Trump’s Decrees: Border Closure, Gender Recognition, and Gulf of Mexico Renaming
In a groundbreaking move, the President-elect of the United States, Donald Trump, is set to kick off his term with a series of controversial decrees that will reshape the nation’s policies. These executive orders, to be signed on his inauguration day, target a wide range of issues, from immigration to energy and foreign affairs.
Border Security and Immigration
Trump’s team revealed during a press call that one of the key focuses of his initial decrees will be to «close» the border with Mexico by deploying additional military personnel. Reports suggest that he will declare a national emergency at the border and reinstate the ‘Remain in Mexico’ program, compelling migrants and asylum seekers to stay in Mexico while their cases are processed to enter the US.
Moreover, another decree aims to end birthright citizenship for children of undocumented immigrants, a move that challenges the constitutional right granting automatic nationality to anyone born on US soil, regardless of their parents’ immigration status. Despite the potential legal challenges, Trump is determined to push through these changes.
Energy, Foreign Affairs, and Gulf Renaming
In addition to the immigration overhaul, Trump plans to resume the construction of the border wall and suspend refugee resettlement for at least four months. He will also rename the Gulf of Mexico to ‘Gulf of America,’ a unilateral decision that may face international opposition given the gulf’s recognized geographical boundaries.
Furthermore, Trump’s administration will officially recognize only two genders, male and female, in federal documents, reversing some of the provisions set by his predecessor. This move is expected to spark legal battles and backlash from civil rights organizations, especially those advocating for gender diversity and inclusivity.
Economic and Security Measures
On the economic front, Trump will issue orders to boost domestic energy production, lower oil prices, and address inflation concerns. He plans to establish the Department of Government Efficiency, reinstate the death penalty in certain cases, and eliminate incentives for electric vehicles.
Moreover, Trump aims to designate Mexican drug cartels and criminal gangs like MS-13 as terrorist organizations, tightening restrictions on any form of collaboration with these groups.
As Trump prepares to return to the White House after a high-profile inauguration, the country braces for a wave of policy changes that signal a sharp departure from the previous administration’s stance. The impact of these decrees will undoubtedly reverberate across various sectors and communities, setting the tone for Trump’s tenure as the nation’s leader.
