal shift in governance. This move signified Trump's intent to dismantle the legacy left during Biden's term, which included various social and economic regulations. The decision to flood the media landscape with news emanating from his administration served as a tactic to command public attention and manage the narrative.

Intro

4min

Presidential Pardons and Power Dynamics

8min

Analysis of Presidential Pardons and Their Political Implications

2min

Inauguration and Immigration: A Shift in Power

11min

A Progressive Voice for Mercy in Troubling Times

2min

Examining Presidential Pardons and Political Norms

2min

Impact of Executive Orders on DEI and Climate Policy

10min

Political Tensions and International Struggles

17min

Trump's First Week: Tariffs and Tensions

12min

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Global Health and Military Dynamics

17min

Donald Trump's first week back in office has been frenetic. The 47th president issued a slew of executive orders and actions on subjects ranging from immigration to diversity, equity, and inclusion programs.

And a Bishop made a heartfelt plea directly to the president and Vice President JD Vance, asking them to show mercy towards immigrants and LGBTQ youth.

Friday marks five days since the beginning of the first stage of the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. And this week the Israeli Defense Force launched renewed raids into the city of Jenin in the Occupied West Bank, killing at least 12 Palestinians.

Pope Francis had strong words for Donald Trump as the president began to implement plans to target immigrants living in the U.S.

Despite campaign trail promises, the war in Ukraine did not end on the first day of Donald Trump's presidency. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy pondered this week whether Trump would even pay Europe much notice.

We get into all this and more during this week's News Roundup.

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The News Roundup For January 24, 2025

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