Author: Mike Nova

Wiser about the use of power, the newly sworn-in president suggests that this time he will not take no for an answer, whether in enacting an ambitious domestic agenda or in his expansionist worldview.

President Donald Trump revoked dozens of executive orders put into place by his predecessor, Joe Biden, implemented a federal hiring freeze and ordered government workers back to the office as part of the first tranche of official actions he’s signed since retaking office.

In his speech at the U.S. Capitol, Trump outlined a flurry of executive orders he plans to sign during his first day back in office.

The speech gives insight into what to expect from Trump 2.0.

The action comes amid more intense and common extreme events tied in part to climate change.

Florida Sen. Marco Rubio was confirmed by the Senate to be the next secretary of state Monday night, making him the first of President Trump’s Cabinet picks to receive congressional approval.