Trump’s Second Term Kicks Off: Paris? WHO? Pardons? Oh My!

Donald Trump is back in the Oval Office, and his second term has started with a bang. Or maybe a series of bangs, depending on how you feel about climate change, global health, and pardoning insurrectionists. Day One was basically a Trump Greatest Hits album: bold moves, lots of drama, and enough executive orders to make your head spin.

Paris Agreement: Au Revoir Again

First up on Trump’s “Let’s Shake Things Up” agenda: the Paris Climate Agreement. For the second time, the U.S. has packed its bags and said, “Thanks, but no thanks.” Climate activists are fuming, while Trump’s supporters are cheering his commitment to what he calls “energy independence.”

In Trump’s world, staying in the Paris Agreement is like signing up for a gym membership you never use—it costs money, and you’re pretty sure it’s not helping anyway. Critics, of course, disagree, calling the move short-sighted and a step backward in addressing global climate issues. Meanwhile, the Earth just sighed, probably.

WHO? Not the U.S., Apparently

If the climate didn’t get enough drama, Trump added the World Health Organization (WHO) to his “nope” list. Yes, folks, the U.S. has exited the WHO. Again. Trump blamed the organization for being too cozy with China and for what he called its failures during the COVID-19 pandemic.

His critics argue that ditching the WHO during ongoing global health crises is like pulling the fire alarm during a flood—it’s not helpful. Supporters, however, see this as Trump holding international bodies accountable. Either way, the decision is making waves (and not the good kind).

The Pardons Heard ‘Round the World

Now, let’s talk pardons—because what’s a Trump presidency without controversy? On Day One, Trump issued clemency for nearly 1,600 individuals involved in the January 6 Capitol attack. Yes, you read that right: sixteen hundred.

The pardons covered everything from minor misdemeanors to more violent offenses. Outside Washington prisons, supporters cheered as if their team had just won the Super Bowl. Families cried tears of joy, but not everyone was celebrating.

Democrats—and even a few Republicans—called the move outrageous. Nancy Pelosi, never one to mince words, labeled the pardons “shameful” and accused Trump of undermining justice. And honestly? She’s probably not wrong about the controversy this is going to stir.

Trump’s America: Divided, as Usual

Whether it’s pulling out of international agreements or issuing controversial pardons, Trump has made one thing clear: his second term will be anything but boring. For his supporters, these moves are a sign of strength and leadership. For his opponents, they’re yet another reason to question his presidency.

One thing’s for sure: Trump is back, and he’s doing things his way. The rest of us? We’re just here for the ride. Buckle up, America—it’s going to be a bumpy one.

Keynotes:

1. The U.S. has once again exited the Paris Climate Agreement and the World Health Organization under Trump’s leadership.

1. Nearly 1,600 individuals involved in the January 6 Capitol riot have been pardoned, sparking widespread controversy.

3. These actions reflect Trump’s commitment to his campaign promises but highlight the deep divisions in American society.

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