The President's Daily Brief PDB Afternoon Bulletin | January 20th, 2025: Trump's Deluge Of Executive Orders, Biden's Preemptive Pardons, & Israel Releases 90 Palestinian Prisoners
Jan 20, 2025
Chaos reigns as President Trump prepares to sign a staggering 100 executive orders right after taking office. Meanwhile, outgoing President Biden stirs controversy with a flurry of preemptive pardons. In a significant development, Israel has released 90 Palestinian prisoners, a move tied to a ceasefire following the recent hostage exchanges with Hamas. The intricate dynamics of these political maneuvers promise to reshape the landscape of both U.S. governance and Israeli-Palestinian relations.
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Trump's First Actions
- President Trump plans to sign many executive orders reversing Biden's policies.
- These cover immigration, energy, and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives.
Biden's Pardons
- Biden issued preemptive pardons to individuals like Tony Fauci, General Milley, and Liz Cheney.
- He also pardoned family members, citing unprecedented attacks and threats.
Israel-Hamas Ceasefire
- Israel released 90 Palestinian prisoners as part of a ceasefire agreement with Hamas, brokered by Qatar, Egypt, and the U.S..
- The exchange includes the release of Israeli hostages and the potential withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza.