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This article is a non-exhaustive list of '''political achievements (and failures) of United States President [[Donald Trump]]''', [[Trump Administration|his administration]], and [[United States Congress|Congress]] during his administration in passing [[conservative]] legislation, advancing conservative ideals, and "Making America Great Again".
 
  
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'''''When adding additional examples, please add at least one reliable source for each example for future reference.'''''
 
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==2016 election and transition==
 
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:''See: [[Donald Trump achievements: 2016 election and transition]]''
 
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==As U.S. President==
 
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[[File:Donald Trumpswearing in.jpg|thumb|200px|Trump being sworn in, January 20, 2017.]]
 
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Trump was inaugurated on January 20, 2017, giving one of the strongest inauguration addresses in American history.<ref>Boyle, Matthew (January 20, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/01/20/america-first-president-donald-trump-brings-the-rain-in-inauguration-address/ ‘America First’: President Donald Trump Brings the Rain in Inauguration Address]. ''Breitbart''. Retrieved January 20, 2017.</ref><ref>McCaskill, Nolan D. (January 20, 2017). [http://www.politico.com/story/2017/01/key-points-of-trumps-inaugural-speech-233900 Key moments from Trump's inauguration speech]. ''Politico''. Retrieved January 20, 2017.</ref><ref name="MostAmerican">Scott, Patrick; Midgley, Robert (January 20, 2017). [http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2017/01/20/donald-trump-just-delivered-american-inauguration-speech-ever/ Donald Trump just delivered the most 'American' inauguration speech ever]. ''The Telegraph''. Retrieved January 20, 2017.</ref> His first bill signed as president was to allow retired general and Defense Secretary nominee [[James Mattis]] to be confirmed.<ref>Kopan, Tal (January 20, 2017). [http://www.cnn.com/2017/01/20/politics/donald-trump-first-law-actions/ President Donald Trump signs first bill into law]. ''CNN''. Retrieved January 20, 2017.</ref> Trump had a very busy and productive first week, undoing Obama's legacy and instituting conservative executive orders.<ref>Davenport, David (January 27, 2017). [http://www.forbes.com/sites/daviddavenport/2017/01/27/how-trump-managed-to-undo-obamas-legacy-in-one-week/#3ae6bcba5bbf How Trump Managed To Undo Obama's Legacy In One Week]. ''Forbes''. Retrieved January 27, 2017.</ref><ref>Said-Moorhouse, Lauren (January 26, 2017). [http://www.cnn.com/2017/01/26/politics/executive-orders-presidents-actions-presidential-memoranda/ What's Trump done so far? His productive first week and how it stacks up to previous presidents]. ''CNN''. Retrieved January 27, 2017.</ref><ref>[https://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2017/01/28/president-trumps-first-week-action President Trump's First Week of Action]. ''whitehouse.gov''. January 28, 2017. Retrieved January 28, 2017.</ref> He had already made a reasonably large impact by his 50th day in office.<ref>Kew, Ben (March 10, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/03/10/major-impact-president-donald-trumps-first-50-days-in-office/ Major Impact: President Donald Trump’s First 50 Days in Office]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved March 10, 2017.</ref>
 
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President Trump accomplished many of his campaign promises by his [[First 100 days|100th day in office]] and he had already made significant progress by then, most notably by reducing regulations, enforcing American immigration laws, and appointing and having the Senate confirm his Supreme Court nominee [[Neil Gorsuch]].<ref>Kew, Ben (April 28, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/04/28/making-america-great-again-donald-trumps-100-day-success/ Making America Great Again: Donald Trump’s 100 Days’ Success]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 29, 2017.</ref><ref>Wise, Lindsay (April 27, 2017). [http://www.sacbee.com/news/politics-government/article146867634.html Think Trump didn’t achieve much in his first 100 days? Think again.] ''The Sacramento Bee''. Retrieved April 29, 2017.</ref><ref>Singman, Brooke (April 29, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/04/29/trumps-first-100-days-did-keep-his-promises.html Trump's first 100 days: Did he keep his promises?] ''Fox News''. Retrieved April 29, 2017.</ref> In his 100 days as president, Trump signed the most pieces of legislation of any president since [[Harry Truman]] and more executive orders than any previous president.<ref>Singman, Brooke (April 29, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/04/29/trumps-first-100-days-by-numbers.html Trump's first 100 days – by the numbers]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved April 29, 2017.</ref> By his 100th day, it was clear that Trump had disrupted the liberal political [[establishment]] consensus.<ref>Derespina, Cody (April 29, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/04/29/100-days-disruption-how-trump-rewrote-presidential-script.html 100 Days of Disruption: How Trump rewrote the presidential script]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved April 29, 2017.</ref> Additionally, a poll taken shortly before the 100th day of Trump's presidency indicated that 96% of his supporters would have voted for him again had an election been held that day.<ref>Pollak, Joel B. (April 23, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/california/2017/04/23/poll-trump-supporters-popular-vote-96/ Poll: 96% of Trump Supporters Would Vote for Him Again, Win Popular Vote]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 24, 2017.</ref> A May 2017 poll showed Trump with 98% support among Republican military veterans and 54% overall.<ref>Harper, Jennifer (May 29, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/29/98-percent-of-republican-military-veterans-approve/ 98 percent of Republican military veterans approve of Trump: Poll]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 29, 2017.</ref> Similar polls taken mainly around the same time gave the same results.<ref>McLaughlin, Seth (May 28, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/28/donald-trump-voters-show-little-regret/ Virtually no buyer’s remorse among Trump voters]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 28, 2017.</ref> Additionally, a Pew Research poll indicated that over three-fourths of "white evangelical Protestants" approved of Trump's performance.<ref>Smith, Gregory A. (April 26, 2017). [http://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2017/04/26/among-white-evangelicals-regular-churchgoers-are-the-most-supportive-of-trump/ Among white evangelicals, regular churchgoers are the most supportive of Trump]. ''Pew Research Center''. Retrieved May 13, 2017.</ref> These people, as well as members of the [[Tea Party Movement]],<ref>Leahy, Michael Patrick (May 17, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/17/tea-party-activists-media-attacks-on-president-trump-an-all-out-assault-on-our-republic/ Tea Party Activists: Media Attacks on President Trump ‘An All Out Assault on Our Republic’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 20, 2017.</ref> did not believe the media and left-wingers in their war against President Trump.
 
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It was reported on June 10, 2017, that President Trump had signed 37 bills into law, more than each of the previous four presidents, and the U.S. House had passed 158 bills, "making it the most productive in the modern-era," according to GOP House leaders.<ref>Harper, Jennifer (June 10, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/10/president-trump-has-signed-more-bills-into-law-tha/ So far, so good: President Trump signed more bills into law than his four predecessors: report]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 10, 2017.</ref>
 
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Despite opposition to Trump from the Left, Congressional Republicans were more united during Trump's presidency than in any other time in recent U.S. political history.<ref>Stucky, Phillip (April 2, 2017). [http://dailycaller.com/2017/04/02/trump-smashes-records-with-party-unity/ Trump Smashes Records With Party Unity]. ''The Daily Caller''. Retrieved April 2, 2017.</ref>
 
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===Social policy===
 
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====Legislation signed====
 
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*March 27, 2017—One of the four [[Congressional Review]] bills that Trump signed into law that day repealed Obama's ''Blacklisting Rule'', which would have required firms contracted by federal agencies to disclose every claim of unfair labor practices concerning them – something which would have given unionized contractors an upper-hand. On the same day, President Trump signed an executive order repealing the contracting rule.<ref name="ContractingRepeal">
 
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*McMorris, Bill (March 27, 2017). [http://freebeacon.com/issues/trump-ends-obama-contracting-rule/ Trump Ends Obama Contracting Rule]. ''The Washington Free Beacon''. Retrieved March 30, 2017.
 
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*Devaney, Tim (March 27, 2017). [http://thehill.com/regulation/325963-trump-repeals-blacklisting-rule Trump repeals 'blacklisting rule']. ''The Hill''. Retrieved March 30, 2017.
 
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*Brenner, Guy; Weinstein, Alex C. (March 29, 2017). [http://www.natlawreview.com/article/breaking-blacklisting-rule-officially-and-completely-dead BREAKING: Blacklisting Rule Is Officially and Completely Dead]. ''The National Law Review''. Retrieved March 30, 2017.
 
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*[https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2017-03-30/pdf/2017-06382.pdf Executive Order 13782 of March 27, 2017 -- Revocation of Federal Contracting Executive Orders]. ''Federal Register''. March 30, 2017. Retrieved May 7, 2017.</ref>
 
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*January 20, 2017—On his first day in office, Trump signed an executive order that would lessen [[Obamacare]]'s burden while Republicans work to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act.<ref>Fabian, Jordan (January 20, 2017). [http://thehill.com/homenews/administration/315414-trump-signs-obamacare-executive-order Trump signs ObamaCare executive order]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved January 20, 2017.</ref><ref>Chamberlain, Samuel (January 20, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/01/20/trump-orders-regulatory-freeze-directs-agencies-to-ease-burden-obamacare.html In first executive order, Trump tells agencies to ease ObamaCare burden]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved January 20, 2017.</ref>
 
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*February 22, 2017—President Trump rescinded former President Obama's pro-[[transgender]] guidelines for schools receiving federal aid that are subject to [[Title IX]].<ref>[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/02/22/trump-administration-revokes-obama-era-transgender-bathroom-guidance-for-schools.html Trump administration revokes Obama-era transgender bathroom guidance for schools]. ''Fox News''. February 22, 2017. Retrieved February 22, 2017.</ref> A day earlier, the Trump Administration announced it would discontinue Obama's pro-transgender policies.<ref>Munro, Neil (February 21, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/2016-presidential-race/2017/02/21/trump-junks-obama-transgender-policy/ Donald Trump Junks Barack Obama’s Pro-Transgender Policies]. ''Breitbart''. Retrieved February 21, 2017.</ref>
 
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*March 27, 2017—President Trump signed an executive order repealing Obama-era labor law compliance requirements<ref name="ContractingRepeal"/> for federal contractors, along with signing a resolution of disapproval that day on the same topic.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://ww.whitehouse.gov/legislation/hj-res-37-joint-resolution-disapproving-rule-submitted-department-defense-general|title=H.J. Res. 37 - Joint Resolution disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Defense, the General Services Administration, and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration relating to the Federal Acquisition Regulation|accessdate=June 14, 2017}}</ref>
 
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*April 14, 2017—President Trump appointed Roger Severino, a strong defender of [[religious liberty]], to the HHS Office for Civil Rights.<ref>Berry, Susan (April 14, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/04/14/trump-appoints-religious-liberty-defender-roger-severino-head-hhs-office-civil-rights/ Trump Appoints Religious Liberty Defender Roger Severino to Head HHS Office for Civil Rights]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 14, 2017.</ref><ref>LaBarbera, Peter (April 11, 2017). [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/trump-picks-pro-life-conservative-to-lead-civil-rights-department-at-hhs Trump picks pro-life conservative to lead HHS civil rights office]. ''Life Site News''. Retrieved April 14, 2017.</ref>
 
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*April 14, 2017—The Justice Department dropped its discrimination lawsuit against North Carolina for its "bathroom bill" (filed under the Obama Administration) after North Carolina passed a compromise bill. Homosexual activists still opposed the new bill.<ref>Noble, Andrea (April 14, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/apr/14/justice-dept-drops-north-carolina-bathroom-bill-su/ Justice Dept. drops ‘bathroom bill’ suit against North Carolina after HB2 repeal]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved April 15, 2017.</ref>
 
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*May 1, 2017—The Agriculture Department took steps to give schools more flexibility in their school meal plans.<ref>
 
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* Wheeler, Lydia (May 1, 2017). [http://thehill.com/regulation/healthcare/331400-trump-unwinding-first-ladys-school-lunch-program-rules Trump unwinding Michelle Obama's school lunch program rules]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved May 15, 2017.
 
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* Hein, Alexandria (May 2, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/health/2017/05/02/trump-administration-loosens-obama-era-school-lunch-requirements.html Trump administration loosens Obama-era school lunch requirements]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved May 15, 2017.
 
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* del Guidice, Rachel (May 1, 2017). [http://dailysignal.com/2017/05/01/trumps-agriculture-chief-tosses-out-michelle-obamas-school-lunch-rules/ Trump’s Agriculture Chief Tosses Out Michelle Obama’s School Lunch Rules]. ''The Daily Signal''. Retrieved May 15, 2017.</ref>
 
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*May 4, 2017—On the annual [[National Day of Prayer]],<ref>[https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2017-05-09/pdf/2017-09570.pdf Proclamation 9605 of May 4, 2017 -- National Day of Prayer, 2017]. ''Federal Register''. May 9, 2017. Retrieved May 9, 2017.</ref> President Trump signed an executive order on religious liberty. Among its provisions, it loosened IRS restrictions against political activities by tax-exempt religious organizations, effectively weakening the [[Johnson Amendment]]; and it attempted to make it easier for employers not to provide contraceptives if they had religious objections.<ref>
 
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* Jackson, David; Groppe, Maureen (May 4, 2017). [https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2017/05/04/donald-trump-religious-liberty-johnson-amendment/101277724/ Trump executive order targets birth control, church involvement in politics]. ''USA Today''. Retrieved May 4, 2017.
 
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* Boyer, Dave (May 4, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/4/donald-trump-signs-religious-freedom-order-give-ch/ Trump gives churches ‘their voices back’ with approval to take part in partisan politics]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 4, 2017.
 
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* [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/04/trump-marks-national-day-prayer-signs-executive-order-on-religious-freedom.html Trump marks National Day of Prayer, signs executive order on religious freedom]. ''Fox News''. May 4, 2017. Retrieved May 4, 2017.</ref> The order gave conservative Attorney General Jeff Sessions greater authority regarding religious liberty policy.<ref>Mason, Ian (May 4, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/04/trumps-religious-liberty-order-gives-sessions-major-leeway/ Trump’s Religious Liberty Order Gives Sessions Major Leeway]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 5, 2017.</ref> Although well received by some Christians and conservatives,<ref>Starnes, Todd (May 4, 2017). [https://townhall.com/columnists/toddstarnes/2017/05/04/trump-we-will-not-allow-people-of-faith-to-be-bullied-n2322358 Trump: ‘We Will Not Allow People of Faith to be Bullied’]. ''Townhall''. Retrieved May 4, 2017.</ref> others criticized it for being ineffective and easy to repeal.<ref>
 
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* French, David (May 4, 2017). [http://www.nationalreview.com/article/447338/trump-religious-liberty-executive-order-failure Trump’s Executive Order on Religious Liberty Is Worse Than Useless]. ''National Review''. Retrieved May 4, 2017.
 
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* Harsanyi, David (May 4, 2017). [http://thefederalist.com/2017/05/04/trumps-executive-order-on-religious-liberty-is-a-big-disappointment/ Trump’s Executive Order On Religious Liberty Is A Big Disappointment]. ''The Federalist''. Retrieved May 4, 2017.</ref> Other members of the Trump Administration have shown strong support for religious liberty.<ref>Berry, Susan (May 12, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/12/agriculture-secretary-sonny-perdue-commits-religious-freedom/ Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue Commits to Religious Freedom]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 12, 2017.</ref>
 
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*In May 2017, the Trump Administration began to undo Section 1557 of ObamaCare, which would have helped liberals gain transexual "rights" through the courts.<ref>Munro, Neil (May 18, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/18/donald-trump-transgender-transsexual-lawsuits-obamacare/ Donald Trump’s Deputies Removing Pro-Transgender Rule from Obamacare]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 18, 2017.</ref>
 
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*June 6, 2017—The Trump Administration appointed Valerie Huber, an [[abstinence education]] advocate, to the position of chief of staff to the assistant secretary for health at the HHS.<ref>Hellmann, Jessie (June 6, 2017). [http://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/336620-abstinence-education-advocate-named-to-hhs-post Abstinence education advocate named to HHS post]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved June 16, 2017.</ref>
 
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Secretary of Veterans Affairs [[David Shulkin]] stated on June 7, 2017 that improving the [[Department of Veterans Affairs]] was a "top priority" for the Trump Administration.<ref>Persons, Sally (June 7, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/7/david-shulkin-says-veterans-health-care-reform-top/ Shulkin says veterans health care reform a ‘top priority’]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 7, 2017.</ref><ref>Hayward, John (June 22, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/radio/2017/06/22/va-secretary-david-shulkin-20-veterans-day-taking-their-lives-totally-unacceptable/ VA Secretary David Shulkin: ‘We Have 20 Veterans a Day Taking Their Lives; That’s Totally Unacceptable’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 22, 2017.</ref> Shulkin, a holdover from the Obama Administration, admitted that the Trump Administration was "quicker" and "more decisive" than the previous one.<ref>Bedard, Paul (June 26, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/obama-holdover-trump-style-quicker-more-decisive/article/2627061 Obama holdover: Trump style 'quicker, more decisive']. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 27, 2017.</ref>
 
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*April 19, 2017—President Trump signed an extension of the Veterans Choice Act of 2014, which allowed veterans to seek medical care outside the VA system due to serious VA problems.<ref>Boyer, Dave (April 19, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/apr/19/donald-trump-signs-extension-veterans-choice-healt/ Trump turns focus to veterans, signs extension for choice in health care]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved April 19, 2017.</ref><ref>Westwood, Sarah (April 19, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/trump-signs-bill-allowing-veterans-to-seek-care-outside-broken-va-system/article/2620659 Trump signs bill allowing veterans to seek care outside broken VA system]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved April 19, 2017.</ref>
 
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*June 2, 2017—President Trump signed a bill into law giving preference in federal grants to "federal and state law enforcement agencies that hire and train veterans".<ref name="PoliceVets"/>
 
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*June 23, 2017—President Trump signed the Department of Veterans Affairs Accountability and Whistleblower Protection Act into law (Trump described the law as "one of the largest reforms to the VA in its history"<ref>Westwood, Sarah (June 23, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/trump-signs-one-of-the-largest-reforms-to-the-va-in-its-history/article/2626924 Trump signs 'one of the largest reforms to the VA in its history']. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 23, 2017.</ref>), which expanded protections for VA whistleblowers, gave the VA the authority to end bonuses to convicted employees, made quicker and easier the process for firing, suspending, and demoting employees.<ref>
 
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*Chakraborty, Barnini (June 23, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/06/23/trump-signs-va-reform-bill-following-through-on-campaign-promise.html Trump signs VA reform bill, following through on campaign promise]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved June 23, 2017.
 
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*Fabian, Jordan (June 23, 2017). [http://thehill.com/homenews/administration/339168-trump-signs-va-reform-bill Trump signs VA reform bill]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved June 23, 2017.
 
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*Boyer, Dave (June 23, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/23/donald-trump-signs-va-accountability-act-law-promi/ Trump signs VA accountability act into law, promises better care for veterans]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 23, 2017.
 
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*Wong, Kristina (June 23, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/23/trump-signs-bill-to-fire-failing-va-employees-protect-whistleblowers/ Trump Signs Bill to Fire Failing VA Employees, Protect Whistleblowers].
 
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''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 24, 2017.</ref>
 
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*April 27, 2017—President Trump signed an executive order creating an office in the [[Department of Veterans Affairs]] to investigate obstacles preventing the VA from firing incompetent employees, and to protect those who reveal cases of incompetence in the department.<ref>Wong, Kristina (April 27, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/04/27/trump-signs-executive-order-to-hold-va-employees-accountable/ Trump Signs Executive Order to Hold VA Employees Accountable]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 27, 2017.</ref>
 
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*June 5, 2017—The Department of Veterans Affairs announced it would adopt the same medical records system as the Defense Department in order to bring better care for veterans.<ref>Boyer, Dave (June 5, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/5/donald-trump-overhaul-va-medical-records-system-li/ Trump to overhaul VA medical records system to link with Pentagon]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 5, 2017.</ref><ref>Singman, Brooke (June 5, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/06/05/veterans-affairs-to-adopt-same-medical-record-system-as-pentagon.html Veterans Affairs to adopt same medical records system as Pentagon]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved June 5, 2017.</ref>
 
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Attorney General [[Jeff Sessions]], a strong conservative, completely reformed the [[United States Department of Justice|Justice Department]], reorienting it in a strongly conservative direction and with conservative policies, in stark contrast with the Obama Administration.<ref>Munro, Neil (April 17, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/04/17/jeff-sessions-reforms-justice-department/ Report: AG Jeff Sessions Enacts Comprehensive Reform at Justice Department]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 18, 2017.</ref><ref>Henneke, Robert; Brown, Emily (June 21, 2017). [http://thehill.com/blogs/pundits-blog/the-administration/338806-sessions-is-cleaning-up-the-justice-department-and-not Sessions is cleaning up the Justice Department, and not a moment too soon]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved June 21, 2017.</ref> The appointment of new DOJ officials continued through June 2017.<ref>Mason, Ian (June 19, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/19/staffing-up-continues-at-doj/ Staffing-Up Continues at DOJ]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 20, 2017.</ref>
 
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*June 2, 2017—President Trump signed a bill into law to reduce the backlog of families of fallen police officers waiting to receive benefits due to their status.<ref name="PoliceVets">
 
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*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/06/02/trump-signs-bills-to-help-police-officers-veterans.html Trump signs bills to help police officers, veterans]. ''Fox News''. June 2, 2017. Retrieved June 2, 2017.
 
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*Spiering, Charlie (June 3, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/03/trump-signs-bills-assisting-law-enforcement-behind-you-100-percent/ Donald Trump Signs Bills Assisting Law Enforcement: ‘We Are Behind You 100 Percent’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 3, 2017.</ref>
 
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*February 2017—Attorney General Sessions rescinded an Obama Administration memo that directed the Bureau of Prisons to begin phasing out private prisons.<ref>Chakraborty, Barnini (March 16, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/03/16/trump-administration-reversal-on-private-prison-use-faces-pitfalls.html Trump administration reversal on private prison use faces pitfalls]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved April 28, 2017.</ref>
 
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*February 9, 2017—President Trump signed three executive orders pertaining to law enforcement. The first cracked down and strengthens the law against international crime organizations, the second deals with anti-law enforcement crimes, and third with finding a strategy for reducing crime in general, "including, in particular, illegal immigration, drug trafficking, and violent crime."<ref>Fabian, Jordan (February 9, 2017). [http://thehill.com/homenews/administration/318693-trump-signs-executive-actions-targeting-crime Trump signs executive actions aimed at crime crackdown]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved February 9, 2017.</ref>
 
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*March 10, 2017—Attorney General Sessions asked the 46 remaining [[United States Attorney|U.S. attorneys]] appointed by Obama, arguably the most left-wing president in U.S. history, to resign.<ref>[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/03/10/ag-sessions-asks-remaining-46-us-attorneys-to-resign.html AG Sessions asks remaining 46 US attorneys to resign]. ''Fox News''. March 10, 2017. Retrieved March 10, 2017.</ref><ref>[http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/03/10/attorney-general-jeff-sessions-seeks-resignations-46-us-attorneys/ Attorney General Jeff Sessions Seeks Resignations of 46 US Attorneys]. ''Breitbart News''. March 10, 2017. Retrieved March 10, 2017.</ref> One of those U.S. attorneys was the failed Zachary Fardon, who was lax in his prosecution of gun crimes (Sessions directed the Justice Department to increase prosecutions on gun-law violations and to reinforce harsh sentences for such).<ref>Hawkins, Awr (March 11, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/03/11/jeff-sessions-asks-chicagos-obama-appointed-federal-prosecutor-to-resign/ Jeff Sessions Asks Chicago’s Failed Obama-Appointed Federal Prosecutor to Resign]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved March 11, 2017.</ref> When one of those attorneys, Preet Bharara, refused to resign (likely for political gain), he was fired.<ref>[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/03/11/us-attorney-bharara-is-fired-after-rejecting-sessions-step-down-request.html US attorney Bharara is fired after rejecting Sessions' step-down request]. ''Fox News''. March 11, 2017. Retrieved March 11, 2017.</ref> Later, in May 2017, more Obama holdovers left the Justice Department.<ref>Mason, Ian (May 26, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/26/more-obama-holdovers-flushed-jeff-sessions-justice-department/ More Obama Holdovers Flushed Out of Jeff Sessions’ Justice Department]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 28, 2017.</ref>
 
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*April 3, 2017—Attorney General Sessions ordered the Department of Justice to review Obama's agreements with local police departments. Sessions made this order to give back local control to police departments.<ref>
 
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* Chakraborty, Barnini (April 4, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/04/04/sessions-tells-doj-to-revisit-obama-era-agreements-with-local-police-departments.html Sessions tells DOJ to revisit Obama-era agreements with local police departments]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved April 4, 2017.
 
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* Starr, Penny (April 4, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/04/04/ag-sessions-orders-review-of-doj-police-conduct-investigations-restore-respect-local-control/ AG Sessions Orders Review of DOJ Police Conduct Investigations — Restore, Respect Local Control]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 4, 2017.</ref>
 
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*April 13, 2017—The Justice Department prosecuted two doctors and one other for practicing [[female genital mutilation]] – the first such prosecutions under a federal law passed by Congress in 1996 prohibiting the practice.<ref>
 
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*[https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/18/116 18 U.S.C. §116]
 
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*{{cite news|url=https://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2017/04/24/press-briefing-press-secretary-sean-spicer-4242017-40|title=Press Briefing by Press Secretary Sean Spicer, 4/24/2017, #40|date=April 24, 2014|accessdate=June 14, 2017}}
 
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*Cohen, Kelly (April 13, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/doj-to-charge-first-person-under-law-criminalizing-female-genital-mutilation/article/2620214 DOJ to charge first person under law criminalizing female genital mutilation]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 14, 2017.
 
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*Ali, Safia Samee (April 13, 2017). [http://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/michigan-doctor-charged-performing-female-genital-mutilations-n746401 Michigan Doctor Charged With Performing Female Genital Mutilations]. ''NBC News''. Retrieved June 14, 2017.
 
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*{{cite web|url=https://www.justice.gov/usao-edmi/pr/three-indicted-female-genital-mutilation|title=Three Indicted for Female Genital Mutilation|date= April 26, 2017|accessdate=June 14, 2017}}
 
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*{{cite news|url=http://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2017/06/08/michigan-house-passes-female-genital-mutilation-legislation/382356001/|title=Michigan House passes female genital mutilation legislation|date=June 8, 2017 |accessdate=June 14, 2017|work=Detroit Free Press}}
 
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*{{cite news|url=https://townhall.com/tipsheet/katiepavlich/2017/04/24/white-house-wont-comment-on-first-female-genital-mutilation-case-in-us-n2317523|title=White House Has No Comment on First Female Genital Mutilation Case in U.S. |date=April 24, 2017|accessdate=June 14, 2017}}
 
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*Munro, Neil (April 19, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/04/18/media-ignores-imported-female-genital-mutilation/ Establishment Media Hides Trump’s New Policy to Stop ‘Genital Mutilation’ of American Girls]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 19, 2017.</ref>
 
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*May 9, 2017—Although he previously stated he was not planning on asking him to resign,<ref>Rodriguez, Katherine (April 12, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/04/12/trump-does-not-intend-ask-fbi-director-james-comey-resign/ Trump Does Not Intend to Ask FBI Director James Comey to Resign]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 13, 2017.
 
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However, President Trump later stated that he had been planning on firing Comey from the beginning of his presidency:
 
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*Boyer, Dave (May 11, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/11/trump-id-fire-comey-regardless-doj-recommendation/ Trump says he planned to fire Comey regardless of Justice recommendation]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 11, 2017.</ref> President Trump, at the recommendation of Attorney General Jeff Sessions and Deputy Attorney General [[Rod Rosenstein]], fired Obama-appointed FBI director [[James Comey]] for being unfit to serve in the position.<ref>
 
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* Noble, Andrea; Dinan, Stephen (May 9, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/9/james-comney-fired-fbi-director/ Trump fires FBI Director James Comey]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 9, 2017.
 
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* [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/09/trump-fires-fbi-director-comey.html Trump fires FBI Director Comey]. ''Fox News''. May 9, 2017. Retrieved May 9, 2017.
 
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* Nussbaum, Daniel (May 9, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/09/trump-fires-fbi-director-james-comey/ Trump Fires FBI Director James Comey]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 9, 2017.
 
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It should be noted that at the time of his firing, Comey was very unpopular, moreso than the president:
 
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*Easley, Jonathan (May 23, 2017). [http://thehill.com/homenews/administration/334692-poll-comey-was-deeply-unpopular-at-time-of-firing Poll: Comey was deeply unpopular at time of firing]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved May 23, 2017.</ref> Democrats and liberals were dismayed at the decision,<ref>
 
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* Nussbaum, Daniel (May 9, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-hollywood/2017/05/09/celebrities-melt-down-over-comey-firing-full-blown-constitutional-crisis/ Celebrities Melt Down Over Comey Firing: ‘Full Blown Constitutional Crisis’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 10, 2017.
 
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* [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/10/trump-takes-aim-at-schumers-reaction-to-comey-firing.html Trump defends Comey firing, says ousted FBI director 'wasn't doing a good job']. ''Fox News''. May 10, 2017. Retrieved May 10, 2017.
 
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* Harper, Jennifer (May 10, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/10/liberal-media-goes-into-full-panic-mode-over-comey/ Liberal media goes into ‘full panic mode’ over Comey coverage: Report]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 11, 2017.
 
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However, liberals and Democrats changed their positon on firing Comey, thus acting as hypocrites:
 
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*Nolan, Lucas (May 10, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/10/the-amazing-democrat-u-turn-on-the-firing-of-james-comey/ The Amazing Democrat U-Turn on the Firing of James Comey]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 11, 2017.</ref> but it showed that Trump was serious about shaking up D.C. and "[[Drain the swamp|draining the swamp]]."<ref>Boyle, Matthew (May 10, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/10/the-unconventional-president-donald-trump-shakes-washington-to-its-core-by-firing-comey/ The Unconventional President: Donald Trump Shakes Washington to Its Core by Firing Comey]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 10, 2017.</ref>
 
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*May 11, 2017—Attorney General Sessions ended Obama and [[Eric Holder]]'s policy of pursuing light sentences for criminals when he ordered federal prosecutors to pursue "the most serious and readily provable offense" committed by those under prosecution.<ref>
 
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* Shaw, Adam (May 12, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/12/sessions-ends-obama-era-leniency-on-sentencing-infuriating-civil-rights-groups.html Sessions ends Obama-era leniency on sentencing, infuriating civil rights groups]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved May 12, 2017.
 
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* Mason, Ian (May 12, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/12/sessions-doj-ends-holder-memo-era-resumes-strict-drug-sentencing/ Sessions DOJ Ends ‘Holder Memo’ Era, Resumes Strict Drug Sentencing]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 12, 2017.
 
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* Saavedra, Ryan (May 12, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/texas/2017/05/12/bad-hombre-crackdown-sessions-ramps-war-drug-traffickers/ Bad Hombre Crackdown: Sessions Ramps War on Drug Traffickers]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 12, 2017.</ref>
 
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*June 7, 2017—Attorney General Sessions ended a policy begun by Eric Holder where the Justice Department would reach settlements with companies that required them to pay third-party groups, many of which were left-wing organizations.<ref>
 
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*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/06/07/doj-ends-holder-era-slush-fund-payouts-to-outside-groups.html DOJ ends Holder-era ‘slush fund’ payouts to outside groups]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved June 7, 2017.
 
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*Mason, Ian (June 7, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/07/sessions-ends-doj-handouts-leftist-groups/ Jeff Sessions Ends DOJ Handouts for Leftist Groups]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 7, 2017.</ref>
 
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*June 20, 2017—Attorney General Sessions launched the National Public Safety Partnership as part of a wider DOJ effort at countering violent crime.<ref>Mason, Ian (June 20, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/20/jeff-sessions-launches-national-public-safety-partnership/ AG Jeff Sessions Vows to Counter Rise in Violent Crime, Launches ‘National Public Safety Partnership’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 21, 2017.</ref>
 
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===Abortion===
 
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President Trump kept his [[pro-life]] promises during his first 100 days of his presidency and made several considerable achievements during that time.<ref name="KeepProLife">Berry, Susan (April 24, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/04/24/trump-pence-keeping-pro-life-promises-first-100-days/ Trump and Pence Keeping Pro-Life Promises in First 100 Days]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 24, 2017.</ref>
 
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====Legislation signed====
 
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*April 13, 2017—President Trump signed a [[Congressional Review]] bill into law annulling a recent Obama Administration regulation that would have prohibited states from discriminating in awarding Title X family planning funds based on whether the local clinic also performs abortions (some states adopted rules which distribute federal family planning funds on the condition that the organizations do not perform abortions).<ref>
 
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* Berry, Susan (April 13, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/04/13/trump-signs-resolution-overturning-obama-planned-parenthood-state-funding-mandate/ Trump Signs Resolution Overturning Obama Planned Parenthood State Funding Mandate]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 13, 2017.
 
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* Leonard, Kimberly (April 13, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/trump-signs-bill-allowing-states-to-strip-funding-from-planned-parenthood/article/2620213 Trump signs bill allowing states to strip funding from Planned Parenthood]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved April 13, 2017.
 
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* Hellmann, Jessie (April 13, 2017). [http://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/328674-trump-signs-bill-targeting-planned-parenthood-funding Trump signs bill targeting funding for abortion providers]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved April 13, 2017.</ref> The Act was "the first major national pro-life bill in more than a decade."<ref>Dinan, Stephen (April 13, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/apr/13/donald-trump-gives-states-power-cut-planned-parent/ Trump gives states power to cut off Planned Parenthood money]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved April 13, 2017.</ref>
 
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====Executive actions====
 
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*January 23, 2017—President Trump signed an order reinstating the [[Mexico City Policy]], which defunded International Planned Parenthood and other organizations that promote foreign abortions.<ref>LaBarbera, Peter (January 23, 2017). [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/breaking-trump-signs-order-defunding-international-planned-parenthood-forei BREAKING: Trump signs order defunding International Planned Parenthood, foreign abortions]. ''LifeSite News''. Retrieved January 23, 2017.</ref><ref>Hellman, Jessie (January 23, 2017). [http://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/abortion/315652-trump-signs-executive-order-reinstating-global-gag-rule-on Trump reinstates ban on US funds promoting abortion overseas]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved January 23, 2017.</ref> However, unlike previous administrations, the Trump Administration expanded the policy to include all global health assistance funding.<ref name="KeepProLife"/>
 
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*April 4, 2017—The Trump Administration halted U.S. funding of the [[United Nations]] Population Fund, which has links to inhumane abortion programs such as [[China]]'s [[one-child policy]]. Instead, the $32.5 million was shifted to the U.S. Agency for International Development.<ref>Berry, Susan, Dr. (April 4, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/04/04/trump-halts-u-s-funding-united-nations-population-fund/ Trump Halts U.S. Funding of United Nations Population Fund]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 4, 2017.</ref>
 
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*President Trump appointed several pro-life advocates to Department of Health and Human Services positions. On April 28, 2017, in an apparent victory for the pro-life movement,<ref>
 
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*del Guidice, Rachel (May 9, 2017). [http://dailysignal.com/2017/05/09/pro-life-advocates-optimistic-one-gets-key-hhs-job/ Pro-Life Advocates Optimistic as One of Their Own Gets Key HHS Job]. ''The Daily Signal''. Retrieved June 2, 2017.
 
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*Adelmann, Bob (May 10, 2017). [https://www.thenewamerican.com/culture/faith-and-morals/item/25999-pro-life-agenda-boosted-with-charmaine-yoest-s-appointment-to-hhs Pro-life Agenda Boosted With Charmaine Yoest in HHS]. ''The New American''. Retrieved June 2, 2017.</ref> President Trump appointed Dr. Charmaine Yoest, a strong pro-life advocate and the former president of [[Americans United for Life]], to the position of assistant secretary of public affairs for the Department of Health and Human Services, replacing a strong [[Planned Parenthood]] supporter.<ref>
 
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*Berry, Susan (April 28, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/04/28/pro-life-advocate-appointed-assistant-secretary-hhs-public-affairs/ Donald Trump Appoints Pro-Life Advocate as Assistant Secretary of HHS for Public Affairs]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 28, 2017.
 
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*Ertelt, Steve (April 28, 2017). [http://www.lifenews.com/2017/04/28/president-trump-named-pro-life-leader-to-key-hhs-post-replacing-a-planned-parenthood-activist/ President Trump Names Pro-Life Leader to Key HHS Post, Replacing a Planned Parenthood Activist]. ''LifeNews''. Retrieved May 30, 2017.</ref> The position did not require Senate confirmation.<ref>Pradhan, Rachana (May 28, 2017). [http://www.politico.com/story/2017/04/28/charmaine-yoest-assistant-secretary-of-public-affairs-hhs-237743 Trump names anti-abortion leader Yoest to top HHS post]. ''Politico''. Retrieved May 30, 2017.</ref> In late May, Trump appointed Shannon Royce, who formerly served in the [[Family Research Council]] and the Southern Baptists' Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission, to the HHS Center for Faith-based and Neighborhood Partnerships.<ref>
 
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*LaBarbera, Peter (May 23, 2017). [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/trump-appoints-pro-life-conservative-to-lead-faith-based-office Trump appoints pro-life conservative to lead faith-based office]. ''LifeSite News''. Retrieved May 30, 2017.
 
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*Roach, David (May 26, 2017). [http://bpnews.net/48941/royce-former-erlc-leader-joins-trump-admin Royce, former ERLC leader, joins Trump admin.] ''Baptist Press''. Retrieved May 30, 2017.</ref> Around May 1, 2017, President Trump appointed Teresa Manning, a pro-life advocate who worked for the [[Family Research Council]] and the National Right to Life, to be the HHS deputy assistant secretary for population affairs.<ref>
 
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*Taylor, Sarah (May 1, 2017). [http://www.theblaze.com/news/2017/05/01/pro-life-activist-teresa-manning-tapped-to-oversee-trump-family-planning-program/ Pro-life activist Teresa Manning tapped to oversee Trump family planning program]. ''The Blaze''. Retrieved June 16, 2017.
 
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*Hellmann, Jessie (May 1, 2017). [http://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/331371-trump-to-name-anti-abortion-advocate-to-lead-federal-family-planning Trump to name anti-abortion advocate to lead federal family planning programs]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved June 16, 2017.
 
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*Eilperin, Juliet (May 2, 2017). [https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/powerpost/wp/2017/05/01/trump-picks-antiabortion-activist-to-head-hhs-family-planning-program/ Trump picks antiabortion activist to head HHS family planning section]. ''The Washington Post''. Retrieved June 16, 2017.</ref>
 
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*May 15, 2017—The Trump Administration massively broadened the scope of the Mexico City Policy to include any international health organization that performs or gives information about abortions, expanding the amount of money affected from $600,000 to nearly $9 billion.<ref>
 
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*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/15/trump-expands-ban-on-funding-abortions-overseas.html Trump expands ban on funding abortions overseas]. ''Fox News''. May 15, 2017. Retrieved May 15, 2017.
 
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*Richardson, Bradford (May 15, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/15/mexico-city-policy-expansion-ends-abortion-aid-abr/ Trump cuts all health care aid to international groups performing or promoting abortion]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 15, 2017.
 
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*Berry, Dr. Susan (May 15, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/15/trump-administration-expands-pro-life-policy-to-ensure-no-taxpayer-funds-for-abortion-overseas/ Trump Administration Expands Pro-Life Policy to Ensure No Taxpayer Funds for Abortion Overseas]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 16, 2017.</ref>
 
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===Gun politics===
 
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====Legislation signed====
 
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*February 28, 2017—President Trump signed a bill into law (Public Law 115-8)<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.whitehouse.gov/legislation/hjres-40-joint-resolution-providing-congressional-disapproval-under-chapter-8-title-5|title=Joint Resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Social Security Administration relating to Implementation of the NICS Improvement Amendments Act of 2007.|work=White House|date=February 28, 2017|accessdate=April 11, 2017}}</ref> repealing a Social Security Administration rule adding mental disability determinations to the background check registry, subject to a person applying to be removed from the list.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2016/12/19/2016-30407/implementation-of-the-nics-improvement-amendments-act-of-2007|title=Implementation of the NICS Improvement Amendments Act of 2007|work=Federal Register|date=December 19, 2017}}</ref><ref name=wt>{{cite news|url=http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/feb/15/senate-votes-undo-obama-administration-gun-rule/ |title=Senate votes to repeal Obama’s ban on gun sales for certain Social Security recipients|date=February 15, 2017 |work=Washington Times|accessdate=April 11, 2017}}</ref><ref>
 
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* Hawkins, Awr (February 28, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/02/28/report-trump-signs-repeal-of-obamas-social-security-gun-ban/ Report: Trump Signs Repeal of Obama’s Social Security Gun Ban]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved March 4, 2017.
 
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* Korte, Gregory (February 28, 2017). [http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2017/02/28/trump-sign-bill-blocking-obama-gun-rule/98484106/ Trump signs bill reversing Obama rule to ban gun purchases by mentally ill]. ''USA Today''. Retrieved March 4, 2017.</ref> Congress had passed a law requiring federal agencies to search their records for people who were "mentally defective", and the Social Security Administration had published their method of gathering names on December 16, 2016.  The regulation would have added the names of disability beneficiaries who have a mental illness or are not competent to manage their own finances, potentially leading to the removal of Second Amendment rights to many perfectly competent, mentally healthy citizens.<ref name=wt/><ref>Hawkins, Awr (April 10, 2017).  [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/04/10/politico-trump-repealed-social-security-gun-ban-behind-closed-doors-hide-benefits-severely-mentally-ill/ Politico: Trump Repealed Social Security Gun Ban Behind Closed Doors to Hide Benefits for ‘Severely Mentally Ill’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 10, 2017.</ref> By signing the resolution of disapproval, as with other CRA acts, the Social Security Administration cannot come up with different criteria for supplying names to the background check registry for 10 years.
 
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*Starting early in his presidency, the Trump Administration has undone Obama-era executive branch gun regulations.<ref>Hawkins, Awr (April 14, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/04/14/president-trump-quietly-rolling-back-obama-era-gun-controls/ President Trump Quietly Rolling Back Obama-Era Gun Controls]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 15, 2017.</ref>
 
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===Immigration, illegal immigration, and border security===
 
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There was a large change in the Trump Administration, particularly in the Justice Department,<ref>Mason, Ian (April 27, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/04/27/new-sheriff-town-first-100-days-sessions-doj/ New Sheriff in Town: The First 100 Days at the Sessions DOJ]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 27, 2017.</ref><ref>Noble, Andrea (April 27, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/apr/27/jeff-sessions-lays-justice-foundation-in-difficult/ Sessions helps stabilize volatile Justice Department in first 100 days]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved April 27, 2017.</ref> concerning immigration policy, compared to the Obama Administration.<ref>
 
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*Llorente, Elizabeth (April 17, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/04/17/sessions-immigration-policies-mark-big-change-from-obama-policies.html Sessions' immigration policies mark big change from Obama policies]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved April 18, 2017.
 
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*[http://cis.org/100-days-Assessing-the-Trump-Administrations-Immigration-Track-Record What a Difference 100 Days Makes: Assessing the Trump Administration's Immigration Track Record]. ''Center for Immigration Studies''. April 2017. Retrieved June 11, 2017.</ref> It was reported early in Trump's presidency that immigration hardliners had become influential in the Trump Administration.<ref>[http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/04/24/nyt-immigration-reformers-rising-trump-administration/ NYT: Immigration Hard-Liners Rising in Trump Administration]. ''Breitbart News''. April 24, 2017. Retrieved April 24, 2017.</ref>
 
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Illegal immigration declined dramatically after Trump took office.<ref name="Lajeunesse">Lajeunesse, William; Prabucki, Laura (May 11, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/11/trumps-tough-immigration-rhetoric-slows-illegal-border-crossings-were-at-trickle.html Trump's tough immigration rhetoric slows illegal border crossings: 'We're at a trickle']. ''Fox News''. Retrieved May 11, 2017.</ref><ref>Bogan, Ray (June 9, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/06/09/border-patrol-arrests-in-2017-break-historical-trend.html Border Patrol arrests in 2017 break historical trend]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved June 10, 2017.</ref> According to data released early in Trump's presidency, illegal border crossings decreased by 40% in the first month of Trump's presidency – a remarkable achievement, considering that illegal immigration usually increases by 10 to 20% in January and February.<ref>[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/03/09/illegal-border-crossings-decrease-by-40-percent-in-trumps-first-month-report-says.html Illegal border crossings decrease by 40 percent in Trump's first month, report says]. ''Fox News''. March 9, 2017. Retrieved March 31, 2017.</ref><ref>[http://www.breitbart.com/news/illegal-border-crossings-from-mexico-down-40/ Illegal border crossings from Mexico down 40%]. ''Breitbart News''. March 9, 2017. Retrieved March 31, 2017.</ref> In March, illegal immigration had fallen by over 60%.<ref>
 
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* [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/04/06/u-s-illegal-immigration-plunges-trump-crackdown/ U.S. Illegal Immigration Plunges on Trump Crackdown]. ''Breitbart News''. April 6, 2017. Retrieved April 6, 2017.
 
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* [https://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2017/04/05/statement-press-secretary-decline-southwest-border-apprehensions Statement from the Press Secretary on the Decline in Southwest Border Apprehensions]. ''whitehouse.gov''. April 5, 2017. Retrieved April 5, 2017.
 
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* Churchwell, Logan (April 4, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/texas/2017/04/04/illegal-immigration-fell-67-percent-trump-says-fmr-border-chief/ Illegal Immigration Fell 67 Percent under Trump, Says Fmr. Border Chief]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 5, 2017.</ref> By Trump's 100th day in office, levels were reported to have fallen by 73%.<ref>Nolan, Lucas (April 29, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/04/29/trump-illegal-immigration-down-by-unprecedented-73/ Trump: ‘Illegal Immigration Down by Unprecedented 73%’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 30, 2017.</ref><ref name="PFtrue">Valverde, Miriam (April 25, 2017). [http://www.politifact.com/truth-o-meter/statements/2017/apr/25/donald-trump/illegal-immigration-lowest-17-years-trump-said/ Is illegal immigration the lowest in 17 years, as Trump said?] ''PolitiFact''. Retrieved April 30, 2017.</ref> The declining trend of border apprehensions (an indicator of the level of illegal immigration) continued through May.<ref>
 
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*Cohen, Kelly (June 8, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/border-patrol-data-arrests-at-us-mexico-border-on-steady-decline/article/2625405 Border patrol data: Arrests at US-Mexico border on steady decline]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 8, 2017.
 
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*Dinan, Stephen (June 11, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/11/illegal-immigration-across-southwest-border-increa/ Illegal immigration across southwest border increased during May, says Homeland Security]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 11, 2017.</ref> It was reported in April that illegal immigration levels had fallen to the lowest point in 17 years.<ref name="PFtrue"/><ref>[http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/04/10/l-times-southwest-border-crossings-lowest-point-least-17-years/ L.A. Times: Southwest Border Crossings at ‘Lowest Point in at Least 17 Years’]. ''Breitbart News''. April 10, 2017. Retrieved April 11, 2017.</ref><ref>Price, Bob (May 12, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/texas/2017/05/12/mexican-border-apprehensions-hit-17-year-low/ Mexican Border Apprehensions Hit 17-year Low]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 12, 2017.</ref>
 
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It was reported in May that the number of child illegal immigrants entering the nation monthly had fallen below 1,000, the first time in several years, and that total illegal immigration levels had fallen by 76%.<ref>Dinan, Stephen; Noble, Andrea (May 9, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/9/illegal-immigration-southwest-border-down-70-pct/ Trump’s immigration enforcement helps slow illegal border crossings by 76%]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 9, 2017.</ref> In six months, the illegal immigration of Haitians, specifically, into the U.S. declined by 97%.<ref>Dinan, Stephen (April 16, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/apr/16/haitians-at-border-down-as-trump-crackdown-news-sp/ Haitians get word of Trump crackdown, slow flow to border by 97%]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved April 20, 2017.</ref> Although not solely due to President Trump, illegal immigration from [[Cuba]] dropped dramatically in the beginning of Trump's presidency.<ref>Saavedra, Ryan (May 12, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/texas/2017/05/12/cuban-migration-plummets-zero-april/ Cuban Migration Plummets to Zero in April]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 12, 2017.</ref> Illegal immigration dropped so much that U.S. Customs and Border Protection was able to close one of their temporary holding facilities.<ref>Price, Bob (February 15, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/texas/2017/02/15/migrant-detention-center-closes-drop-border-crossings/ Drop in Trump Era Border Crossings Shutters Detention Center]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved March 31, 2017.</ref> As another illustration, a non-profit shelter organization for illegal immigrants, Southwest Key Programs, was forced to lay off nearly 1,000 of its employees due to the drop.<ref>Price, Bob (May 22, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/texas/2017/05/22/migrant-shelter-lays-off-1000-border-crossings-drop/ Migrant Shelter Lays Off 1,000 after Border Crossings Drop]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 22, 2017.</ref> This drop was probably due to the [[Trump effect]]<ref name="Lajeunesse"/><ref>[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/03/30/sessions-border-crossings-down-60-percent-due-to-trumps-strong-leadership.html Sessions: Border crossings down 60 percent due to 'Trump's strong leadership']. ''Fox News''. March 30, 2017. Retrieved March 31, 2017.</ref><ref>Brown, Ben (April 12, 2017). [http://www.foxbusiness.com/politics/2017/04/12/border-patrol-union-president-illegal-immigration-decline-strictly-due-to-trump.html Border Patrol Union President: Illegal Immigration Decline ‘Strictly’ Due to Trump]. ''Fox Business''. Retrieved April 20, 2017.</ref> and tougher illegal immigration and deportation policies by the Homeland Security Department.<ref>Gibson, Jake (May 9, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/09/border-apprehensions-plummet-as-dhs-touts-enforcement-push.html Border apprehensions plummet as DHS touts enforcement push]. ''Fox News''. May 9, 2017. Retrieved May 9, 2017.</ref><ref>Kasperowicz, Pete (May 23, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/dhs-historic-shift-in-border-crossings-since-trumps-executive-order/article/2623949 DHS: 'Historic shift' in border crossings since Trump's executive order]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 23, 2017.</ref>
 
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Regarding refugees, it was reported in May 2017 that the number of refugees entering the U.S. had sharply fallen from the peak during the Obama Administration.<ref>
 
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*Gomez, Alan (May 4, 2017). [https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/world/2017/05/04/refugee-admissions-donald-trump-migrants/101036264/ Refugee admissions plummet under Trump, USA TODAY analysis finds]. ''USA Today''. Retrieved May 4, 2017.
 
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*Price, Bob (May 26, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/texas/2017/05/26/refugee-arrivals-decline-sharply-trump-says-report/ Refugee Arrivals Decline Sharply under Trump, Says Report]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 28, 2017.</ref> According to DHS numbers released in June 2017, the number of refugees admitted in the first three months of Trump's presidency was half of that of the last three months of Obama's presidency (even though refugee admissions increased at the end of Obama's presidency).<ref>
 
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*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/06/23/number-refugees-admitted-in-us-drops-by-50-percent-under-trump.html Number of refugees admitted in US drops by 50 percent under Trump]. ''Fox News''. June 23, 2017. Retrieved June 24, 2017.
 
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*Blake, Andrea (June 24, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/24/refugee-arrivals-down-drastically-under-trump-comp/ Refugee arrivals down drastically under Trump: DHS]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 24, 2017.
 
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*Higgins, Sean (June 24, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/refugee-admissions-halved-under-trump/article/2627002 Refugee admissions halved under Trump]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 24, 2017.</ref> Although the number of refugees admitted in May increased, the proportion of Muslim refugees declined from 34 to 28 percent compared to April.<ref>Leahy, Michael Patrick (June 2, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/02/number-of-refugees-admitted-into-the-u-s-increased-by-nineteen-percent-in-may-slightly-fewer-are-muslim/ Number of Refugees Admitted into U.S. Increased by Nineteen Percent in May, Slightly Fewer Are Muslim]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 2, 2017.</ref>
 
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====Legislation signed====
 
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*H.R. 244, which was signed into law by President Trump on May 5, 2017, and funded the government through September 30, 2017, did not include funding for several of President Trump's priorities, such as defunding sanctuary cities and building new sections of the border wall. However, it did include an additional $1.5 billion in border security funding, including money to repair existing border barrier sections and to increase funding for [[Immigration and Customs Enforcement|ICE]] and [[Customs and Border Protection|CBP]], among other conservative achievements.<ref>
 
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* Moran, Greg (May 6, 2017). [http://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/news/immigration/sd-me-budget-immigration-201700506-story.html New federal spending plan lacks money for Trump’s border wall — and other immigration priorities, too]. ''The San Diego Union-Tribune''. Retrieved May 6, 2017.
 
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* Jones, Susan (May 1, 2017). [http://www.cnsnews.com/news/article/susan-jones/omnibus-includes-no-funding-border-wall-11b-border-security-technologies Omnibus Includes No Funding for Border Wall; But $1.1B for ‘Border Security Technologies’]. ''CNS News''. Retrieved May 6, 2017.
 
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* Moons, Michelle (May 6, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/02/admin-touts-border-fence-improvements-as-border-wall-failure-looms/ Admin Touts Border Fence Improvements as Border Wall Failure Looms]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 6, 2017.</ref>
 
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====Executive actions====
 
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[[File:Donald Trump refugee order, Jan 27, 2017.jpg|thumb|200px|Trump signing his Jan. 27, 2017 order regarding refugees and travel from high-risk countries.]]
 
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[[File:Donald Trump "Muslim ban".png|thumb|200px|Countries affected by Trump's Jan. 27, 2017 travel ban.]]
 
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*January 25, 2017—Trump signed two executive orders. The first one included ordering the "immediate construction of a physical wall on the southern border," the hiring of 5,000 additional border control agents, and ending "catch-and-release" policies for illegal immigrants. The second order called for hiring an additional 10,000 federal immigration officers, re-establishing the Secure Communities Program and other local partnerships, making the deportation of criminal illegal immigrants a priority, directing the State Department to use leverage to ensure countries-of-origin take back illegal immigrants, and stripping federal grant money from [[Sanctuary City (Immigration)|sanctuary cities and states]].<ref>
 
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*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/01/25/trump-orders-construction-border-wall-targets-sanctuary-cities.html Trump orders construction of border wall, targets sanctuary cities]. ''Fox News''. January 25, 2017. Retrieved January 25, 2017.
 
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*Schultheis, Emily (January 25, 2017). [http://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-immigration-executive-order-wall/ Trump signs immigration executive orders at visit to DHS]. ''CBS News''. Retrieved January 25, 2017.
 
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*Mortensen, Ronald W. (February 6, 2017). [http://cis.org/mortensen/president-trumps-executive-order-puts-americans-first-least-75-illegal-aliens-eligible-deportation President Trump's Executive Order Puts Americans First; at Least 75% of Illegal Aliens Eligible for Deportation]. ''Center for Immigration Studies''. Retrieved June 11, 2017.</ref>
 
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*January 27, 2017—Trump signed [[Travel ban|an executive order]] indefinitely banning the admission of [[Syria]]n refugees, suspending the overall refugee program for 120 days, suspending entry and the issuing of visas from seven failed Middle Eastern countries<ref>Hayward, John (January 30, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/01/30/7-nations-named-trump-executive-order-security-nightmares/ Corruption, Terrorism, and Genocide: The 7 Nations Covered by Trump Executive Order]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved March 30, 2017.</ref> for at least 90 days, and reducing the number of refugees allowed into the nation during the fiscal year from 110,000 to 50,000.<ref>Toosi, Nahal (January 27, 2017). [http://www.politico.com/story/2017/01/trump-executive-order-immigration-vetting-terrorists-234290 Trump bars Syrian refugees, halts entry of citizens from some Muslim states]. ''Politico''. Retrieved January 27, 2017.</ref><ref>Paletta, Damian; Sonne, Paul; Schwartz, Felicia (January 27, 2017). [http://www.wsj.com/articles/trump-is-signing-executive-orders-on-military-rebuilding-immigration-vetting-1485554165 Donald Trump Signs Actions Banning Syrians, Suspending Refugee Program]. ''The Wall Street Journal''. Retrieved January 27, 2017.</ref><ref>[https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2017-02-01/pdf/2017-02281.pdf Executive Order 13769 of January 27, 2017 -- Protecting the Nation From Foreign Terrorist Entry Into the United States]. ''Federal Register''. February 1, 2017. Retrieved May 7, 2017.</ref> Additionally, Trump made clear that he would help [[Christian]] refugees, a reversal from the Obama Administration.<ref>Hayward, John (January 27, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/01/27/trump-will-give-persecuted-christians-priority-refugee-status/ Trump: Christian Refugees ‘Horribly Treated,’ ‘We Are Going to Help Them’]. ''Breitbart''. Retrieved January 27, 2017.</ref> Despite criticism from leftists and non-conservatives, 49 percent of the American public supported the decision compared to 41 percent opposed, according to the "mainstream" Reuters,<ref>Kahn, Chris (January 31, 2017). [http://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-trump-immigration-poll-exclusive-idUSKBN15F2MG Exclusive: Only a third of Americans think Trump's travel ban will make them more safe]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved January 31, 2017.</ref> and 57% percent of likely American voters supported the ban according to Rasmussen.<ref>[http://m.rasmussenreports.com/public_content/politics/current_events/immigration/january_2017/most_support_temporary_ban_on_newcomers_from_terrorist_havens Most Support Temporary Ban on Newcomers from Terrorist Havens].'' January 2017. Retrieved February 2, 2017.</ref> Additionally, while the leftist [[establishment]] European leaders opposed the ban, a strong majority – 55% average – of Europeans supported the ban, according to a poll in 10 [[European Union]] nations.<ref>Shaw, Adam (February 9, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/02/09/majority-europeans-in-favor-trump-style-muslim-ban-poll-shows.html Majority of Europeans in favor of a Trump-style Muslim ban, poll shows]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved February 9, 2017.</ref><ref>Jamieson, Alastair (February 8, 2017). [http://www.nbcnews.com/storyline/europes-border-crisis/majority-leading-eu-nations-support-trump-style-travel-ban-poll-n718271 Majority in Leading EU Nations Support Trump-Style Travel Ban: Poll]. ''NBC News''. Retrieved February 9, 2017.</ref>
 
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*January 30, 2017—President Trump appointed Thomas Homan, someone with a reputation for enforcing immigration laws, as acting director of [[Immigration and Customs Enforcement]].<ref name="HomanICE"/> He took a strong stance on illegal immigration as the head of ICE.<ref>
 
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*Dinan, Stephen (June 13, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/13/thomas-homan-ice-chief-says-illegal-immigrants-sho/ No apologies: ICE chief says illegal immigrants should live in fear of deportation]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 13, 2017.
 
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*Bedard, Paul (June 13, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/ice-chief-rips-critics-of-deportations-entering-illegally-is-a-crime/article/2625799 ICE chief rips critics of deportations, entering illegally 'is a crime']. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 13, 2017.
 
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*Bedard, Paul (June 13, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/ice-chief-all-illegals-should-be-worried-no-population-off-the-table/article/2625807 ICE chief: All illegals 'should be worried, no population off the table']. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 13, 2017.</ref> On January 31, President Trump appointed Ronald Vitiello, who was endorsed by the National Border Patrol Council which also endorsed Trump in the 2016 election, to lead U.S. Border Patrol.<ref>
 
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*Price, Bob (February 1, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/texas/2017/02/01/border-patrol-union-new-chief-invaluable-trumps-border-plan/ Border Patrol Union: New Chief ‘Invaluable’ to Trump’s Border Plan]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 23, 2017.
 
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*[http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jan/31/ronald-vitiello-head-border-patrol-trump-administr/ Donald Trump names Ronald Vitiello to head Border Patrol]. ''The Washington Times'' (from the ''Associated Press''). January 31, 2017. Retrieved June 23, 2017.
 
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*Giaritelli, Anna (January 31, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/union-backed-ronald-vitiello-will-head-up-border-patrol/article/2613528 Union-backed Ronald Vitiello will head up Border Patrol]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 23, 2017.
 
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*Pestano, Andrew V. (February 1, 2017). [http://www.upi.com/Trump-administration-names-new-Border-Patrol-chief/7511485947321/ Trump administration names new Border Patrol chief]. ''UPI''. Retrieved June 23, 2017.</ref>
 
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*March 6, 2017—President Trump signed a [[Travel ban|second executive order]] regarding the temporary suspension of refugees and others from certain high-risk countries after the first one was blocked by the courts. The second order made some clarifications and minor improvements over the first, such as exempting green card holders from the ban and excluding [[Iraq]] from it as it had developed an acceptable vetting process.<ref>Munro, Neil (March 6, 2016). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/03/06/trump-new-refugees-executive-pushes-back-judges/ Donald Trump Signs Executive Order Banning Travel from Six Terror-Tied Countries]. ''Breitbart''. Retrieved March 6, 2017.</ref><ref>Chakraborty, Barnini (March 6, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/03/06/trump-signs-new-immigration-order-narrows-scope-travel-ban.html Trump signs new immigration order, narrows scope of travel ban]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved March 6, 2017.</ref> (after being blocked in federal courts, the [[Supreme Court of the United States|Supreme Court]] on June 26, 2017, partially reinstated the ban and allowed key portions of it to continue pending a hearing on the ban's constitutionality in October<ref name="TravelBanportions">
 
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*Mason, Ian (June 26, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/26/supreme-court-reinstates-trump-travel-ban-muslim-majority-countries/ Supreme Court Reinstates Trump Travel Ban from Muslim-Majority Countries]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 26, 2017.
 
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*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/06/26/supreme-court-to-hear-trump-appeal-travel-ban-block.html Trump travel ban: Supreme Court reinstates key parts of executive order]. ''Fox News''. June 26, 2017. Retrieved June 26, 2017.
 
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*Dinan, Stephen (June 26, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/26/supreme-court-revives-trump-travel-ban/ Supreme Court revives Trump travel ban; ‘a clear victory for our national security,’ president says]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 26, 2017.
 
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*Chakraborty, Barnini (June 26, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/06/26/supreme-court-decision-shifts-momentum-in-trump-travel-ban-case.html Supreme Court decision shifts momentum in Trump travel ban case]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved June 27, 2017.
 
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Conservatives criticized the fact that it was a partial reinstatement rather than a full reinstatement:
 
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*Leahy, Michael Patrick (June 26, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/26/supreme-court-decision-creates-bureaucratic-mess-in-refugee-admissions-program/ Supreme Court Decision Creates Bureaucratic Mess in Refugee Admissions Program]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 27, 2017.</ref>)
 
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*On March 31, 2017, after talking tough against [[Sanctuary City (Immigration)|"sanctuary cities"]] and illegal immigration, [[United States Attorney General|Attorney General]] [[Jeff Sessions]] announced a plan to speed up the deportation of imprisoned illegals.<ref>[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/03/30/sessions-seeks-to-speed-up-deportation-illegal-immigrants-in-federal-facilities.html Sessions seeks to speed up deportation of illegal immigrants in federal facilities]. ''Fox News''. March 30, 2017. Retrieved March 31, 2017.</ref><ref>Kew, Ben (March 31, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/03/31/ag-jeff-sessions-unveils-program-to-accelerate-deportation-of-imprisoned-illegals/ AG Jeff Sessions Unveils Program to Accelerate Deportation of Imprisoned Illegals]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved March 31, 2017.</ref> On April 11, 2017, Sessions issued a memorandum to U.S. attorneys, instructing them to enforce much stricter guidelines against immigration crimes,<ref>
 
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*Mason, Ian (April 11, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/immigration/2017/04/11/crackdown-ag-sessions-vows-new-era-at-southern-border/ Crackdown: AG Sessions Vows ‘New Era’ at Southern Border]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 11, 2017.
 
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*Noble, Andrea (April 11, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/apr/11/justice-dept-end-catch-and-release-immigration-pol/ Trump’s Justice Department to end ‘catch and release’ immigration policy]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 11, 2017.</ref> and he announced the Justice Department would hire 125 immigration judges in the next two years.<ref>Singman, Brooke (April 11, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/04/11/ag-sessions-vows-to-confront-cartels-gangs-on-visit-to-us-mexico-border.html AG Sessions vows to confront cartels, gangs on visit to US-Mexico border]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved April 11, 2017.</ref>
 
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*In late March/early April 2017, the Trump Administration cracked down on [[H-1B visa]]s in a series of actions, making it much more difficult for entry-level programmers to enter the U.S., combating corruption in the program, and making sure that Americans were not discriminated against.<ref>
 
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* Kumar, Bhaswar (April 4, 2017). [http://www.business-standard.com/article/international/h-1b-visas-trump-s-us-not-barring-all-programmers-only-entry-level-ones-117040400235_1.html H-1B visas: Trump's US not barring all programmers, only entry-level ones]. ''Business Standard''. Retrieved April 4, 2017.
 
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* Singh, Kanishka (April 4, 2017). [http://indianexpress.com/article/world/tightened-us-h-1b-visa-norms-in-line-with-trumps-america-first-slogan-4599268/ Tightened US H-1B visa norms in line with Trump’s ‘America first’ slogan]. ''Indian Express''. Retrieved April 4, 2017.
 
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* Cao, Jing; Brustein, Joshua (April 4, 2017). [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2017-04-03/new-h-1b-guidelines-crack-down-on-computer-programmer-jobs Trump Cracks Down on H-1B Visa Program That Feeds Silicon Valley]. ''Bloomberg''. Retrieved March 4, 2017.</ref> On April 18, 2017, President Trump signed an executive order restricting the H-1B visa to give the hiring preference to American workers and enacting stronger enforcement of laws requiring the use of American-made materials in federal projects.<ref>
 
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* Miller, S.A. (April 18, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/apr/18/trump-signs-executive-order-reining-h-1b-visa-prog/ Trump signs executive order for ‘buy-American, hire-American’ policy]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved April 18, 2017.
 
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* Spiering, Charlie (April 18, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/04/18/donald-trump-celebrates-america-first-executive-order-wisconsin/ Donald Trump Celebrates ‘America First’ Executive Order in Wisconsin]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 18, 2017.
 
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* Chakraborty, Barnini (April 18, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/04/18/trump-signs-order-to-clamp-down-on-visa-program-enforce-buy-american-policy.html Trump signs order to clamp down on visa program, enforce 'buy American' policy]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved April 18, 2017.</ref> Experts on the H-1B visa supported his order.<ref>Binder, John (April 18, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/texas/2017/04/18/h-1b-experts-trumps-order-elected/ H-1B Experts on Trump’s Order: ‘This Is What We Elected Him For’]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved April 18, 2017.</ref>
 
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*April 14, 2017—President Trump appointed two conservatives on immigration issues to senior positions in the Department of Homeland Security.<ref>Binder, John (April 14, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/texas/2017/04/14/immigration-hawks-ascend-senior-dhs-positions/ Immigration Hawks Ascend to Senior DHS Positions]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 14, 2017.</ref> Like Attorney General Jeff Sessions, [[Secretary of Homeland Security]] [[John F. Kelly]] (with the full support of President Trump<ref>Derespina, Cody (April 18, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/04/18/trump-illegal-immigrant-criminals-are-getting-hell-out.html Trump: Illegal immigrant criminals are 'getting the hell out']. ''Fox News''. Retrieved April 18, 2017.</ref>) also adopted a strong position against illegal immigration.<ref>[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/04/16/dhs-kelly-defends-more-ice-border-hires-says-illegal-immigrants-must-be-dealt-with.html DHS' Kelly defends more ICE, border hires; says illegal immigrants must be 'dealt with']. ''Fox News''. April 16, 2017. Retrieved April 17, 2017.</ref>
 
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*April 26, 2017—The Department of Homeland Security established the Victims of Immigration Crime Engagement Office (VOICE), created to help support victims of illegal immigrant crime, and it established the DHS-Victim Information and Notification Exchange, which was created to help those victims track the custody status of the illegal criminals.<ref>
 
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* Singman, Brooke (April 26, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/04/26/dhs-announces-office-for-victims-illegal-immigrant-crime.html DHS announces office for victims of illegal immigrant crime]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved April 26, 2017.
 
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* McHugh, Katie (April 26, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/04/26/dhs-kelly-voice-victims-illegal-alien-criminals/ DHS Kelly Creates VOICE For Many Victims of Illegal Alien Criminals]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 26, 2017.
 
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* McHugh, Katie (April 25, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/04/25/dhs-unveil-voice-office-victims-illegal-alien-crime/ DHS to Unveil VOICE Office for Victims of Illegal Alien Crime]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 26, 2017.</ref>
 
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*It was reported in May 2017 that the Trump Administration, due to his previous executive orders, had ended Obama's "home free magnet" policy, where illegal immigrants who did not commit a serious crime (other than crossing the border illegally) did not need to fear deportation because ICE needed to gain permission from the Field Office Director before deporting them; and the Trump Administration expanded the use of expedited removal proceedings, which is the deportation of illegals without a hearing unless they request one.<ref>Rappaport, Nolan (May 5, 2017). [http://thehill.com/blogs/pundits-blog/immigration/332110-on-illegal-immigration-trump-puts-an-end-to-obamas-home-free On illegal immigration, Trump ends Obama's 'home free magnet']. ''The Hill''. Retrieved May 6, 2017.</ref> Thus, illegal immigrants "without violent criminal histories" could be arrested and deported.<ref>
 
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*[http://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-38959785 Has Trump started a new deportation drive?] ''BBC News''. February 13, 2017. Retrieved May 20, 2017.
 
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This could be illustrated in the case of Somoli illegals:
 
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* Binder, John (April 12, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/texas/2017/04/12/report-trump-deporting-4k-somali-migrants/ Report: Trump Deporting 4K Somali Migrants]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 11, 2017.
 
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* Binder, John (May 13, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/texas/2017/05/13/second-round-somalis-deported-us/ Second Round of Somalis Deported from U.S.] ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 20, 2017.</ref>
 
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*May 5, 2017—ICE established a policy that would give illegal immigrants stays of removal only if the chairs the House and Senate Judiciary Committees or the relevant subcommittees requested them, as opposed to the earlier policy of issuing stays of removal whenever a private bill to legalize illegals was introduced in Congress.<ref>Dinan, Stephen (May 8, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/8/dhs-speeds-high-profile-deportations-democrats-cal/ DHS speeds high-profile deportations; Democrats call changes ‘mean-spirited’]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 2, 2017.</ref><ref name="ICEconginterf">Mason, Ian (May 8, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/08/ice-announces-crackdown-congressional-interference-deportations/ ICE Announces Crackdown on Congressional Interference with Deportations]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 8, 2017.</ref><ref>Binder, John (May 11, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/texas/2017/05/11/ice-no-deportation-halts-amnesty-proposals/ ICE: No More Deportation Halts from Amnesty Proposals]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 11, 2017.</ref> This would allow ICE to deport illegals without having members of Congress obstruct deportations.<ref name="ICEconginterf"/>
 
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*May 9, 2017—The Department of Homeland Security reported that it had implemented tougher vetting policies at U.S. border crossings.<ref>Gibson, Jake (May 9, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/09/additional-vetting-already-happening-dhs-officials-say.html 'Additional vetting' already happening, DHS officials say]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved May 9, 2017.</ref>
 
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*Early in Trump's presidency, it was clear the U.S. government was cracking down on criminal illegal immigrants and gangs.<ref>For example:
 
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* [http://www.foxnews.com/us/2017/03/30/ice-makes-84-arrests-in-three-day-operation-targeting-pacific-northwest.html ICE makes 84 arrests in three-day operation targeting Pacific Northwest]. ''Fox News''. March 30, 2017. Retrieved May 11, 2017.
 
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* Price, Bob (April 25, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/texas/2017/04/25/ice-operation-leads-arrest-95-criminal-aliens-texas/ Ice Operation Leads to Arrest of 95 Criminal Aliens in Texas]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 11, 2017.
 
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* Price, Bob (April 28, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/texas/2017/04/28/ice-arrests-76-criminal-aliens-round/ ICE Arrests 76 Criminal Aliens in Round-up]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 11, 2017.
 
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*Saavedra, Ryan (May 26, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/texas/2017/05/26/ice-cracks-sanctuary-california-arrests-nearly-200/ ICE Cracks ‘Sanctuary’ California: Arrests Nearly 200]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 26, 2017.
 
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*Price, Bob (June 9, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/texas/2017/06/09/ice-busts-70-criminal-aliens-texas-oklahoma-operation/ ICE Busts 70 Criminal Aliens in Texas, Oklahoma Operation]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 10, 2017.
 
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*Price, Bob (June 10, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/texas/2017/06/10/ice-officers-round-113-criminal-aliens-new-jersey-sweep/ ICE Officers Round Up 113 Criminal Aliens in New Jersey Sweep]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 10, 2017.
 
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*Price, Bob (June 15, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/texas/2017/06/15/ice-busts-39-ms-13-members-new-york-operation/ ICE Busts 39 MS-13 Members in New York Operation]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 15, 2017.</ref> For example, between March 26 and May 6, 2017, ICE conducted a crackdown on gangs, including [[MS-13]] and other illegal immigrant gangs, that arrested nearly 1,400 people – the largest such operation conducted up to that point.<ref>
 
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* Saavedra, Ryan (May 11, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/texas/2017/05/11/dhs-arrests-nearly-1400-suspected-gang-members/ DHS Arrests Nearly 1,400 Suspected Gang Members]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 11, 2017.
 
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* Singman, Brooke (May 11, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/11/ice-arrests-1378-suspected-gang-members-in-largest-sweep-to-date.html ICE arrests 1,378 suspected gang members in largest sweep to date]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved May 11, 2017.
 
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*Price, Bob (June 21, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/texas/2017/06/21/ice-project-new-dawn-lands-1378-criminal-aliens-jail/ ‘Project New Dawn’ Largest Gang Enforcement Surge to Date, Says ICE]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 21, 2017.</ref>
 
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*May 2017—In order to avoid misreporting and distortions by the media, ICE established a [[Spanish language|Spanish]] media presence.<ref>Price, Bob (May 16, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/texas/2017/05/16/ice-looks-avoid-media-distortions-spanish-language-website/ ICE Looks to Avoid Media Distortions with Spanish Language Website]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 16, 2017.</ref><ref>[https://www.ice.gov/news/releases/ice-expands-digital-presence-spanish-website-twitter ICE expands digital presence with Spanish website, Twitter -- News Releases]. ''U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement''. May 15, 2017. Retrieved May 16, 2017.</ref>
 
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*Despite the large drop in illegal immigrant apprehensions, the amount of illegal drugs seized by [[Customs and Border Protection]] saw large increases in the beginning of Trump's presidency.<ref>Price, Bob (May 14, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/texas/2017/05/14/border-patrol-agents-seize-massive-amounts-drugs-migrant-crossings-drop/ Border Patrol Agents Seize Massive Amounts of Drugs After Migrant Crossings Drop]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 14, 2017.</ref> In addition, the number of immigration arrests increased, with a 38% increase in Trump's [[first 100 days]].<ref>Dinan, Stephen (May 17, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/17/immigration-arrests-38-percent-under-trump/ Free of Obama restraints, immigration agents make 38% more arrests in Trump’s first 100 days]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 17, 2017.</ref><ref>Price, Bob (May 17, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/texas/2017/05/17/ice-arrests-increase-40-percent-since-trump-signed-immigration-enforcement-order/ ICE Arrests Up 40 Percent Under Trump]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 18, 2017.</ref> By May 2017, the Trump Administration also was able to reduce the number of countries "that habitually refuse to take back immigrants whom the U.S. is trying to deport" from 20 to 12.<ref>Dinan, Stephen (May 16, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/16/countries-refusing-us-deportees-cut-from-20-to-12/ Trump presses more countries take back U.S. deportees in immigration success]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 17, 2017.</ref> In one widely-reported incident on June 15, U.S. Border Patrol agents had to obtain a warrant<ref>Price, Bob (June 16, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/texas/2017/06/16/illegal-alien-support-group-forces-border-patrol-get-warrants/ Illegal Alien Support Group Forces Border Patrol to Get Warrants]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 18, 2017.</ref> and raided an Arizona desert camp to arrest four illegal immigrants.<ref>
 
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*[http://www.foxnews.com/us/2017/06/16/border-patrol-raids-arizona-desert-camp-that-helps-illegal-immigrants.html Border Patrol raids Arizona desert camp that helps illegal immigrants]. ''Fox News''. June 16, 2017. Retrieved June 18, 2017.
 
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*Frank, BrieAnna J. (June 15, 2017). [http://www.azcentral.com/story/news/politics/border-issues/2017/06/16/border-patrol-arrests-no-more-deaths-medical-aid-camp-arizona/402478001/ Border Patrol arrests 4 migrants at Arizona desert aid camp]. ''The Arizona Republic''. Retrieved June 18, 2017.
 
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*Greenwood, Max (June 16, 2017). [http://thehill.com/latino/338304-border-patrol-raids-camp-arrests-four-men Border patrol raids camp, arrests four men]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved June 18, 2017.
 
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*Price, Bob (June 16, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/texas/2017/06/16/border-patrol-agents-attacked-for-doing-their-jobs-by-media/ Border Patrol Agents Attacked for Doing Their Jobs in Media]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 18, 2017.</ref>
 
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*President Trump worked to eliminate Obama's legacy of giving privileges to illegal immigrants in detention centers.<ref>Price, Bob (April 14, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/texas/2017/04/14/trump-kelly-dismantle-obamas-progress-illegal-immigrants/ Trump and Kelly ‘Dismantle’ Obama’s ‘Progress’ for Illegal Immigrants]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 14, 2017.</ref> At the same time, the Trump Administration expanded immigration enforcement efforts, such as through building additional detention centers.<ref>[http://www.breitbart.com/texas/2017/04/15/trump-administrations-first-immigrant-detention-center-goes-texas/ Trump Administration’s First Immigrant Detention Center Goes Up in Texas]. ''Breitbart News''. April 15, 2017. Retrieved April 15, 2017.</ref> (The inspector general reported on June 7, 2017, but based on July 2016 inspections, that the facilities used by the DHS to detain illegal families were overall in good shape and met federal standards<ref>
 
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*Dinan, Stephen (June 7, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/7/dhs-audit-clears-facilities-detain-illegal-immigra/ Inspector general’s audit clears DHS facilities that detain illegal immigrant families]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 7, 2017.
 
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*Bedard, Paul (June 19, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/ice-ig-finds-nothing-wrong-at-detention-centers-rejects-complaints-from-illegals/article/2626375 ICE IG finds 'nothing' wrong at detention centers, rejects complaints from illegals]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 22, 2017.
 
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*DHS Inspector General (June 7, 2017) [https://www.oig.dhs.gov/sites/default/files/assets/2017/OIG-17-65-Jun17.pdf Results of Office of Inspector General FY 2016 Spot Inspections of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Family Detention Facilities] OIG-17-65 Retrieved June 23, 2017.</ref>)
 
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*Late May 2017—The State Department introduced new and much stricter rules for vetting all people seeking a visa to enter the U.S., with the introduction of [[social media]] vetting being among the changes.<ref>
 
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*Binder, John (June 1, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/texas/2017/06/01/trump-state-dept-approves-stricter-vetting-visa-seekers/ Trump State Dept. Approves Stricter Vetting for Visa Seekers]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 1, 2017.
 
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*Torbati, Yeganeh (June 1, 2017). [http://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-immigration-visa-idUSKBN18R3F8 Trump administration approves tougher visa vetting, including social media checks]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved June 1, 2017.
 
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*Singman, Brooke; Gibson, Jake (June 2, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/06/02/trump-administration-to-start-social-media-vetting-for-visa-applicants.html Trump administration to start social media vetting for visa applicants]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved June 2, 2017.</ref>
 
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*It was reported in June 2017 that the Trump Administration began repatriating illegal immigrants given "administrative closure" by the Obama Administration, a form of "quasi-amnesty."<ref>
 
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*Rosenberg, Mica; Levinson, Reade (June 9, 2017). [http://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-immigration-deportations-exclusiv-idUSKBN1902I4 Exclusive: Trump targets illegal immigrants who were given reprieves from deportation by Obama]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved June 11, 2017.
 
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*Munro, Neil (June 9, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/09/donald-trump-ends-hidden-administrative-closure-amnesty/ Reuters: Donald Trump Ends Hidden ‘Administrative Closure’ Quasi-Amnesty]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 11, 2017.</ref>
 
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*June 2017—The Department of Homeland Security ended a program where 21 officials cooperated with anti-deportation and pro-amnesty organizations, and reassigned those officials to the new VOICE office which helps victims of illegal immigrant crimes.<ref>Munro, Neil (June 13, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/13/dhs-shuts-anti-deportation-office/ DHS Shuts Down Anti-Deportation Office]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 13, 2017.</ref>
 
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*June 15, 2017—The DHS canceled the Deferred Action for Parents of Americans (DAPA) program created by the Obama Administration in November 2014 that would have given amnesty to about 4 million illegal immigrants but was blocked by federal courts before its full implementation.<ref>
 
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*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/06/16/trump-scraps-obama-policy-that-protected-immigrant-parents-from-deportation.html Trump scraps Obama policy that protected immigrant parents from deportation]. ''Fox News''. June 16, 2017. Retrieved June 16, 2017.
 
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*Dinan, Stephen (June 15, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/15/john-kelly-cancels-obamas-2014-amnesty-that-courts/ Homeland Security officially cancels Obama’s 2014 amnesty that courts had blocked]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 16, 2017.
 
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*Munro, Neil (June 15, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/15/dhs-john-kelly-wipes-obamas-dapa-amnesty/ DHS John Kelly Wipes Out Obama’s ‘DAPA’ Amnesty]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 16, 2017.
 
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*Giaritelli, Anna (June 15, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/dhs-rescinds-obama-era-dapa-policy-that-would-have-protected-illegal-immigrant-parents/article/2626175 DHS rescinds Obama-era DAPA policy that would have protected illegal immigrant parents]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 16, 2017.
 
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*Binder, John (June 17, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/texas/2017/06/17/immigration-patriots-thrilled-about-trump-tossing-out-dapa/ Immigration Patriots ‘Thrilled’ About Trump Tossing Out DAPA]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 18, 2017.</ref>
 
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*June 23, 2017—The DOJ threw its support behind Texas's sanctuary city ban that was challenged in court.<ref>
 
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*Price, Bob (June 23, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/texas/2017/06/22/trump-doj-fight-texas-sanctuary-ban/ Trump DOJ to Fight for Texas ‘Sanctuary’ Ban]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 23, 2017.
 
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*Racke, Will (June 20, 2017). [http://dailycaller.com/2017/06/20/trump-doj-will-back-texas-in-courtroom-defense-of-anti-sanctuary-law/ Trump DOJ Will Back Texas In Courtroom Defense Of Anti-Sanctuary Law]. ''The Daily Caller''. Retrieved June 23, 2017.
 
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*Noble, Andrea (June 23, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/23/doj-says-texas-anti-sanctuary-city-law-does-not-vi/ DOJ says Texas’ anti-sanctuary city law does not violate the Constitution]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 23, 2017.
 
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*Cohen, Kelly (June 23, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/jeff-sessions-defends-new-sanctuary-city-law-in-texas/article/2626926 Jeff Sessions defends new 'sanctuary city' law in Texas]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 23, 2017.</ref>
 
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===Education===
 
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In general, as a candidate, Donald Trump promised to transfer more education decisions to the state and local level and to eliminate the "common core".<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.forbes.com/sites/maureensullivan/2015/06/16/donald-trump-on-education-5-things-the-presidential-candidate-wants-you-to-know/#9c98137d4486|title=Donald Trump On Education: 5 Things The Presidential Candidate Wants You To Know|date=June 16, 2015|accessdate=June 15, 2017}}</ref>
 
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*April 7, 2017—A Presidential proclamation celebrated this day as "Education and Sharing Day USA" recognizing the conservative principles of Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, the Lubavitcher Rebbe, to use values-based education to drive our Nation's children toward the American Dream.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2017/04/06/president-donald-j-trump-proclaims-april-7-2017-education-and-sharing|title=President Donald J. Trump Proclaims April 7, 2017, as Education and Sharing Day, U.S.A.|accessdate=June 16, 2017}}</ref>
 
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*April 26, 2017—President Trump signed an executive order ordering Secretary of Education [[Betsy DeVos]] to review Department of Education regulations, with the intention of returning power to the states and local governments.<ref>Miller, S.A. (April 26, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/apr/26/donald-trump-pull-feds-out-k-12-education/ Trump to pull feds out of K-12 education]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved April 26, 2017.</ref><ref>Russell, Jason (April 26, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/trump-asks-betsy-devos-to-study-federal-overreach-in-education/article/2621365 Trump asks Betsy DeVos to study federal overreach in education]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved April 26, 2017.</ref>
 
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*May 22, 2017—Although Education Secretary [[Betsy DeVos]] supported [[school choice]] and stated the Administration would create a school choice plan, she stated she would not force the states to expand school choice and would let them decide their own policies – this showed the Trump Administration's respect for state sovereignty.<ref>[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/23/devos-school-choice-will-not-be-mandated-by-washington.html DeVos: 'School choice' will not be mandated by Washington]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved May 23, 2017.</ref> It was a wise decision, considering the ability of liberal and Democrats to hijack such a federal program.<ref>Berry, Susan, PhD (May 30, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/30/democrats-obsession-pc-agenda-shows-danger-federal-school-choice-program/ Democrats’ Obsession with PC Agenda Shows Danger of Federal School Choice Program]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 30, 2017.</ref>
 
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*Adam Kissel, a noted critic of the 2011 Title IX "Dear colleague letter" was hired as deputy assistant secretary for higher education programs, and the staff of the Title IX enforcement office was reduced in the 2018 budget.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.campussafetymagazine.com/article/2011_dear_colleague_letter_critic_adam_kissel_hired_by_dept._of_education#|title=2011 Dear Colleague Letter Critic Adam Kissel Hired by Dept. of Education|accessdate=June 15, 2017}}</ref>
 
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By early June 2017, the Trump Administration had taken numerous steps to undo the Obama Administration's environmental policies and regulations.<ref>Lefebvre, Ben; et al. (May 31, 2017). [http://www.politico.com/story/2017/05/31/trump-obama-climate-agenda-list-238994 All the ways Trump is shredding Obama's climate agenda]. ''Politico''. Retrieved June 1, 2017.</ref> The shift in the Trump Administration regarding energy and the environment could be illustrated with the changes made to the website of the [[Environmental Protection Agency]] a few months after President Trump took office<ref>Rodriguez, Katherine (April 29, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/04/29/epa-removes-climate-science-website-announces-changes-reflect-trump-administration/ EPA Removes Climate Science Website, Announces ‘Changes’ to Reflect Trump Administration]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 1, 2017.</ref> and the organization's dismissal of [[Global warming|global warmist]] scientific advisers from the EPA and Interior Department with the intention to replace them with individuals who better understand the effects of regulations.<ref>
 
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* Carter, Brandon (May 7, 2017). [http://thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/332321-epa-dismisses-five-scientists-from-major-review-board-report EPA dismisses five scientists from major review board: report]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved May 7, 2017.
 
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* [http://www.voanews.com/a/trump-administration-hollows-out-epa-science-integrity-board/3843323.html Trump Administration Hollows Out EPA Science Integrity Board]. ''Voice of America'' (from the ''Associated Press''). May 8, 2017. Retrieved May 10, 2017.
 
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*Delingpole, James (May 8, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/08/delingpole-and-so-it-begins-trumps-great-climate-purge/ Delingpole: And So It Begins, Trump’s Great Climate Purge…]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 8, 2017.</ref>
 
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The [[coal]] industry experienced a rebound at the beginning of Trump's presidency, after "the historic lows reached during the Obama era."<ref>
 
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*Wolfgang, Ben (June 11, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/11/coal-rebound-under-donald-trump-unlikely-to-last/ Coal sector reignites under Trump but is projected to burn out in the long run]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 11, 2017.
 
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*Henry, Devin (June 12, 2017). [http://thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/337420-trump-touts-amazing-results-in-the-mining-industry Trump touts 'amazing results' in mining industry]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved June 12, 2017.
 
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*Rodriguez, Katherine (June 13, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/economics/2017/06/13/u-s-mining-industry-sees-resurgence-citing-first-profitable-quarter-two-years/ U.S. Mining Industry Sees a Resurgence, Citing First Profitable Quarter in Two Years]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 14, 2017.</ref> Although the rebound could also be seen in India and China, it was more dramatic in the United States.<ref>Both sources are Associated Press articles, but listed in two conservative media sites:
 
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*[http://www.foxbusiness.com/markets/2017/06/26/us-coal-mining-surges-in-2017-following-last-years-record-decline.html US coal mining surges in 2017 following last year's record decline]. ''Fox Business''. June 26, 2017. Retrieved June 26, 2017.
 
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*Brown, Matthew; Daigle, Katy (June 26, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/26/coal-rise-china-us-and-india-after-major-2016-drop/ Coal on the rise in China, U.S. and India after major 2016 drop]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 27, 2017.</ref>
 
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Despite President Trump's achievements, he was strongly opposed by the [[deep state]].<ref>Siciliano, John (June 25, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/trumps-agenda-faces-climate-deep-state/article/2626904 Trump's agenda faces climate deep state]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 25, 2017.</ref><ref>Virgil (March 10, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/03/10/virgil-environmental-protection-agency-next-stop-guided-tour-deep-states-covert-resistance-trump/ VIRGIL: The Environmental Protection Agency — Next Stop on a Guided Tour of the Deep State’s Covert Resistance to Trump]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 25, 2017.</ref>
 
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* February 14, 2017—Trump signed H.J.Res.41 - Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of a rule submitted by the Securities and Exchange Commission relating to "Disclosure of Payments by Resource Extraction Issuers" (see "Size of Government" section below).<ref name="H.J.Res.41"/>
 
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*January 24, 2017—Trump signed two orders reviving consideration for the [[Keystone XL]] and [[Dakota Access Pipeline|Dakota Access]] pipeline projects, which Obama halted due to supposed environmental concerns.<ref>[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/01/24/trump-to-sign-orders-reviving-pipeline-projects-sources-say.html Trump signs orders reviving pipeline projects]. ''Fox News''. January 24, 2017. Retrieved January 24, 2017.</ref> On March 24, 2017, the Trump Administration approved the Keystone XL Pipeline.<ref>[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/03/24/trump-administration-approves-keystone-xl-pipeline.html Trump administration approves Keystone XL pipeline]. ''Fox News'' (from the ''Associated Press''). March 24, 2017. Retrieved March 24, 2017.</ref> The Dakota Access Pipeline went into service by June 1, 2017.<ref>Cama, Timothy (June 1, 2017). [http://thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/335898-dakota-access-pipeline-now-in-service Dakota Access pipeline now in service]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved June 9, 2017.</ref>
 
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*January 24, 2017—In addition to the above, Trump signed three other orders, one requiring the [[United States Secretary of Commerce]] make a plan within six months mandating all new or improved pipelines be made with American steel, another order requiring every federal agency to streamline manufacturing regulations, and the third allowing fast-track approval for important infrastructure projects.<ref>Korte, Gregory (January 24, 2017). [http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2017/01/24/trump-signs-five-more-orders-pipelines-steel-and-environment/96988428/ Trump signs five more orders on pipelines, steel and environment]. ''USA Today''. Retrieved January 24, 2017.</ref>
 
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*March 18, 2017—The Trump Administration forced the [[Group of Twenty|G-20]] to remove any mention of [[climate change]] from its joint statement.<ref name="TeleMar2017"/><ref name="IndepMar2017"/> (See "Foreign policy" section below)
 
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*March 28, 2017—President Trump signed a major executive order repealing several Obama-era environmental regulations unfavorable to coal. In addition to this, the order started an immediate review of Obama's Clean Power Plan, help create American energy jobs, bring American [[Energy Independence|energy independence]] by stimulating domestic energy production, and giving authority back to the states.<ref name="SpieringMarch2017">Spiering, Charlie (March 28, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/03/28/the-war-on-coal-is-over-donald-trump-signs-energy-executive-order/ ‘The War on Coal Is Over’: Donald Trump Signs Energy Executive Order]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved March 28, 2017.</ref><ref name="RollingBackEnergy">[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/03/28/trump-signs-executive-order-rolling-back-obama-era-energy-regs.html Trump signs executive order rolling back Obama-era energy regs]. ''Fox News''. March 28, 2017. Retrieved March 28, 2017.</ref>
 
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*April 28, 2017—President Trump signed an executive order repealing a ban on offshore drilling signed by President Obama and directing the Interior Secretary to review U.S. drilling policy and regulations.<ref>Wolfgang, Ben (April 28, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/apr/28/donald-trump-signs-order-expand-offshore-drilling/ Trump tosses Obama’s offshore drilling limits: ‘We’re opening it up’]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved April 28, 2017.</ref><ref>[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/04/28/trump-signs-executive-order-aimed-at-expanding-drilling-in-arctic-atlantic-oceans.html Trump signs executive order aimed at expanding drilling in Arctic, Atlantic oceans]. ''Fox News''. April 28, 2017. Retrieved April 28, 2017.</ref> Interior Secretary [[Ryan Zinke]] began the process of expanding offshore drilling on May 1.<ref>Cama, Timothy (May 1, 2017). [http://thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/331449-interior-secretary-starts-process-for-offshore-drilling-expansion Interior secretary starts process for offshore drilling expansion plan]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved June 7, 2017.</ref>
 
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*May 2017—The Trump Administration signed agreements as a member of the Arctic Council,<ref>Starr, Penny (May 12, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/05/12/tillerson-signs-docs-with-climate-change-statement-insisting-u-s-still-reviewing-policy/ Tillerson Signs Docs with Climate Change Statement, Insisting U.S. ‘Still Reviewing’ Policy]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 24, 2017.</ref> and it was later revealed that it successfully weakened the language regarding climate change and environmental policy.<ref>
 
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*Shankman, Sabrina (May 19, 2017). [https://insideclimatenews.org/news/18052017/arctic-council-climate-change-rex-tillerson-donald-trump Leaked Draft Shows How U.S. Weakened Climate Change Wording in the Arctic Declaration]. ''InsideClimate News''. Retrieved May 24, 2017.
 
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*Johnston, Ian (May 19, 2017). [http://www.independent.co.uk/environment/donald-trump-administration-arctic-council-melting-sea-ice-remove-climate-change-international-a7745316.html How Trump administration removed climate change references from international Arctic Council declaration]. ''The Independent''. Retrieved May 24, 2017.</ref>
 
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*May 31, 2017—Interior Secretary [[Ryan Zinke]] signed an order to open up more land in the National Petroleum Reserve [[Alaska]] to energy production.<ref>
 
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*Starr, Penny (June 1, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/01/zinke-signs-expansive-oil-and-gas-energy-order-alaska-is-open-for-business/ Zinke Signs Expansive Oil and Gas Energy Order: Alaska Is ‘Open for Business’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 1, 2017.
 
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*Harball, Elizabeth (May 31, 2017). [http://www.alaskapublic.org/2017/05/31/interior-secretary-signs-order-aiming-to-open-more-of-the-north-slope-to-oil-leasing/ Interior Secretary signs order aiming to open more of the North Slope to oil leasing]. ''Alaska Public Media''. Retrieved June 1, 2017.</ref>
 
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*June 1, 2017—To the dismay of world leaders,<ref>
 
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*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/06/01/paris-agreement-on-climate-change-world-reaction-to-us-pullout.html Paris agreement on climate change: World reaction to US pullout]. ''Fox News''. June 1, 2017. Retrieved June 1, 2017.
 
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*Wolfgang, Ben (June 1, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/1/angela-merkel-emmanuel-macron-exit-paris-climate-d/ European leaders say Trump’s exit from Paris climate deal is ‘irreversible’]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 2, 2017.
 
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*Henry, Devin (June 3, 2017). [http://thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/336176-globe-heaps-scorn-on-trump-for-paris-exit Globe heaps scorn on Trump for Paris exit]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved June 3, 2017.
 
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</ref> the media,<ref>
 
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*Kurtz, Howard (June 2, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/06/02/getting-hot-in-here-why-media-hate-trumps-climate-deal-exit.html Getting hot in here: Why the media hate Trump's climate deal exit]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved June 2, 2017.
 
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*Adams, Becket (June 1, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/media-drop-all-pretense-of-objectivity-to-bemoan-us-withdrawal-from-paris-agreement/article/2624726 Media drop all pretense of objectivity to bemoan US withdrawal from Paris Agreement]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 5, 2017.
 
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*Kurtz, Howard (June 5, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/06/05/climate-coverage-opposing-not-just-trumps-policies-but-presidents-persona.html Climate coverage: Opposing not just Trump's policies but the president's persona]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved June 5, 2017.</ref> and other liberals,<ref>
 
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*Griswold, Alex (June 1, 2017). [http://freebeacon.com/politics/traitorous-act-war-liberals-angrily-react-trump-pulling-paris-agreement/ ‘Traitorous Act of War’: Liberals Angrily React to Trump Pulling Out of Paris Agreement]. ''The Washington Free Beacon''. Retrieved June 1, 2017.
 
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*Singman, Brooke (June 1, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/06/01/paris-agreement-on-climate-change-washington-reacts-to-us-pullout.html Paris Agreement on climate change: Washington reacts to US pullout]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved June 1, 2017.
 
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*Mason, Ian (June 1, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/01/meltdown-left-goes-apocalyptic-over-trump-paris-decision-aclu-calls-it-assault-on-communities-of-color/ Meltdown: Left Goes Apocalyptic over Trump Paris Decision, ACLU Calls It ‘Assault on Communities of Color’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 2, 2017.
 
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*Shaw, Adam (June 2, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/02/liberal-cities-react-trumps-paris-decision-green-lights/ Liberal Cities React to Trump’s Paris Decision by Shining Green Lights on Buildings]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 2, 2017.
 
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*Pandolfo, Chris (June 1, 2017). [https://www.conservativereview.com/articles/liberals-are-losing-their-minds-over-trumps-climate-decision Liberals are losing their minds over Trump’s climate decision]. ''Conservative Review''. Retrieved June 2, 2017.</ref> and in a major blow to Obama's legacy,<ref>Wolfgang, Ben (June 1, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/1/donald-trump-withdraws-us-from-paris-climate-accor/ Trump eviscerates Obama’s Paris legacy]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 1, 2017.</ref> President Trump announced the U.S. would withdraw from the [[Paris climate agreement]] and immediately stop its implementation,<ref name="ParisFox6/1/17">Chakraborty, Barnini (June 1, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/06/01/trump-u-s-to-withdraw-from-paris-climate-pact-calls-it-unfair-for-america.html Paris Agreement on climate change: US withdraws as Trump calls it 'unfair']. ''Fox News''. Retrieved June 1, 2017.</ref><ref name="MoonsParis6/1/17">Moons, Michelle (June 1, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/01/trump-u-s-will-withdraw-from-paris-climate-accord/ Trump: U.S. Will Withdraw from Paris Climate Accord]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 1, 2017.</ref><ref>Easley, Jonathan (June 2, 2017). [http://thehill.com/homenews/administration/336014-trump-cements-america-first-doctrine-with-paris-withdrawal Trump cements 'America First' doctrine with Paris withdrawal]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved June 2, 2017.</ref> including by ending payments to the U.N. Green Climate Fund.<ref>Volcovici, Valerie; Mason, Jeff (June 1, 2017). [http://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-climatechange-trump-idUSKBN18R1J4 Trump abandons global climate pact; allies voice dismay]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved June 1, 2017.</ref> In his announcement speech, Trump made clear that "I was elected to represent the citizens of Pittsburgh, not Paris," and that "our withdrawal from the agreement represents a reassertion of America’s sovereignty."<ref name="MoonsParis6/1/17"/><ref>Mason, Ian (June 1, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/01/trump-time-to-put-ohio-michigan-and-pennsylvania-before-paris/ Trump: Time to Put Ohio, Michigan, and Pennsylvania Before Paris]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 2, 2017.</ref><ref>Despite mockery from liberals due to the fact that the mayor of the city of Pittsburgh supported the Paris accord, Trump won the Pittsburgh metro area:
 
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*Lee, Tony (June 4, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/04/trump-won-pittsburgh-metropolitan-area-paris-accord/ CityLab Analysis: Trump Actually Won Pittsburgh Metropolitan Area]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 5, 2017.</ref> (even with U.S. withdrawal, it was still well on its way to deeply reducing admissions<ref>Wolfgang, Ben (June 21, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/21/paris-climate-goals-attainable-without-us-governme/ Who needs Paris? U.S. is well on its way to lower emissions with economic, technological changes]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 22, 2017.</ref>)
 
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*June 12, 2017—The Trump Administration formally rejected a [[G7]] pledge to adhere to the Paris climate agreement.<ref>
 
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*Wolfgang, Ben (June 12, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/12/us-formally-rejects-paris-climate-treaty-g-7-envir/ U.S. formally rejects Paris climate treaty at G-7 environmental meeting]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 12, 2017.
 
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*Santalucia, Paolo; Winfield, Nicole (June 12, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/06/12/us-opts-out-g7-pledge-committing-to-paris-climate-accord.html US opts out of G7 pledge committing to Paris climate accord]. ''Fox News'' (from the ''Associated Press''). Retrieved June 12, 2017.
 
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*Henry, Devin (June 12, 2017). [http://thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/337389-us-does-not-sign-international-climate-change-pledge Trump administration abstains from G7 climate change pledge]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved June 12, 2017.</ref>
 
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*June 12, 2017—The Trump Administration rejected, on the grounds of being unnecessary and with costs greater than any benefits, a proposed regulation to put a limit on the number of certain endangered marine aminals allowed to be killed on injured in fishing nets.<ref>Siciliano, John (June 12, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/trump-cancels-whale-and-sea-turtle-protections/article/2625765 Trump cancels whale and sea turtle protections]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 14, 2017.</ref><ref>Weikel, Dan (June 12, 2017). [http://www.latimes.com/local/lanow/la-me-ln-trump-marine-mammals-20170612-story.html Trump administration cancels proposed limits on marine mammals and sea turtles trapped in fishing nets]. ''Los Angeles Times''. Retrieved June 14, 2017.</ref>
 
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*June 15, 2017—The Department of Energy closed its Office of International Climate and Technology in order to improve its organizational structure.<ref>
 
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*Siciliano, John (June 15, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/rick-perry-pulls-the-plug-on-international-clean-energy-office/article/2626161 Rick Perry pulls the plug on international clean energy office]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 16, 2017.
 
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*White, Chris (June 15, 2015). [http://dailycaller.com/2017/06/15/doe-eliminates-unnecessary-office-promoting-international-clean-energy-policies/ DOE Eliminates ‘Unnecessary’ Office Promoting International Clean Energy Policies]. ''The Daily Caller''. Retrieved June 16, 2017.
 
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*Henry, Devin (June 15, 2017). [http://thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/338027-energy-department-closes-international-clean-energy-office Energy Department aims to close international clean energy office]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved June 16, 2017.</ref>
 
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By June 2017, the economy was clearly improving and growing,<ref>
 
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*Carney, John (June 19, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/economics/2017/06/19/optimistic-pessimistic-americans-agree-economy-trumps-policies-now/ Let The Good Times MAGA: Economic Optimism Surges To Record High As Trump Gets Credit For The Economy]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 20, 2017.
 
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*Elis, Niv (June 11, 2017). [http://thehill.com/policy/finance/337203-economy-emerges-as-bright-spot-for-trump Economy emerges as bright spot for Trump]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved June 20, 2017.
 
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*Puzder, Andy (June 14, 2017). [http://thehill.com/blogs/pundits-blog/economy-budget/337644-opinion-no-denying-trumps-tremendous-effect-on-the-economy OPINION: You can't deny Trump's tremendous effect on the economy]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved June 20, 2017.</ref> and Americans' confidence in the economy rose.<ref>
 
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*Carney, John (June 27, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/economics/2017/06/27/boom-consumer-confidence-rises/ BOOM: Consumer Confidence Rises Again!] ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 27, 2017.
 
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*Summerwille, Abigail (June 27, 2017). [http://www.cnbc.com/2017/06/27/june-us-consumer-confidence.html Consumer confidence hits 118.9 in June, versus 116 estimate]. ''CNBC''. Retrieved June 27, 2017.
 
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*Bartash, Jeffry (June 27, 2017). [http://www.marketwatch.com/story/consumer-confidence-stays-strong-in-june-2017-06-27 Consumer confidence gets stronger in June]. ''MarketWatch''. Retrieved June 27, 2017.
 
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*Soergel, Andrew (June 19, 2017). [https://www.usnews.com/news/articles/2017-06-19/survey-americans-confident-about-economy-not-trump-so-much Americans Confident About Economy, Not So Much Trump]. ''U.S. News & World Report''. Retrieved June 20, 2017.</ref>
 
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*February 3, 2017—President Trump signed an order directing Treasury Secretary [[Steven Mnuchin]], upon his confirmation, to plan changes to the [[Dodd-Frank]] bank regulatory law in order to cut much of it.<ref>[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/02/03/trump-begins-rollback-dodd-frank-financial-regulations.html Trump begins rollback of Dodd-Frank financial regulations]. ''Fox News''. February 3, 2017. Retrieved February 3, 2017.</ref><ref>[https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2017-02-08/pdf/2017-02762.pdf Executive Order 13772 of February 3, 2017 -- Core Principles for Regulating the United States Financial System]. ''Federal Register''. February 8, 2017. Retrieved May 7, 2017.</ref>
 
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*April 21, 2017—President Trump signed one executive order and two memorandums. The order directed the Treasury Secretary Mnuchin to look at the U.S. tax code and recommend the removal of unnecessary regulations and the two memorandums directing the Treasury Secretary to conduct a review of portions of the Dodd-Frank law.<ref>
 
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* Boyer, Dave (April 21, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/apr/21/trump-sign-executive-actions-could-ease-dodd-frank/ Trump signs executive actions to ease Dodd-Frank regulations, promises tax reform]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved April 21, 2017.
 
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* Heinlein, Peter (April 21, 2017). [https://www.voanews.com/a/trump-orders-review-of-financial-system-regulations/3821105.html Trump Orders Wide Review of Financial System Regulations]. ''Voice of America''. Retrieved April 21, 2017.</ref>
 
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*June 15, 2017—President Trump signed executive orders to loosen federal regulations on job-training programs and to encourage apprenticeships and vocational learning.<ref>
 
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*Miller, S.A. (June 15, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/15/donald-trump-launches-apprenticeship-program/ Trump launches apprenticeship program, promises ‘great,’ ‘high-paying’ jobs]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved June 15, 2017.
 
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*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/06/15/trump-orders-more-cash-industry-input-for-apprenticeships.html Trump orders more cash, industry input, for apprenticeships]. ''Fox News'' (from the ''Associated Press''). Retrieved June 15, 2017.</ref>
 
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*June 16, 2017—The Justice Department under Jeff Sessions officially changed its position on the Supreme Court case ''NLRB v. Murphy Oil'' – it is not common for the Justice Department to change its position in court cases.<ref>Manchester, Julia (June 17, 2017). [http://thehill.com/homenews/administration/338274-justice-department-flips-from-obama-stance-to-oppose-nlrb-in-supreme Justice Dept. flips position in Supreme Court case]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved June 18, 2017.</ref>
 
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*January 23, 2017—Trump signed an order which withdrew the United States from the globalist [[Trans-Pacific Partnership]].<ref>Chakraborty, Barnini (January 23, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/01/23/trump-signs-executive-order-withdrawing-us-from-tpp-trade-deal.html Trump signs executive order withdrawing US from TPP trade deal]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved January 23, 2017.</ref>
 
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*March 18, 2017—The Trump Administration forced the [[Group of Twenty|G-20]] to remove its opposition to [[protectionism]] and its support for [[free trade]] from its joint statement.<ref name="WaExMar2017"/><ref name="FoxBMar2017"/> (See "Foreign policy" section below)
 
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*March 31, 2017—President Trump signed two orders. The first order instituted a crackdown on violations of anti-[[dumping]] laws and help to officials to collect penalties already owed to the U.S. The second order ordered a report by the [[United States Department of Commerce|Department of Commerce]] and the U.S. Trade Representative on the causes of the U.S. trade deficit due within 90 days.<ref>[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/03/31/trump-signs-executive-orders-to-crack-down-on-trade-abuses-increase-enforcement.html Trump signs executive orders to crack down on trade abuses, increase enforcement]. ''Fox News''. March 31, 2017. Retrieved March 31, 2017.</ref><ref>Korte, Gregory (March 31, 2017). [http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2017/03/31/trump-executive-orders-target-trade-cheaters/99881390/ Trump executive orders will target trade 'cheaters']. ''USA Today''. Retrieved March 31, 2017.</ref>
 
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*April 20, 2017—President Trump signed a memorandum directing the [[United States Department of Commerce|Department of Commerce]] to investigate whether steel imports pose a threat to U.S. national security.<ref>Alexander, Harriet (April 20, 2017). [http://www.telegraph.co.uk/business/2017/04/20/donald-trump-praises-historic-day-american-steel-launches-investigation/ Donald Trump praises 'historic day for American steel' as he launches investigation into imports]. ''The Telegraph''. Retrieved April 20, 2017.</ref><ref>Westwood, Sarah (April 20, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/trump-administration-opens-sweeping-trade-investigation/article/2620767 Trump administration opens sweeping trade investigation]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved April 21, 2017.</ref>
 
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*April 25, 2017—After [[Canada]] changed its milk pricing policy, putting U.S. farmers at a severe disadvantage,<ref>Tobin, Michael (April 26, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/us/2017/04/26/nafta-wisconsin-dairy-farmers-uncertain-fate-escalates-us-canada-trade-war.html NAFTA: Wisconsin dairy farmers' uncertain fate escalates US-Canada trade war]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved April 27, 2017.</ref> the Trump Administration imposed tariffs at rates up to 24% on Canadian lumber imports.<ref>Epstein, Jennifer; Light, Joe (April 25, 2017). [http://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/donald-trump-canada-trade-dispute-timber-milk-war-huge-import-tariff-lumber-a7701186.html Donald Trump intensifies Canadian trade dispute by placing huge import tariff on lumber]. ''The Independent''. Retrieved April 25, 2017.</ref>
 
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*April 27, 2017—President Trump signed a memorandum opening a Department of Commerce investigation into whether the high level of aluminum imports constitutes a threat to U.S. national security.<ref>Moons, Michelle (April 27, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/04/27/ttrump-orders-investigation-into-national-security-threat-of-world-aluminum-excess/ Trump Orders Investigation into National Security Threat of World Aluminum Excess]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 27, 2017.</ref>
 
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*April 29, 2017—President Trump signed two executive orders, one ordering the U.S. to review all of its free trade agreements including NAFTA, and the other establishing a White House trade policy office.<ref>Korte, Gregory (April 29, 2017). [https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2017/04/29/100-days-trump-order-review-free-trade-agreements-commerce/101066150/ On his 100th day in office, Trump orders review of free trade agreements]. ''USA Today''. Retrieved April 30, 2017.</ref><ref>Greenwood, Max (April 29, 2017). [http://thehill.com/homenews/administration/331247-trump-signs-order-calling-for-review-of-trade-deals Trump signs order calling for review of trade deals]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved April 30, 2017.</ref>
 
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*May 11, 2017—President Trump approved a trade deal with China which would increase American exports.<ref>
 
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*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/12/trump-administration-praises-deal-expanding-trade-with-china.html Trump administration praises deal expanding trade with China]. ''Fox News''. May 12, 2017. Retrieved May 12, 2017.
 
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*Moons, Michelle (May 12, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/12/commerce-secretary-wilbur-ross-10-u-s-china-trade-agreements-herculean-accomplishment/ Commerce Sec Wilbur Ross: 10 U.S.-China Trade Agreements ’Herculean Accomplishment’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 12, 2017.</ref>
 
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*May 18, 2017—President Trump began the process of renegotiating [[NAFTA]].<ref>Dinan, Stephen (May 18, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/18/trump-begins-nafta-renegotiation/ Trump begins NAFTA renegotiation]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 18, 2017.</ref>
 
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*June 12, 2017—The U.S. and China made an agreement that would allow American beef products to be exported to China.<ref>
 
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*Needham, Vicki (June 12, 2017). [http://thehill.com/policy/finance/337522-us-china-strike-deal-on-beef-exports US, China strike deal on beef exports]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved June 12, 2017.
 
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*Jalonick, Mary Claire (June 12, 2017). [http://www.foxbusiness.com/markets/2017/06/12/china-step-closer-to-resuming-us-beef-imports.html China a step closer to resuming US beef imports]. ''Fox Business'' (from the ''Associated Press''). Retrieved June 12, 2017.</ref>
 
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[[File:Donald Trump Syrian Military Strike April 2017.jpg|thumb|200px|President Trump being briefed on April 6, 2017 concerning a military strike on Syria.]]
 
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President Trump was observed early in his presidency to have adopted a strong foreign policy<ref>Collinson, Stephen (April 14, 2017). [http://www.cnn.com/2017/04/14/politics/donald-trump-military-afghanistan/index.html Trump carves out tough commander-in-chief posture]. ''CNN''. Retrieved April 14, 2017.</ref> and was described as having made a "consequential impact" on foreign policy early on.<ref>Taylor, Guy; Boylan, Dan (April 27, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/apr/27/donald-trumps-foreign-policy-makes-impact/ Trump’s unconventional foreign policy makes consequential impact in first 100 days]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved April 28, 2017.</ref> This was as opposed to Barack Obama's foreign policy.<ref>Llorente, Elizabeth (April 14, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/04/14/ex-obama-officials-say-hesitation-to-use-force-in-syria-elsewhere-emboldened-adversaries.html Ex-Obama officials say hesitation to use force in Syria, elsewhere, emboldened adversaries]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved April 14, 2017.</ref> As the North Korean vice-foreign minister stated, Trump's foreign policy was "more vicious and more aggressive" than that of Barack Obama.<ref>Talmadge, Eric (April 14, 2017). [https://www.yahoo.com/news/n-korean-official-us-more-vicious-aggressive-under-051124540.html N. Korean official: Ready for war if Trump wants it]. ''Yahoo News'' (from the ''Associated Press''). Retrieved April 14, 2017.</ref> [[Fox News]] reported that the Trump Administration has adopted a more critical stance toward the [[United Nations]] than the Obama Administration.<ref>Shaw, Adam (April 10, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/04/10/un-tensions-with-trump-administration-mount-as-both-sides-dig-in.html UN tensions with Trump administration mount as both sides dig in]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved April 10, 2017.</ref> According to Vice President [[Mike Pence]], President Trump implemented his [[America First]] philosophy into his foreign policy.<ref>Starr, Penny (June 22, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/22/mike-pence-president-trump-is-restoring-u-s-leadership-in-the-free-world-by-putting-america-first/ Mike Pence: President Trump is Restoring U.S. Leadership in the Free World by ‘Putting America First’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 23, 2017.</ref>
 
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By May 2017, Trump had "hit most, if not all, of the notes he wanted to on a broad range of issues" and was more ambitious than Obama had been at the same point in his presidency.<ref name="FulfilAmbitious">Boyer, Dave (May 25, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/25/donald-trump-meets-goals-of-foreign-trip/ Trump fulfills ambitious agenda on first trip abroad, eclipsing Obama’s record during first year]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 25, 2017.</ref>
 
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*March and April, 2017—President Trump and the U.S. Senate approved [[Montenegro]]'s accession into [[NATO]], over [[Russia]]'s objections.<ref>Boyer, Dave (April 11, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/apr/11/trump-certifies-addition-montenegro-nato/ Trump certifies addition of Montenegro in NATO over Russian opposition]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved April 21, 2017.</ref><ref>[http://www.breitbart.com/news/us-senate-approves-montenegro-as-newest-nato-member/ US Senate approves Montenegro as newest NATO member]. ''Breitbart News''. March 28, 2017. Retrieved May 25, 2017.</ref> (Montenegro officially joined NATO on June 5, 2017<ref>
 
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*Milic, Predrag (June 5, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/06/05/defying-russia-montenegro-finally-joins-nato.html Defying Russia, Montenegro finally joins NATO]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved June 7, 2017.
 
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*Jozwiak, Rikard (June 7, 2017). [https://www.rferl.org/a/nato-welcomes-montenegro-russia-criticizes/28533739.html NATO Welcomes Newest Member Montenegro]. ''Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty''. Retrieved June 7, 2017.</ref>)
 
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*February 3, 2017—After [[Iran]] tested a ballistic missile in apparent violation of a UN Security Council resolution, the Trump Administration instituted unilateral economic sanctions against 13 Iranian individuals and 12 companies.<ref>Torbati, Yeganeh (February 3, 2017). [http://www.reuters.com/article/us-iran-usa-idUSKBN15H253 Trump administration tightens Iran sanctions, Tehran hits back]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved January 3, 2017.</ref><ref>Boyer, Dave; Taylor, Guy (February 3, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/feb/3/donald-trump-slaps-sanctions-iran-missile-test/ Trump slaps sanctions on Iran over missile test]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved February 3, 2017.</ref> Later, on May 17, 2017, the Trump Administration imposed additional sanctions on an Iranian national, an Iranian company, a Chinese national, and three Chinese companies (because of Chinese dealings related to Iran's nuclear program).<ref>Muñoz, Carlo (May 17, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/17/trump-admin-rolls-out-new-sanctions-against-iran/ Trump admin. rolls out new sanctions against Iran]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 17, 2017.</ref>
 
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*March 2017—After the UN Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia authored a destructive and [[anti-Semitic]]<ref>Tobin, Jonathan S. (March 17, 2017). [http://www.nationalreview.com/article/445879/un-report-israel-apartheid-accusation-outrageous-anti-semitic More than Just Another Anti-Israel U.N. Farce]. ''National Review''. Retrieved March 18, 2017.</ref><ref>Russell, George (March 17, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/03/17/beyond-apartheid-u-n-commission-pushes-legal-and-propaganda-offensive-against-israel.html Beyond 'apartheid'--U.N. commission pushes legal and propaganda offensive against Israel]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved March 18, 2017.</ref> report against [[Israel]], the report and agency were strongly criticized by the United States and UN Ambassador [[Nikki Haley]], and the executive director of the commission resigned in response.<ref>Shaw, Adam (March 17, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/03/17/un-official-resigns-over-nixed-anti-israel-report-after-pressure-from-haley.html UN official resigns over nixed anti-Israel report after pressure from Haley]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved March 18, 2017.</ref><ref>[http://www.breitbart.com/jerusalem/2017/03/17/un-official-quitting-israel-apartheid-report/ UN Official Quitting Over ‘Israel Apartheid’ Report]. ''Breitbart News''. March 17, 2017. Retrieved March 18, 2017.</ref>
 
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*On March 18, 2017, the Trump Administration successfully forced the [[Group of Twenty|G-20]] to remove its opposition to [[protectionism]] and temper its support for [[free trade]],<ref name="WaExMar2017">Scarry, Eddie (March 18, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/trump-administration-rebuffs-free-trade-appeals-at-g-20-meeting/article/2617793 Trump administration rebuffs free trade appeals at G-20 meeting]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved March 18, 2017.</ref><ref name="FoxBMar2017">Koranyi, Balazs; Heller, Gernot (March 18, 2017). [http://www.foxbusiness.com/politics/2017/03/18/g20-financial-leaders-acquiesce-to-u-s-drop-free-trade-pledge.html G20 Financial Leaders Acquiesce to U.S., Drop Free Trade Pledge]. ''Fox Business''. Retrieved March 18, 2017.</ref> and any mention of [[climate change]]<ref name="TeleMar2017">McGoogan, Cara; Sherlock, Ruth (March 18, 2017). [http://www.telegraph.co.uk/business/2017/03/18/g20-leaders-roll-back-commitment-free-trade-climate-change-following/ G20 leaders roll back commitment to free trade and climate change following US pressure]. ''The Telegraph''. Retrieved March 18, 2017.</ref><ref name="IndepMar2017">Sharman, Jon (March 18, 2017). [http://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/politics/g20-finance-ministers-statement-climate-change-fair-trade-trump-a7636956.html US 'forces G20 to drop any mention of climate change' in joint statement]. ''The Independent''. Retrieved March 18, 2017.</ref> from its joint statement. Later, in April 2017, the Trump Administration refused to sign the G7 joint statement because the other nations could not agree to include support for nuclear and fossil fuels without support for the Paris climate agreement. The G7, thus, went without a joint statement.<ref>[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/04/12/report-trump-administration-officials-clashed-with-g7-ministers-over-climate-policy.html Report: Trump administration officials clashed with G7 ministers over climate policy]. ''Fox News''. April 12, 2017. Retrieved April 12, 2017.</ref><ref>Bastasch, Michael (April 11, 2017). [http://dailycaller.com/2017/04/11/trump-refuses-to-sign-g7-statement-endorsing-paris-climate-agreement/ Trump Refuses To Sign G7 Statement Endorsing Paris Climate Agreement]. ''The Daily Caller''. Retrieved April 12, 2017.</ref>
 
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*April 6, 2017—After the [[Syria]]n government used chemical weapons on its people, President Trump ordered a one-time airstrike against a Syrian air base, firing 60 cruise missiles at it.<ref>
 
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* Griffin, Jennifer; Tomlinson, Lucas (April 7, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/04/07/us-missiles-target-syria-airfield-in-response-to-chemical-weapons-attack.html US missiles target Syria airfield in response to chemical weapons attack]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved April 7, 2017.
 
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* [https://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2017/04/06/statement-president-trump-syria Statement by President Trump on Syria]. ''whitehouse.gov''. April 6, 2017. Retrieved April 10, 2017.</ref> The U.S. destroyed about 20 Syrian jet planes and caused extremely heavy damage on the base.<ref>
 
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* [http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/04/07/about-20-syrian-jets-destroyed-in-airstrike-defense-officials-say.html About 20 Syrian jets destroyed in missile strike, defense officials say]. ''Fox News''. April 7, 2017. Retrieved April 7, 2017.
 
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* [http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/04/07/syria-missile-attack-satellite-photos-show-major-damage-to-airfields.html Syria missile attack: Satellite photos show major damage to airfields]. ''Fox News''. April 7, 2017. Retrieved April 7, 2017.
 
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* [http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/04/06/initial-reports-indicate-syrian-airbase-almost-completely-destroyed-after-us-strike.html Initial reports indicate Syrian airbase 'almost completely destroyed' after US strike]. ''Fox News''. April 6, 2017. Retrieved April 7, 2017.<br>
 
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However, reports claimed the base was still operational afterward:
 
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* Muñoz, Carlo (April 10, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/apr/10/pentagon-defends-limited-scope-syrian-attack/ Pentagon defends limited scope of Syrian attack]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved April 10, 2017.
 
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* Ensor, Josie (April 8, 2017). [http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2017/04/08/syrian-warplanes-take-air-base-bombed-us-tomahawks/ Syrian warplanes take off once again from air base bombed by US Tomahawks]. ''The Telegraph''. Retrieved April 9, 2017.
 
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* Dooley, Erin (April 8, 2017). [http://abcnews.go.com/Politics/trump-defends-decision-hit-runway-syrian-airbase/story?id=46677805 Trump defends decision not to hit runway on Syrian air base]. ''ABC News''. Retrieved April 9, 2017.</ref> Defense Secretary [[James Mattis]] stated the attacks destroyed 20% of Syria's operational aircraft.<ref>
 
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* Moore, Mark (April 10, 2017). [http://nypost.com/2017/04/10/mattis-says-us-strike-destroyed-large-number-of-syrian-military-aircraft/ Mattis says US strike destroyed large number of Syrian military aircraft]. ''New York Post''. Retrieved April 10, 2017.
 
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* Lehman, Charles Fain (April 10, 2017). [http://freebeacon.com/national-security/mattis-20-percent-syrias-aircraft-damaged-destroyed-u-s-strikes/ Mattis: 20 Percent Of Syria’s Operational Aircraft Damaged or Destroyed in U.S. Strikes]. ''The Washington Free Beacon''. Retrieved April 10, 2017.</ref> As even the ''New York Times'' reported, Trump's action was a show of U.S. strength, and it was in stark contrast to Obama, as Trump used surprise and speed in the attacks.<ref>Gordon, Michael R.; Cooper, Helene; Shear, Michael D. (April 6, 2017). [https://www.nytimes.com/2017/04/06/world/middleeast/us-said-to-weigh-military-responses-to-syrian-chemical-attack.html?hp&action=click&pgtype=Homepage&clickSource=story-heading&module=a-lede-package-region&region=top-news&WT.nav=top-news Dozens of U.S. Missiles Hit Air Base in Syria]. ''The New York Times''. Retrieved April 7, 2017.</ref> World leaders supported the strong action.<ref>
 
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* Williams, Thomas D., Ph.D. (April 7, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/04/07/world-leaders-praise-u-s-strike-on-syria-proportionate-appropriate/ World Leaders Praise U.S. Strike on Syria, ‘Proportionate, Appropriate’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 7, 2017.
 
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* [http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/04/07/syria-airstrikes-international-community-reacts-to-us-bombing-airfield.html Syria strikes: International community reacts to US bombing of airfield]. ''Fox News''. April 7, 2017. Retrieved April 7, 2017.</ref> This was the first direct military action the U.S. took against the [[Bashar al-Assad|Assad]] regime.<ref>Ackerman, Spencer; Pilkington, Ed; Jacobs, Ben; Borger, Julian (April 7, 2017). [https://www.theguardian.com/world/2017/apr/06/trump-syria-missiles-assad-chemical-weapons Syria missile strikes: US launches first direct military action against Assad]. ''The Guardian''. Retrieved April 7, 2017.</ref> On April 23, 2017, in response to the chemical attacks, the Trump Administration put sanctions on 271 employees of Syria’s Scientific Studies and Research Center, which supported the nation's chemical weapons program.<ref>Starr, Penny (April 24, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/04/24/winning-trump-follows-up-bombing-of-assads-military-assets-with-tough-diplomacy-271-new-sanctions-for-syria/ Trump Admin Unloads Block of 271 Sanctions on Assad Regime for Chemical Weapons Attack]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 25, 2017.</ref> On June 18, 2017, the United States shot down a Syrian aircraft for the first time,<ref>
 
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*Feldscher, Kyle (June 18, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/us-shoots-down-syrian-bomber-for-attacking-anti-assad-force/article/2626344 US shoots down Syrian bomber for attacking anti-Assad force]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 19, 2017.
 
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*[http://www.breitbart.com/news/pentagon-us-shoots-down-syrian-aircraft-for-first-time/ US Shoots Down Syrian Aircraft for First Time]. ''Breitbart News''. June 18, 2017. Retrieved June 19, 2017.
 
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*Muñoz, Carlo (June 18, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/18/us-warplanes-shoot-down-syrian-jet/ U.S. warplane shoots down Syrian jet]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 19, 2017.</ref> and in response to Russia's warnings, stated that it would do whatever in its national and military interests.<ref>Boyer, Dave (June 19, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/19/white-house-russia-us-will-protect-interests-syria/ White House to Russia: U.S. will protect our interests in Syria]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 19, 2017.</ref>
 
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[[File:MOAB bomb.jpg|thumb|200px|MOAB, the "Mother Of All bombs"]]
 
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*April 13, 2017—Under the increased autonomy President Trump gave the Defense Department,<ref name="MOABapproval">Griffin, Jennifer; Tomlinson, Lucas (April 14, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/04/14/moab-drop-ordered-by-us-general-trump-approval-not-needed-officials-say.html MOAB drop ordered by US general, Trump approval not needed, officials say]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved April 14, 2017.</ref> the U.S. dropped a [[GBU-43/B Massive Ordnance Air Blast|GBU-43B]] (also known as MOAB or the "Mother Of All bombs"), the largest non-[[Nuclear weapon|nuclear]] bomb in existence at 21,000 pounds on a complex of [[Islamic State]] tunnels in [[Afghanistan]]. Although tested in 2003, the bomb had never been used in combat before.<ref>
 
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* Tomlinson, Lucas (April 13, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/04/13/us-drops-largest-non-nuclear-bomb-in-afghanistan-after-green-beret-killed.html US drops largest non-nuclear bomb in Afghanistan after Green Beret killed]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved April 13, 2017.
 
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* [http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/04/14/watch-moab-makes-impact-against-isis-tunnels-in-afghanistan.html Watch: MOAB makes impact against ISIS tunnels in Afghanistan]. ''Fox News''. April 14, 2017. Retrieved April 14, 2017.
 
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* Wong, Kristina (April 13, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/04/13/us-military-drops-massive-bomb-on-islamic-state-in-afghanistan/ U.S. Military Drops Massive Bomb on Islamic State in Afghanistan]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 13, 2017.</ref> It caused much damage,<ref>McKay, Hollie (May 2, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/05/02/moab-devastates-isis-afghanistan-tunnels.html 'MOAB' aftermath: Fox News tours site where Afghanistan bomb was dropped]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved May 2, 2017.</ref><ref>McKay, Hollie (May 11, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/05/11/moab-damage-in-afghanistan-extreme-widespread.html MOAB damage in Afghanistan extreme, widespread]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved May 11, 2017.</ref> being estimated to have killed at least 94 ISIS fighters, including four commanders – no civilians were killed.<ref>
 
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*Wellman, Phillip Walter (April 15, 2017). [https://www.stripes.com/news/middle-east/afghan-official-death-toll-from-massive-us-bomb-rises-to-94-including-4-isis-commanders-1.463677#.WPQNiojytPY Afghan official: Death toll from massive US bomb rises to 94, including 4 ISIS commanders]. ''Stars and Stripes''. Retrieved April 16, 2017.
 
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The estimates came from the Afghan government, as the U.S. government chose not to release death toll numbers:
 
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*Greenwood, Max (April 20, 2017). [http://thehill.com/policy/defense/329758-mattis-remains-silent-on-damage-from-mother-of-all-bombs Mattis won't reveal death toll from 'mother of all bombs']. ''The Hill''. Retrieved June 12, 2017.</ref> It also destroyed several of the tunnels as well as weapon stockpiles.<ref>Davis, Jack (April 14, 2017). [http://www.westernjournalism.com/moab-inflicts-vast-damage-to-isis-in-afghanistan-biggest-complex-destroyed/ MOAB Inflicts Vast Damage To ISIS In Afghanistan – ‘Biggest Complex Destroyed’]. ''Western Journalism''. Retrieved April 17, 2017.</ref><ref>Chappell, Bill (April 14, 2017). [http://www.npr.org/sections/thetwo-way/2017/04/14/523902376/giant-bomb-was-right-weapon-for-attack-on-isis-u-s-general-says Afghan Official Says 94 ISIS Fighters Killed In 'Mother Of All Bombs' Attack]. ''NPR''. Retrieved April 17, 2017.</ref> The attack was reported as having dealt a heavy blow to ISIS's Afghanistan branch.<ref>Mora, Edwin (April 14, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/04/14/with-moab-u-s-military-delivers-major-blow-to-already-weak-afghan-islamic-state/ With MOAB, U.S. Military Delivers Major Blow to Weak Afghan Islamic State]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 16, 2017.</ref>
 
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*April 21, 2017—The Trump Administration refused to issue waivers to any companies which wanted to do business with Russia, which was under economic sanctions, including [[ExxonMobil]], which had applied for a waiver.<ref>Gehrke, Joel (April 21, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/steve-mnuchin-no-russia-sanctions-waiver-for-exxon-other-companies/article/2620913 Steve Mnuchin: No Russia sanctions waiver for Exxon, other companies]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved April 22, 2017.</ref><ref>Solomon, Jay; Olson, Bradley (April 21, 2017). [http://www.foxbusiness.com/features/2017/04/21/u-s-denies-exxon-bid-for-waiver-on-russia-sanctions-3rd-update.html U.S. Denies Exxon Bid for Waiver on Russia Sanctions -- 3rd Update]. ''Fox Business''. Retrieved April 22, 2017.</ref> The day earlier, the Trump Administration announced, in strong language, it was implementing the Global Magnitsky Human Rights Accountability Act, which blacklisted certain Russian citizens.<ref>[https://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2017/04/20/letter-president-certain-congressional-committee-chairs A Letter from the President to Certain Congressional Committee Chairs]. ''whitehouse.gov''. April 20, 2017. Retrieved April 22, 2017.</ref><ref>Herszenhorn, David M. (April 21, 2017). [http://www.politico.eu/article/donald-trump-crackdown-on-rights-abusers-in-russia/ Trump pledges crackdown on rights abusers in Russia and beyond]. ''Politico''. Retrieved April 22, 2017.</ref>
 
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*Early in Trump's presidency, he and his administration took a much tougher tone against [[North Korea]] than his predecessors.<ref>
 
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* Moons, Michelle (April 17, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/04/17/vp-mike-pence-from-korean-demilitarized-zone-era-of-strategic-patience-is-over/ VP Mike Pence from Korean Demilitarized Zone: ‘Era of Strategic Patience Is Over’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 18, 2017.
 
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* Key, Pam (April 17, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/video/2017/04/17/trump-presidents-obama-clinton-outplayed-north-korea/ Trump: Presidents Obama, Clinton Were ‘Outplayed’ by North Korea]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 18, 2017.
 
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* [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/04/19/sword-stands-ready-pence-warns-north-korea.html 'The sword stands ready': Pence warns North Korea]. ''Fox News''. April 19, 2017. Retrieved April 19, 2017.</ref> While the deployment was first announced during the Obama Administration, the Trump Administration confirmed it would continue the plans to – and subsequently did – deploy the [[THAAD]] missile defense system to [[South Korea]] despite [[China]]'s strong objections.<ref>
 
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* Diaz, Alex (April 17, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/04/17/us-missile-system-en-route-to-korean-peninsula.html US missile system en route to Korean peninsula]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved April 18, 2017.
 
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* Dickstein, Corey (May 1, 2017). [https://www.stripes.com/news/thaad-now-ready-to-defend-south-korea-against-missile-attacks-1.466295#.WQnPh4jytPY THAAD now ready to defend South Korea against missile attacks]. ''Stars and Stripes''. Retrieved May 3, 2017.
 
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* Hayward, John (May 2, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/05/02/u-s-military-thaad-missile-defense-system-now-operational-in-south-korea/ U.S. Military: THAAD Missile System Operational in South Korea]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 3, 2017.</ref> THAAD was first used on May 14, 2017.<ref>Kim, Christine; Miles, Tom (May 16, 2017). [http://www.reuters.com/article/us-northkorea-missiles-usa-idUSKCN18B1V4 North Korea missile detected by THAAD, program progressing faster than expected: South Korea]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved May 16, 2017.</ref>
 
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*Unlike former President Obama, the State Department under President Trump described the Afghanistan [[Taliban]] as a terrorist organization without hesitation.<ref>Mora, Edwin (May 17, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/17/trump-calls-afghan-taliban-terrorists/ Trump State Dept. Breaks from Obama White House: Afghan Taliban Is a ‘Terrorist Organization’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 18, 2017.</ref>
 
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*May 2017—President Trump embarked on an ambitious foreign trip, where he, among other accomplishments, visited the heartlands of the three [[Abrahamic religion]]s, challenging the Muslim world to get serious about defeating Islamic terrorism, challenging the European leaders to contribute more to [[NATO]], and isolating [[Iran]].<ref name="FulfilAmbitious"/><ref>[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/27/trump-wraps-overseas-trip-with-thanks-to-us-troops-standing-firm-on-terrorism-climate-change-concerns.html Trump wraps overseas trip with thanks to US troops, standing firm on terrorism, climate change concerns]. ''Fox News''. May 27, 2017. Retrieved May 27, 2017.</ref><ref>Boyer, Dave; Howell, Tom, Jr (May 28, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/28/donald-trumps-first-foreign-trip-thrills-republica/ Trump’s trip abroad thrills Republicans, disappoints Democrats]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 28, 2017.</ref><ref>Charles, Robert B. (May 30, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/30/donald-trump-policies-crystallized-by-first-trip-o/ An emerging Trump Doctrine]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 31, 2017.</ref> While in the Middle East, Trump, unlike Obama, took a strong stance against Iran and strengthened the United States's traditional alliances with Israel and the Arab nations,<ref>
 
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*Westwood, Sarah (May 26, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/trump-embraces-traditional-middle-east-allies-breaks-with-obama-on-trip/article/2623946 Trump embraces traditional Middle East allies, breaks with Obama on trip]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved May 26, 2017.
 
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*Boyer, Dave (May 22, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/22/donald-trump-benjamin-netanyahu-focus-iran-common-/ Trump, Netanyahu focus on Iran as common enemy]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 26, 2017.</ref> bringing them closer together.<ref>[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/22/trump-says-iran-threat-bringing-arab-nations-closer-to-israel.html Trump says Iran threat bringing Arab nations closer to Israel]. ''Fox News''. May 22, 2017. Retrieved May 26, 2017.</ref> His trip was described as one that "flipped traditional U.S. foreign policy upside down."<ref>Holland, Steve (May 27, 2017). [http://www.foxbusiness.com/politics/2017/05/27/trump-ends-nine-day-overseas-trip-with-flourish-as-trouble-looms-at-home.html Trump ends nine-day overseas trip with a flourish as trouble looms at home]. ''Fox Business''. Retrieved May 27, 2017.</ref> Here are some highlights and additional achievements of the trip:
 
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**May 20–21, 2017—President Trump visited [[Saudi Arabia]], the first country he visited abroad as U.S. President. His trip to the country was a major event that clearly broke from foreign policy set by Barack Obama.<ref>Miller, S.A. (May 21, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/21/donald-trumps-visit-to-saudi-arabia-sets-new-tone-/ President Trump’s visit to Saudi Arabia sets new tone for international relations]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 21, 2017.</ref> He received a very warm welcome<ref>
 
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*Greenwood, Max (May 20, 2017). [http://thehill.com/homenews/administration/334392-trump-gets-royal-welcome-during-tremendous-saudi-arabia-visit Trump gets royal welcome during 'tremendous' Saudi Arabia visit]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved May 21, 2017.
 
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*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/20/trump-calls-saudi-visit-tremendous-in-critical-first-overseas-trip.html Trump calls Saudi visit 'tremendous,' in critical first overseas trip]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved May 21, 2017.</ref> – much warmer than what Obama (under whom relations became estranged<ref>Kheel, Rebecca (May 20, 2017). [http://thehill.com/policy/defense/334323-saudi-arabia-courts-trump Saudi Arabia courts Trump]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved May 21, 2017.</ref>) received – with King [[Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud]] greeting Trump at the tarmac, something Obama did not receive.<ref name="MillerBow">Miller, S.A. (May 20, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/20/donald-trump-cuts-deals-joins-ceremonial-saudi-swo/ Trump doesn’t bow to Saudi King Salman, joins sword dance, cuts deals on first day abroad]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 21, 2017.</ref> Unlike Obama, Trump did not bow to the Saudi king,<ref name="MillerBow"/><ref>[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/20/trump-shakes-hands-with-saudi-leader-doesnt-bow-as-obama-appeared-to-do.html Trump shakes hands with Saudi leader, doesn't bow as Obama appeared to do]. ''Fox News''. May 20, 2017. Retrieved May 21, 2017.</ref> and he did not embark on an "apology tour" like Obama.<ref>[http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/22/editorial-trumps-no-apology-tour/ Trump’s no-apology tour]. May 22, 2017. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 24, 2017.</ref> Trump signed a $110 billion arms deal with Saudi Arabia, with another $350 billion of arms for the following 10 years.<ref>
 
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*Miller, S.A. (May 20, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/20/donald-trump-king-salman-saudi-arabia-sign-defense/ Trump inks defense, investment deals with Saudi King Salman]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 21, 2017.
 
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*[http://www.breitbart.com/news/us-approves-1-4-bn-slice-of-massive-saudi-arms-deal/ US approves $1.4 bn slice of massive Saudi arms deal]. ''Breitbart News''. June 5, 2017. Retrieved June 5, 2017.
 
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Some analysts argued that the $110 billion deal was only a sham or for show:
 
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*McIntyre, Jamie (June 6, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/trumps-110-billion-arms-deal-with-saudi-arabia-is-fake-news-defense-expert-says/article/2625134 Trump's $110 billion arms deal with Saudi Arabia is 'fake news,' defense expert says]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 7, 2017.
 
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A Senate resolution to block part of the deal failed on June 13, 2017:
 
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*Dinan, Stephen (June 13, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/13/senate-preserves-trump-arms-deal-saudi-arabia/ Senate preserves Trump arms deal with Saudi Arabia]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 13, 2017.
 
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*Carney, Jordain (June 13, 2017). [http://thehill.com/blogs/floor-action/senate/337614-senate-rejects-effort-to-block-saudi-arms-sale Senate rejects effort to block Saudi arms sale]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved June 13, 2017.</ref> American and Saudi businesses signed similar agreements on the same day, with billions of dollars to be invested in the U.S.<ref>
 
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*Rodriguez, Katherine (May 20, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/20/blackstone-saudi-arabia-announce-40-billion-investment-in-u-s-infrastructure/ Blackstone, Saudi Arabia Announce $40 Billion Investment in U.S. Infrastructure]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 21, 2017.
 
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*Shamseddine, Reem; Paul Katie (May 20, 2017). [http://www.reuters.com/article/us-saudi-usa-trump-deals-idUSKCN18G05P U.S., Saudi firms sign tens of billions of dollars of deals as Trump visits]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved May 21, 2017.</ref> President Trump also gave a major speech to leaders of 50 Islamic world leaders challenging them to fight Islamic terror.<ref>
 
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*Miller, S.A. (May 21, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/21/trump-urges-muslim-leaders-to-cut-off-islamic-terr/ In historic speech, Trump implores Muslim world to rip out Islamic extremism at its roots]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 21, 2017.
 
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*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/21/trump-in-speech-to-muslim-leaders-calls-for-shutting-down-terror-funding.html Trump, in speech to Muslim leaders, calls for shutting down terror funding]. ''Fox News''. May 21, 2017. Retrieved May 21, 2017.
 
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*Spiering, Charlie (May 21, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/21/drive-them-out-donald-trump-challenges-muslims-to-take-on-terrorism/ ‘Drive Them Out!’ — Donald Trump Challenges Muslims to Take On Terrorism]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 21, 2017.</ref> Trump gave a blunt speech, stronger than Obama's,<ref>
 
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*Kassam, Raheem (May 21, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/21/kassam-from-cairo-to-riyadh-trump-urged-action-on-terror-where-obama-offered-islamic-apologism/ KASSAM: From Cairo to Riyadh, Trump Urged Action on Terror Where Obama Offered Islamic Apologism]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 21, 2017.
 
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*Pollak, Joel B. (May 21, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/21/trump-obama-muslim-islamic-terror-speech/ Trump, Unlike Obama, Addressed ‘Islamic Terror’ Directly]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 21, 2017.</ref> and he did not mention democracy or human rights, rather speaking about "good vs. evil," something his Islamic audience was more receptive to.<ref>[http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/draft-of-trumps-speech-to-muslim-leaders-calls-for-coalition-against-extremism-in-battle-between-good-and-evil/article/2623672 Draft of Trump's speech to Muslim leaders calls for coalition against extremism in 'battle between good and evil']. ''Washington Examiner'' (from the ''Associated Press''). May 19, 2017. Retrieved May 21, 2017.</ref> (despite this, Saudi Arabia and the [[United Arab Emirates]] agreed to donate $100 million to a women entrepreneurs fund proposed by [[Ivanka Trump]]<ref>Rodriguez, Katherine (May 21, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/21/report-saudi-arabia-uae-will-donate-100-million-ivanka-trump-proposed-women-entrepreneurs-fund/ Report: Saudi Arabia, UAE Will Donate $100M to Ivanka Trump-Proposed Women Entrepreneurs Fund]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 22, 2017.</ref>). The U.S. and Saudi Arabia strengthened counterterrorism ties by enacting joint sanctions on two "global terrorists,"<ref>Zahid, Noor; Jedinia, Mehdi (May 19, 2017). [https://www.voanews.com/a/us-saudis-jointly-impose-sanctions-two-global-terrorists/3862482.html US, Saudis Jointly Impose Sanctions on Two 'Global Terrorists']. ''Voice of America''. Retrieved May 21, 2017.</ref> and Saudi Arabia opened a center to combat Islamic terrorism.<ref>
 
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*Siciliano, John (May 21, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/trump-tours-saudi-counter-terrorism-complex/article/2623767 Trump tours Saudi counter-terrorism complex]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved May 21, 2017.
 
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*[http://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-trump-gulf-centre-idUSKCN18G09P Saudi to open militant-monitoring center during Trump visit]. ''Reuters''. May 20, 2017. Retrieved May 21, 2017.</ref> (according to President Trump, the commitment to combating Islamic terrorism was already being seen when several Arab nations cut ties with Qatar due to its support of Islamic terrorism and Iran;<ref>
 
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*Siegel, Josh (June 6, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/trump-takes-credit-for-gulf-countries-cutting-diplomatic-ties-with-qatar/article/2625054 Trump takes credit for Gulf countries cutting diplomatic ties with Qatar]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 6, 2017.
 
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*Persons, Sally (June 6, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/6/donald-trump-says-saudi-arabia-trip-already-paying/ Trump says Saudi Arabia trip ‘already paying off’]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 6, 2017.
 
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*Taylor, Guy; Boyer, Dave (June 7, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/7/donald-trump-offers-broker-meeting-isolated-qatari/ Trump offers to broker meeting with isolated Qatari leader and Gulf neighbors]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 7, 2017.
 
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However, some conflicting messages cam from the Trump Administration:
 
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*Muñoz, Carlo (June 9, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/9/rex-tillerson-calls-de-escalation-mideast-over-qat/ Trump defends decision to back Qatar isolation, as Tillerson calls for de-escalation]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 9, 2017.
 
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*McIntyre, Jamie; Gehrke, Joel (June 9, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/state-pentagon-issue-conflicting-statements-on-middle-east-rifts-impact-on-qatar-operations/article/2625495 State, Pentagon issue conflicting statements on Middle East rift's impact on Qatar operations]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 9, 2017.</ref> later, Saudi Arabia changed its royal succession plan, possibly in an attempt to please President Trump<ref>DeMarche, Edmund (June 21, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/06/21/saudi-arabia-rewrites-succession-plan-months-after-trump-meeting.html Saudi Arabia rewrites succession plan months after Trump meeting]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved June 21, 2017.</ref>).
 
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**May 22–23, 2017—The second country President Trump visited was [[Israel]], and his trip marked the first time a U.S. president visited the country on their first foreign trip.<ref>Klein, Aaron (May 22, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/jerusalem/2017/05/22/trump-arrives-israel-presidential-trip-holy-land/ Trump Arrives in Israel for Historic Presidential Trip to Holy Land]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 24, 2017.</ref> He visited the country on the 50th anniversary of the [[Six-Day War]] and Israel's capture of [[Jerusalem]].<ref>Garfinkel, Renee (May 22, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/22/trump-israel-amid-jerusalems-jubilee/ Dateline Israel: Trump amid Jerusalem’s jubilee]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 26, 2017.</ref> His flight from Saudi Arabia to Israel was one of the rare flights taken between the two countries and the first of a U.S. president to fly from the former to the latter.<ref>
 
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*Taylor, Adam (May 22, 2017). [https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/worldviews/wp/2017/05/22/why-trumps-flight-from-saudi-arabia-to-israel-is-such-a-big-deal/?utm_term=.8a2dae0e8177 Why Trump’s flight from Saudi Arabia to Israel is a big deal]. ''The Washington Post''. Retrieved May 24, 2017.
 
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*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/22/trumps-flight-from-saudi-arabia-to-israel-possibly-first-direct-flight-between-countries.html Trump's flight from Saudi Arabia to Israel possibly first direct flight between countries]. ''Fox News''. May 22, 2017. Retrieved May 24, 2017.</ref> A major suicide bombing occurred in the United Kingdom during the visit, and Trump denied recognition to the attacker<ref>
 
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*Deacon, Liam (May 24, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/london/2017/05/24/manchester-bomber-attended-jihadi-mosque-accused-funding-al-qaeda/ Manchester Bomber Attended ‘Jihadi’ Mosque Accused of Funding al-Qaeda]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 24, 2017.
 
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*Scarborough, Rowan (May 24, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/24/salman-abedi-visited-libya-an-isis-training-hotbed/ Manchester bomber recently visited Libya, a terrorist hotbed for jihadi training]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 24, 2017.
 
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*[http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/05/24/manchester-bomber-salman-abedis-father-was-part-al-qaeda-linked-group-ex-libyan-official-says.html Manchester bomber Salman Abedi's father and brothers arrested, linked to ISIS, Al Qaeda]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved May 24, 2017.</ref> and other Islamic terrorists by calling them "losers."<ref>
 
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*Boyer, Dave (May 23, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/23/donald-trump-condemns-evil-losers-manchester-terro/ Trump condemns ‘evil losers’ in Manchester terror attack as ISIS claims credit]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 24, 2017.
 
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*DeMarche, Edmund (May 23, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/23/manchester-terror-attack-trump-calls-attackers-evil-losers-in-life-offers-sympathy-for-victims.html Manchester terror attack: Trump calls attackers 'evil losers in life'; offers sympathy for victims]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved May 24, 2017.</ref> Although not moving the U.S. embassy to [[Jerusalem]] as hoped,<ref>Persons, Sally (May 24, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/24/mike-huckabee-disappointed-donald-trump-didnt-ment/ Huckabee disappointed Trump didn’t mention embassy move during Israel visit]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 24, 2017.</ref> President Trump became the first sitting U.S. President to visit the [[Western Wall]],<ref>
 
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*Pappas, Alex (May 22, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/trump-becomes-the-first-sitting-us-president-to-visit-the-western-wall/article/2623785 Trump becomes the first sitting US president to visit the Western Wall]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved May 24, 2017.
 
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*Boyer, Dave (May 22, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/22/trump-becomes-first-president-pray-western-wall/ Trump becomes first president to pray at Western Wall]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 24, 2017.
 
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*Fabian, Jordan (May 22, 2017). [http://thehill.com/policy/international/334522-trump-becomes-first-us-president-to-visit-western-wall Trump becomes first US president to visit Western Wall]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved May 24, 2017.</ref> and the Administration stated that the Trump was in "Jerusalem, Israel."<ref>
 
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*Kredo, Adam (May 22, 2017). [http://freebeacon.com/national-security/trump-admin-declares-jerusalem-part-israel-major-policy-shift/ Trump Admin Declares Jerusalem Part of Israel in Major Policy Shift]. ''The Washington Free Beacon''. Retrieved May 24, 2017.
 
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*[http://www.breitbart.com/jerusalem/2017/05/22/white-house-puts-jerusalem-israel-website/ White House Puts ‘Jerusalem, Israel’ on Website]. ''Breitbart News'' (from the ''Associated Press''). Retrieved May 24, 2017.</ref> President Trump did not mention anything about a Palestinian state, a two-state solution, or about Israeli settlements.<ref>Keinon, Herb (May 24, 2017). [http://www.jpost.com/Israel-News/Politics-And-Diplomacy/Trump-leaves-Israel-with-no-mention-of-Palestinian-state-settlements-or-embassy-493731 Trump Leaves Israel with No Mention of Palestinian State, Settlements or Embassy]. ''The Jerusalem Post''. Retrieved May 26, 2017.</ref> It was also reported that the U.S. increased defense funding for Israel by $75 million.<ref>
 
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*Keinon, Herb (May 25, 2017). [http://www.jpost.com/Israel-News/Politics-And-Diplomacy/US-increases-military-aid-to-Israel-in-the-wake-of-Trumps-visit-493865 'US Increased Military Aid to Israel Ahead of Trump Visit']. ''The Jerusalem Post''. Retrieved May 25, 2017.
 
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*[http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/News.aspx/230146 Netanyahu: Trump added $75 million in defense aid to Israel]. ''Arutz Sheva''. May 24, 2017. Retrieved May 25, 2017.</ref>
 
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**May 25, 2017—At the 2017 [[NATO]] summit, President Trump strongly stated his position that the other NATO member states should meet their expected contributions to the organization.<ref>
 
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*Boyer, Dave (May 25, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/25/donald-trump-blasts-nato-leaders-anti-terror-immig/ More funds expected to flow to NATO after Trump’s blunt rebuke to allied leaders]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 25, 2017.
 
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*De Lea, Brittany (May 25, 2017). [http://www.foxbusiness.com/politics/2017/05/25/trump-to-nato-unpaid-dues-unfair-to-u-s-taxpayers.html Trump to NATO: Unpaid dues unfair to U.S. taxpayers]. ''Fox Business''. Retrieved May 25, 2017.</ref>
 
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**May 26–27, 2017—At the 2017 [[G7]] conference, President Trump focused on [[terrorism]] rather than [[climate change]], as the other European leaders wished.<ref>Williams, Thomas D., PhD (May 26, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/26/at-g7-trump-diverts-agenda-away-from-climate-and-toward-islamist-terrorism/ At G7, Trump Diverts Agenda Away from Climate and Toward Islamist Terrorism]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 26, 2017.</ref> Much to the consternation of the G7 world leaders,<ref>
 
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*Vagnoni, Griselda; Irish, John (May 27, 2017). [http://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/trump-g7-summit-latest-climate-change-consensus-paris-agreement-angela-merkel-a7759231.html? G7 leaders blame US for failure to reach climate change agreement in unusually frank statement]. ''The Independent''. Retrieved May 27, 2017.
 
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*Spiering, Charlie (May 27, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/27/merkel-mad-trump-declines-endorse-paris-climate-agreement/ Merkel Mad: Donald Trump Declines to Endorse Paris Climate Agreement]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 27, 2017.</ref> who lobbied for President Trump to accept the [[Paris climate agreement]], Trump stood firm and refused to pledge commitment to the accords<ref>
 
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*Williams, Thomas D. PhD (May 27, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/27/president-trump-stands-up-to-g7-leaders-refuses-to-ratify-climate-agreement/ President Trump Stands Up to G7 Leaders, Refuses to Ratify Climate Agreement]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 27, 2017.
 
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*Boyer, Dave (May 26, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/26/trump-not-swayed-g7-leaders-paris-climate-deal/ Trump says he’ll make decision on climate-change agreement next week]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 27, 2017.
 
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*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/27/trump-declines-to-join-world-leaders-at-g-7-in-affirming-paris-climate-accord.html Trump declines to join world leaders at G-7 in affirming Paris climate accord]. ''Fox News''. May 27, 2017. Retrieved May 27, 2017.</ref> so he could still deliberate over whether to stay in it.<ref>[http://www.breitbart.com/news/trump-holds-off-climate-change-pact-will-make-decision-next-week/ Trump holds off climate change pact, will make decision ‘next week’]. ''Breitbart News''. May 27, 2017. Retrieved May 27, 2017.</ref> (Trump ultimately announced, on June 1, 2017, that the U.S. would leave the agreement and cease implementing it<ref name="ParisFox6/1/17"/>). President Trump was also reported as having refused to sign a declaration that stated the benefits as well as "pitfalls" of immigration.<ref>[http://www.breitbart.com/news/stormy-climate-at-g7-as-trump-goes-his-own-way/ Stormy climate at G7 as Trump goes his own way]. ''Breitbart News''. May 27, 2017. Retrieved May 27, 2017.</ref><ref>Lynch, Colum (May 25, 2017). [http://foreignpolicy.com/2017/05/25/trump-advisor-stephen-miller-blocked-g7-migration-proposal/ Trump Advisor Stephen Miller Blocked G-7 Migration Proposal]. ''Foreign Policy''. Retrieved May 29, 2017.</ref>
 
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**May 27, 2017—President Trump concluded his trip by speaking to U.S. soldiers,<ref>
 
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*Boyer, Dave (May 27, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/27/donald-trump-first-foreign-trip-home-run/ Trump calls his first international trip a ‘home run’ in speech at Naval Air Station Sigonella]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 27, 2017.
 
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*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/27/trump-touts-success-on-nato-terrorism-battle-thanks-troop-in-trip-ending-speech.html Trump touts success on NATO, terrorism battle, thanks troops in trip-ending speech]. ''Fox News''. May 27, 2017. Retrieved May 27, 2017.</ref> as opposed to holding a press conference.<ref name="TroopsPress Conference">Spiering, Charlie (May 27, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/27/trump-shuns-press-conference-celebrates-successful-foreign-trip-american-troops/ Donald Trump Shuns Press Conference, Celebrates Successful Foreign Trip with American Troops]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 27, 2017.</ref>
 
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*June 16, 2017—During a speech attended by opponents of Cuba's Communist regime,<ref>Hayward, John (June 16, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/06/16/7-castro-victims-cuban-heroes-invited-trumps-cuba-announcement/ 7 Castro Victims and Cuban Heroes Invited to Trump’s Cuba Announcement]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 17, 2017.</ref> President Trump partially reversed Obama's pro-Cuba policies by restricting U.S. travel to Cuba and prohibit financial transactions that benefit the Cuban military.<ref>
 
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*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/06/16/cuba-deal-rollback-trump-says-s-nixing-obama-s-one-sided-pact.html Cuba deal rollback: Trump says he’s nixing Obama’s ‘one-sided’ pact]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved June 17, 2017.
 
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*Miller, S.A. (June 17, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/16/trump-rolls-back-obama-admins-cuba-policy/ Trump rolls back Obama admin’s Cuba policy: ‘Will not be silent in the face of communist oppression’]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 17, 2017.
 
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*Zanona, Melanie; Fabian, Jordan (June 16, 2017). [http://thehill.com/policy/international/338160-trump-draws-a-harder-line-on-cuba Trump draws a harder line on Cuba]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved June 17, 2017.
 
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*Martel, Frances (June 16, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/06/16/miami-trump-applauds-cuban-victims-communism-now-hold-cards/ In Miami, Trump Applauds Cuban Victims of Communism: ‘Now We Hold the Cards’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 17, 2017.</ref> Additionally, Trump visibly took a much stronger position on Cuba to repatriate American criminal fugitives than Obama had done.<ref>Boyer, Dave (June 16, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/16/donald-trump-calls-cuba-return-us-fugitives/ Trump calls on Cuba to return U.S. fugitives, including cop-killer Chesimard]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 17, 2017.</ref>
 
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*June 20, 2017—On the same day President Trump met with [[Ukraine|Ukranian]] President [[Petro Poroshenko]], the U.S. Treasury Department imposed sanctions on 38 Russian individuals and entities involved in the conflict with Ukraine.<ref>
 
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*[https://www.voanews.com/a/us-treasury-russia-ukraine-separatists-sanctions/3909028.html US Expands Sanctions Against Russia, Ukraine Separatists]. ''Voice of America''. June 20, 2017. Retrieved June 26, 2017.
 
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*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/06/20/treasury-moves-to-pressure-russia-with-new-sanctions-in-ukraine-conflict.html Treasury moves to 'pressure' Russia with new sanctions in Ukraine conflict]. ''Fox News''. June 20, 2017. Retrieved June 26, 2017.
 
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*Gehrke, Joel (June 20, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/trump-hits-russia-ukrainian-separatists-with-sanctions/article/2626488 Trump hits Russia, Ukrainian separatists with sanctions]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 26, 2017.
 
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*Jackson, David (June 20, 2017). [https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2017/06/20/donald-trump-petro-poroshenko-mike-pence-ukraine/103032910/ Trump meets Ukraine president as Treasury Department sanctions Russia]. ''USA Today''. Retrieved June 26, 2017.</ref>
 
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*The Trump Administration successfully secured the release of several American prisoners held in foreign countries that the Obama Administration did not or could not release. It played a large role in successfully helping prevent [[Central Intelligence Agency|CIA]] officer Sabrina de Sousa from being extradited to Italy, with the decision coming on March 1, 2017.<ref>Corbin, Cristina (March 1, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/us/2017/03/01/italy-cancels-former-cia-agents-extradition-from-portugal-in-muslim-abduction-case.html Ex-CIA officer has Trump administration to thank for extradition KO, spokesman says]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved March 1, 2017.</ref> On April 21, 2017, Egypt released an Egyptian-American who had been detained for three years.<ref>Boyer, Dave (April 21, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/apr/21/donald-trump-greets-aya-hijazi-egyptian-american-w/ Trump greets Egyptian-American woman after working behind the scenes to free her]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved April 21, 2017.</ref> Additionally, according to the father of Otto Warmbier, who was held hostage in North Korea and then released in June 2017, the Obama Administration did not do enough to secure his release while the Trump Administration did secure his release.<ref>
 
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*Hains, Tim (June 15, 2017). [https://www.realclearpolitics.com/video/2017/06/15/father_of_otto_warmbier_obama_admin_told_us_to_keep_quiet_trump_admin_brought_him_home.html Father Of Otto Warmbier: Obama Admin Told Us To Keep Quiet, Trump Admin Brought Him Home]. ''RealClearPolitics''. Retrieved June 19, 2017.
 
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*Hayward, John (June 16, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/06/16/otto-warmbier-family-blasts-obama-administration-not-enough-rescue-north-korea/ Otto Warmbier Family: Obama Did Not Do Enough to Rescue Him from North Korea]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 19, 2017.</ref>
 
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*The Trump Administration gave wider powers to the Department of Defense than it had under Obama.<ref name="MOABapproval"/><ref>Mitchell, Ellen (June 20, 2017). [http://thehill.com/policy/defense/338508-mattis-gaining-power-in-trumps-cabinet Mattis gaining power in Trump’s Cabinet]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved June 20, 2017.</ref><ref>Muñoz, Carlo (June 25, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/25/donald-trumps-pentagon-freedom-comes-with-blame/ Pentagon welcomes greater freedom under Trump but is wary of blame]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 26, 2017.</ref> In April 2017, President Trump gave Mattis authority to set troop levels in Iraq and Syria for the fight against ISIS,<ref>
 
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*[http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/trump-gives-mattis-authority-over-troop-numbers-for-isis-fight/article/2621421 Trump gives Mattis authority over troop numbers for ISIS fight]. ''Washington Examiner'' (from the ''Associated Press''). April 27, 2017. Retrieved June 20, 2017.
 
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*Sisk, Richard (April 27, 2017). [http://www.military.com/daily-news/2017/04/27/trump-gives-mattis-authority-set-troop-levels-iraq-syria.html Trump Gives Mattis Authority to Set Troop Levels in Iraq, Syria]. ''Military.com''. Retrieved June 20, 2017.</ref> and it gave military commanders authority to perform military actions without approval from Washington.<ref>
 
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*Pawlyk, Oriana (May 19, 2017). [http://www.military.com/daily-news/2017/05/19/mattis-trump-empowered-commanders-annihilate-isis.html Mattis: Trump Empowered Commanders to 'Annihilate ISIS']. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 20, 2017.
 
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*Brook, Tom Vanden (May 19, 2017). [https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2017/05/19/defense-secretary-jim-mattis-president-trump-isis-gen-joseph-dunford-north-korea/101885396/ Defense Secretary Jim Mattis says President Trump's orders will annihilate ISIS]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 20, 2017.</ref> In June 2017, the Trump Administration authorized the Defense Department to set troop levels in Afghanistan.<ref>
 
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*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/06/14/mattis-trump-has-delegated-decisions-on-afghan-troop-levels.html Mattis: Trump has delegated decisions on Afghan troop levels]. ''Fox News'' (from the ''Associated Press''). Retrieved June 19, 2017.
 
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*Gould, Joe (June 14, 2017). [http://www.defensenews.com/articles/mattis-trump-authorized-military-to-set-troop-levels-in-afghanistan Mattis: Trump authorized military to set troop levels in Afghanistan]. ''Defense News''. Retrieved June 19, 2017.
 
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*Chaitin, Daniel (June 13, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/trump-gives-mattis-authority-over-troop-levels-in-afghanistan-report/article/2625894 Trump gives Mattis authority over troop levels in Afghanistan]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 20, 2017.
 
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*[http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/theres-method-in-jim-mattis/article/2626127 There's method in Jim Mattis]. ''Washington Examiner''. June 19, 2017. Retrieved June 19, 2017.</ref>
 
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===Size of Government===
 
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The Trump Administration's rollback of regulations was described in May 2017 as its "biggest untold success."<ref>Pollak, Joel B. (May 28, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/28/politico-trump-war-regulations-biggest-untold-success/ Politico: Trump’s War on Regulations Is His ‘Biggest Untold Success’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 28, 2017.</ref> President Trump and Congress spent much time rolling back regulations, particularly those created by Obama,<ref>
 
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* [http://www.breitbart.com/news/bit-by-bit-trump-methodically-undoing-obama-policies/ Bit by Bit, Trump Methodically Undoing Obama Policies]. ''Breitbart News''. April 3, 2017. Retrieved April 3, 2017.
 
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* Desanctis, Alexandra (April 3, 2017). [http://www.nationalreview.com/article/446375/congressional-review-act-congress-reclaims-power-administrative-state-federal-regulations-overreach Congress Begins to Reclaim Power from the Administrative State]. ''National Review''. Retrieved April 13, 2017.
 
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* Chakraborty, Barnini (April 25, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/04/25/first-100-days-trump-team-touts-number-obama-rules-killed.html First 100 days: Trump team touts number of Obama rules they killed]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved April 30, 2017.</ref> and the federal agencies under Trump shifted their focus on cutting regulations rather than writing them.<ref>Wheeler, Lydia (June 17, 2017). [http://thehill.com/regulation/administration/338216-under-trump-focus-shifts-to-scrapping-regulations Under Trump, focus shifts to scrapping regulations]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved June 18, 2017.</ref> In the first six weeks of Trump's presidency, over 90 regulations were repealed, whether through executive orders, Acts of Congress, or other means<ref>Farand, Chloe (March 6, 2017). [http://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/donald-trump-federal-state-regulations-month-oval-office-white-house-us-president-deregulate-a7614031.html Donald Trump disassembles 90 federal state regulations in just over a month in White House]. ''The Independent''. Retrieved March 7, 2017.</ref><ref>[https://www.documentcloud.org/documents/3480299-10-Examples-Industries-Push-Followed-by-Trump.html#document/p60/a341284 Trump-Era Trend: Industries Protest. Regulations Rolled Back. A Dozen Examples]. ''The New York Times'' (through ''DocumentCloud''). Retrieved March 7, 2017.</ref> — clearly keeping his promises.<ref>[https://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2017/03/27/president-trump-takes-action-get-washington-out-way President Trump Takes Action to Get Washington Out of the Way]. ''whitehouse.gov''. March 27, 2017. Retrieved March 28, 2017.</ref> Additionally, by late May 2017, the Trump Administration approved a record low amount of new regulations – $33 million in new regulatory costs by May 23 as opposed to $26 billion in the same period in previous administrations, and releasing 8% the average amount of rules released by the past three administrations during the same period of time.<ref>
 
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*Boyer, Dave (June 6, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/6/donald-trump-slashing-red-tape-historic-levels/ Trump slashing red tape at historic levels]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 6, 2017.
 
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*Bedard, Paul (June 6, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/historic-90-cut-in-new-regs-costs-slashed-to-just-012-of-obamas/article/2625050 Historic: 90% cut in new regs, costs slashed to just 0.12% of Obama's]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 6, 2017.
 
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*Vinik, Danny (June 7, 2017). [http://www.politico.com/agenda/story/2017/06/07/trump-regulation-slowdown-000446 Under Trump, regulation slows to a crawl]. ''Politico''.
 
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Retrieved June 7, 2017.</ref>
 
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It was reported in June 2017 that President Trump's deregulation actions had increased confidence and hiring in the [[manufacturing]] sector.<ref>Miller, S.A. (June 15, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/15/donald-trumps-deregulation-boosts-manufacturing-co/ Trump deregulations quickly boost confidence and hiring in manufacturing sector]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 16, 2017.</ref>
 
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====Legislation signed====
 
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*President Trump successfully made use of [[Congressional Review]] to roll back Obama-era regulations—even more than expected.<ref name="Korte4Bills">Korte, Gregory (March 27, 2017). [http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2017/03/27/trump-signs-four-bills-roll-back-obama-era-regulations/99690456/ Trump signs four bills to roll back Obama-era regulations]. ''USA Today''. Retrieved March 28, 2017.</ref><ref>Pollak, Joel B. (April 15, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/04/15/trump-congressional-review-act-legislative-milestone/ Trump’s Use of the Congressional Review Act Is a Legislative Milestone]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 15, 2017.</ref> Prior to Trump's presidency, the Congressional Review Act had been used only once successfully, sixteen years prior.<ref>Adriance, Sam (February 16, 2017). [http://www.natlawreview.com/article/president-trump-signs-first-congressional-review-act-disapproval-resolution-16-years President Trump Signs First Congressional Review Act Disapproval Resolution in 16 Years]. ''The National Law Review''. Retrieved March 8, 2017.</ref> When the window to use the CRA for the 115th Congress ended, Congress had passed and Trump had signed 14 CRA resolutions repealing Obama regulations<ref name="Dinan14WT">Dinan, Stephen (May 15, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/15/gop-rolled-back-14-of-15-obama-rules-using-congres/ GOP rolled back 14 of 15 Obama rules using Congressional Review Act]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 15, 2017.</ref><ref>[http://www.breitbart.com/news/gop-flips-obama-era-regulations-claim-a-boon-to-economy/ GOP flips Obama-era regulations, claim a boon to economy]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 15, 2017.</ref><ref>McMorris, Bill (May 18, 2017). [http://freebeacon.com/issues/trump-kos-state-run-retirement-accounts-private-sector-workers/ Trump KOs State-Run Retirement Accounts for Private Sector Workers]. ''The Washington Free Beacon''. Retrieved May 18, 2017.</ref> – significantly more than expected.<ref name="Dinan14WT"/><ref>Shear, Michael D. (May 2, 2017). [https://www.nytimes.com/2017/05/01/us/politics/trump-overturning-regulations.html?_r=1 Trump Discards Obama Legacy, One Rule at a Time]. ''The New York Times''. Retrieved May 15, 2017.</ref> These actions were estimated to have saved $3.7 billion in regulatory costs and up to $36.2 billion in compliance costs.<ref name="Dinan14WT"/><ref>Follett, Andrew (May 9, 2017). [http://dailycaller.com/2017/05/09/report-trump-has-already-rolled-back-3-7-billion-in-obama-era-regulations/ Report: Trump Has Already Rolled Back $3.7 Billion In Obama-Era Regulations]. ''The Daily Caller''. Retrieved May 15, 2017.</ref> Some examples of CRA legislation signed by President Trump follow (other examples can be found elsewhere in the article):
 
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**February 14, 2017—President Trump signed a bill into law repealing an Obama Era relation requiring energy companies to disclose financial transactions with foreign governments.<ref name="H.J.Res.41">[https://www.congress.gov/bill/115th-congress/house-joint-resolution/41/text H.J.Res.41 - Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of a rule submitted by the Securities and Exchange Commission relating to "Disclosure of Payments by Resource Extraction Issuers".] ''Congress.gov''. Retrieved February 20, 2017.</ref><ref>[https://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2017/02/14/president-trump-cutting-red-tape-american-businesses President Trump: Cutting Red Tape for American Businesses]. ''whitehouse.com''. February 14, 2017. Retrieved February 15, 2017.</ref><ref>Soergel, Andrew (February 14, 2017). [http://www.usnews.com/news/national-news/articles/2017-02-14/donald-trump-scraps-energy-regulations-gop-embraces-congressional-review-act Donald Trump Scraps Obama-Era Energy Regulations]. ''U.S. News & World Report''. Retrieved February 15, 2017.</ref>
 
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**February 16, 2017—President Trump signed a bill into law blocking the "Stream Protection Rule," an environmental regulation.<ref>Henry, Devin (February 16, 2017). [http://thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/319938-trump-signs-bill-undoing-obama-coal-mining-rule Trump signs bill undoing Obama coal mining rule]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved February 20, 2017.</ref><ref>[https://www.congress.gov/bill/115th-congress/house-joint-resolution/38/text H.J.Res.38 - Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of the Interior known as the Stream Protection Rule.] ''Congress.gov''. Retrieved February 20, 2017.</ref>
 
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**March 27, 2017—President Trump signed four bills undoing Obama-era regulations.<ref name="Korte4Bills"/><ref>[https://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2017/03/27/president-donald-j-trump-signs-hjres-37-hjres-44-hjres-57-and-hjres-58 President Donald J. Trump Signs H.J.Res. 37, H.J.Res. 44, H.J.Res. 57, and H.J.Res. 58 into Law]. ''whitehouse.gov''. March 27, 2017. Retrieved March 28, 2017.</ref> Two of those bills rolled back federal education regulations.<ref>Berry, Susan, Dr. (March 28, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/03/28/trump-rolls-back-two-obama-era-education-regulations/ Trump Rolls Back Two Obama-Era Education Regulations]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved March 28, 2017.</ref>
 
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**March 31, 2017—President Trump signed another bill undoing an Obama-era regulation, giving the power back to the states to expand drug testing for unemployment benefit applicants.<ref>Lovegrove, Jamie (April 1, 2017). [http://www.dallasnews.com/news/politics/2017/03/31/trump-signs-cruz-brady-bill-expand-drug-testing-unemployment-benefit-applicants Trump signs Cruz-Brady bill to expand drug testing of unemployment benefit applicants]. ''Dallas Morning News''. Retrieved April 4, 2017.</ref>
 
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**April 3, 2017—President Trump signed a bill reversing an Obama-era [[Federal Communications Commission|FCC]] privacy regulation applicable to internet service providers. The FCC had adopted the rule to fill a gap created by a court case which ruled that the [[Federal Trade Commission|FTC]] did not have jurisdiction to extend its privacy rule over internet service providers because they were regulated by the FCC. The new law repealed the FCC rule and prohibits the FCC from enacting a replacement for 10 years without giving the FTC jurisdiction to regulate internet service providers' privacy practices.<ref>
 
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* Superville, Darlene (April 3, 2017). [http://www.foxbusiness.com/politics/2017/04/03/trump-signs-bill-blocking-online-privacy-regulation.html Trump Signs Bill Blocking Online Privacy Regulation]. ''Fox Business''. Retrieved April 4, 2017.
 
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* Neidig, Harper (April 3, 2017). [http://thehill.com/homenews/administration/327107-trump-signs-internet-privacy-repeal Trump signs internet privacy repeal]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved April 4, 2017.
 
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* {{cite web|url=http://fortune.com/2017/04/03/fcc-online-privacy-faq/|title=What Really Happens When the FCC’s Online Privacy Rules Are Cancelled|first=Aaron |last=Pressman|date=April 3, 2017|accessdate=April 4, 2017}}</ref> Part of yet another series of bills undoing other Obama regulations.<ref>[https://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2017/04/03/president-donald-j-trump-signs-hjres-69-hjres-83-hr-1228-sjres-34-law President Donald J. Trump Signs H.J.Res. 69, H.J.Res. 83, H.R. 1228, S.J.Res. 34 into Law]. ''whitehouse.gov''. April 3, 2017. Retrieved April 4, 2017.</ref>
 
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*May 12, 2017—President Trump signed Public Law 115-33 (S. 496),<ref name="S.496">[https://www.congress.gov/bill/115th-congress/senate-bill/496/text S.496 - A bill to repeal the rule issued by the Federal Highway Administration and the Federal Transit Administration entitled "Metropolitan Planning Organization Coordination and Planning Area Reform".] ''Congress.gov''. Retrieved May 20, 2017.</ref> which repealed a rule by the Department of Transportation that would have taken power away from local governments on infrastructure planning.<ref>
 
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*[https://riponadvance.com/stories/house-approves-bill-restore-state-local-control-transportation-planning/ House approves bill to restore state, local control of transportation planning]. ''The Ripon Advance''. May 1, 2017. Retrieved May 20, 2017.
 
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*[https://www.ajot.com/news/house-passes-lewis-led-local-planning-authority-bill House passes Lewis-led Local Planning Authority Bill]. ''AJOT''. April 27, 2017. Retrieved May 20, 2017.</ref> The bill did not invoke the CRA.<ref name="S.496"/>
 
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====Executive actions====
 
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*January 20, 2017—On its first day in office, the Trump Administration ordered a regulatory freeze on all federal governmental agencies.<ref>Wheeler, Lydia (January 20, 2017). [http://thehill.com/regulation/administration/315425-trump-white-house-tells-agencies-to-halt-regulations Trump White House tells agencies to halt regulations]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved January 20, 2017.</ref>
 
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*On Inauguration Day, 2017, the Trump administration instituted a federal hiring freeze.<ref>[http://www.wctv.tv/content/news/Which-executive-orders-did-Trump-sign-on-Day-One-411380215.html Which executive orders did Trump sign on Day One?] ''WCTV'' (from ''CBS News''). January 20, 2017. Retrieved January 21, 2017.</ref> On January 23, 2017, Trump signed an executive order instituting the hiring freeze, from which the military was exempted.<ref>[http://www.cbsnews.com/news/donald-trump-to-sign-executive-orders/ Donald Trump signs three executive memos]. ''CBS News''. January 23, 2017. Retrieved January 23, 2017.</ref> On April 12, 2017, the hiring freeze was replaced with a plan to restructure and shrink the executive branch.<ref>[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/04/12/trump-replaces-federal-hiring-freeze-with-surgical-cuts.html Trump replaces federal hiring freeze with agency cuts to end billions 'wasted']. ''Fox News''. April 12, 2017. Retrieved April 12, 2017.</ref><ref>Moran, Sean (April 12, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/04/12/trump-ends-federal-hiring-freeze/ Trump Ends Federal Hiring Freeze]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 13, 2017.</ref>
 
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*January 30, 2017—Trump signed an executive order that requires two federal regulations must be eliminated for every regulation created.<ref>[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/01/30/trump-signs-executive-order-to-drastically-cut-federal-regs.html Trump signs executive order to drastically cut federal regs]. ''Fox News''. January 30, 2017. Retrieved January 30, 2017.</ref><ref>McCaskill, Nolan D.; Nussbaum, Matthew (January 30, 2017). [http://www.politico.com/story/2017/01/trump-signs-executive-order-requiring-that-for-every-one-new-regulation-two-must-be-revoked-234365 Trump signs executive order requiring that for every one new regulation, two must be revoked]. ''Politico''. Retrieved January 30, 2017. Retrieved January 30, 2017.</ref><ref>[https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2017-02-03/pdf/2017-02451.pdf Executive Order 13771 of January 30, 2017 -- Reducing Regulation and Controlling Regulatory Costs]. ''Federal Register''. February 3, 2017. Retrieved May 7, 2017.</ref>
 
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*February 3, 2017—President Trump signed a memorandum directing the [[United States Department of Labor]] to review a regulation signed by Obama set to go into effect.<ref>[https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2017-02-07/pdf/2017-02656.pdf Memorandum of February 3, 2017 -- Fiduciary Duty Rule]. ''Federal Register''. February 7, 2017. Retrieved May 7, 2017.</ref>
 
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*February 24, 2017—President Trump signed an executive order requiring every federal agency to create a "regulatory reform task force" to find unnecessary, burdensome regulations to repeal.<ref>[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/02/24/trump-orders-new-task-force-push-to-eliminate-red-tape.html Trump orders new task force push to eliminate red tape]. ''Fox News''. February 24, 2017. Retrieved February 25, 2017.</ref> This order was called "the most far reaching effort to pare back U.S. red tape in recent decades."<ref>Shepardson, David; Holland, Steve (February 24, 2017). [http://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-trump-regulations-idUSKBN1631NV In sweeping move, Trump puts regulation monitors in U.S. agencies]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved February 25, 2017.</ref>
 
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*February 28, 2017—President Trump announced that he did not plan on filling numerous government positions he considered unnecessary.<ref>Derespina, Cody (February 28, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/02/28/trump-no-plans-to-fill-unnecessary-appointed-positions.html Trump: No plans to fill 'unnecessary' appointed positions]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved February 28, 2017.</ref> According to one source, about 2,000 positions were vacant, and most of them were likely included in this list.<ref>Kessler, Aaron; Kopan, Tal (February 25, 2017). [http://www.cnn.com/2017/02/25/politics/donald-trump-cabinet-vacancies/ Trump still has to fill nearly 2,000 vacancies]. ''CNN''. Retrieved February 28, 2017.</ref> As of April 4, 2017, President Trump did not make a nomination for nearly 500 positions requiring Senate confirmation.<ref>[https://www.washingtonpost.com/graphics/politics/trump-administration-appointee-tracker/database/ Tracking how many key positions Trump has filled so far]. ''The Washington Post''. Retrieved April 4, 2017.</ref>
 
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*March 13, 2017—President Trump signed an executive order to perform an audit on every executive branch agency in order to reduce spending and waste and improve services.<ref>[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/03/13/trump-signs-executive-order-to-make-fed-agencies-lean-more-accountable.html Trump signs executive order to make fed agencies 'lean,’ more ‘accountable']. ''Fox News''. March 13, 2017. Retrieved March 13, 2017.</ref><ref>Fabian, Jordan (March 13, 2017). [http://thehill.com/homenews/administration/323772-trump-signs-executive-order-to-cut-government-waste Trump signs executive order to cut government waste]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved March 13, 2017.</ref><ref>[https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2017-03-16/pdf/2017-05399.pdf Executive Order 13781 of March 13, 2017 -- Comprehensive Plan for Reorganizing the Executive Branch]. ''Federal Register''. March 16, 2017. Retrieved May 7, 2017.</ref>
 
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*April 25, 2017—President Trump signed an executive order ordering the Department of Agriculture to find and eliminate unnecessary regulations, in an effort to help farmers, particularly in the light of NAFTA and the trade imbalance with Canada.<ref>[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/04/25/trump-orders-agriculture-dept-to-end-unnecessary-regulations-help-farmers.html Trump orders Agriculture Dept. to end unnecessary regulations, help farmers]. ''Fox News''. April 25, 2017. Retrieved April 25, 2017.</ref>
 
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*April 26, 2017—President Trump signed an executive order ordering the Interior Department to review designations of national monuments from as far back as 20 years prior, with the intention of reversing federal overreach in land acquisition and returning power to the states.<ref>[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/04/26/trump-orders-review-national-monument-designations.html Trump orders review of national monument designations]. ''Fox News''. April 26, 2017. Retrieved April 26, 2017.</ref>
 
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*June 19, 2017—The [[Environmental Protection Agency]] ended a $1 million program where it gave gym memberships to its employees, ending the program due to an abuse of taxpayer money.<ref>
 
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*Harrington, Elizabeth (June 19, 2017). [http://freebeacon.com/issues/epa-ends-1-million-taxpayer-funded-gym-membership-program/ EPA Ends $1 Million Taxpayer-Funded Gym Membership Program]. ''The Washington Free Beacon''. Retrieved June 19, 2017.
 
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*Siciliano, John (June 19, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/epa-scraps-1-million-in-gym-memberships-for-employees/article/2626413 EPA scraps $1 million in gym memberships for employees]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 19, 2017.</ref>
 
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===Military, national security, and terrorism===
 
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It was observed relatively early in his presidency that President Trump had developed a strong position on fighting terrorism, making good on his campaign promises.<ref>Wong, Kristina (April 24, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/04/24/trump-takes-on-terrorism-in-his-first-hundred-days/ Trump Takes on Terrorism in His First Hundred Days]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 24, 2017.</ref> It was reported in June 2017 that public trust in the Trump Administration in protecting the nation from terrorism increased to 70%, up from 55% in 2015.<ref>
 
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*McCarthy, Justin (June 19, 2017). [http://www.gallup.com/poll/212558/seven-trust-government-protect-against-terrorism.aspx?g_source=Politics&g_medium=lead&g_campaign=tiles Seven in 10 Trust US Government to Protect Against Terrorism]. ''Gallup''. Retrieved June 19, 2017.
 
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*Harper, Jennifer (June 19, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/19/seventy-percent-of-americans-trust-government-to-p/ ‘Recovery of confidence’: 70% of Americans trust government to protect them from terrorism]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 19, 2017.</ref>
 
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====Legislation signed====
 
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*H.R. 244, which was signed into law by President Trump on May 5, 2017 and funded the government through September 30, 2017, expanded military spending by about $21 billion without an identical increase in domestic spending and fulfilled several of the military's requests.<ref>
 
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* Fabian, Jordan (May 5, 2017). [http://thehill.com/policy/finance/332114-trump-signs-spending-bill-to-avoid-shutdown Trump signs spending bill to avoid shutdown]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved May 6, 2017.
 
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* Wong, Kristina (May 1, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/05/01/congress-unveils-bill-includes-boost-defense-spending/ Congress Unveils Bill That Includes Boost in Defense Spending]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 6, 2017.
 
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*Judson, Jen (May 5, 2017). [http://www.defensenews.com/articles/how-did-the-armys-wish-lists-fare-in-final-budget-deal How did the Army’s wish lists fare in final budget deal?] ''Defense News''. Retrieved May 7, 2017.
 
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*Davis, Jack (May 2, 2017). [http://www.westernjournalism.com/pence-21b-answer-limbaugh-asks-vote-republican/ Pence Has $21 Billion Answer When Limbaugh Asks ‘Why Vote Republican?’]. ''Western Journalism''. Retrieved May 6, 2017.</ref>
 
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*January 27, 2017—President Trump signed a memorandum to begin the expansion and rebuilding of the U.S. military.<ref>Herb, Jeremy (January 27, 2017). [http://www.politico.com/story/2017/01/trump-rebuild-military-executive-action-234288 Trump order sets military buildup in motion]. ''Politico''. Retrieved January 27, 2017.</ref><ref>Hagen, Lisa (January 27, 2017). [http://thehill.com/policy/defense/316591-trump-signs-order-to-grow-military-modernize-nuke-arsenal Trump signs directive spurring 'great rebuilding' of armed forces]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved January 27, 2017.</ref>
 
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*February 3, 2017—The Trump Administration and Lockheed Martin reached a tentative deal that would purchase 90 F-35 jets at the lowest price in the program's history.<ref>[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/02/03/pentagon-strikes-new-f-35-deal-with-lockheed-after-trump-involvement.html Pentagon strikes new F-35 deal with Lockheed after Trump involvement]. ''Fox News''. February 3, 2017. Retrieved February 3, 2017.</ref><ref>[http://www.breitbart.com/news/lockheed-trims-costs-for-f-35-most-expensive-plane-ever/ Lockheed trims costs for F-35, most expensive plane ever]. ''Breitbart News''. February 3, 2017. Retrieved May 1, 2017.</ref> The first 90 planes were about $725 million below budget, with billions of more dollars of savings expected, and it saved at least one U.S. ally, [[Japan]], $100 million.<ref>Davis, Jack (April 25, 2017). [http://www.westernjournalism.com/trump-f-35-cost-reductions-helped-american-ally-save-money/ Trump: F-35 Cost Reductions Helped An American Ally Save Money]. ''Western Journalism''. Retrieved May 1, 2017.</ref><ref>Mitchell, Ellen (April 21, 2017). [http://thehill.com/policy/defense/325021-lockheed-ceo-trump-absolutely-contributed-to-f-35-savings Lockheed CEO: Trump 'absolutely' contributed to F-35 savings]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved May 1, 2017.</ref>
 
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*May 11, 2017—President Trump signed an executive order to review U.S. cyber security and hold the various federal departments accountable for ensuring the protection of valuable information.<ref>
 
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* Miller, S.A. (May 11, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/11/donald-trump-launches-cyber-security-effort/ Trump bolsters cybersecurity effort, says he’s keeping campaign promise to Americans]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 11, 2017.
 
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* Singman, Brooke (May 11, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/11/president-trumps-cybersecurity-executive-order-to-hold-federal-agencies-accountable.html President Trump's cybersecurity executive order to hold federal agencies accountable]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved May 11, 2017.</ref>
 
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*May 11, 2017—President Trump signed an executive order creating a commission, chaired by Vice President [[Mike Pence]] and vice-chaired by Kansas Secretary of State [[Kris Kobach]], to review the extent of voter fraud and suppression in the United States.<ref>Singman, Brooke (May 11, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/11/trump-signs-executive-order-launching-voter-fraud-commission.html Trump signs executive order launching voter fraud commission]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved May 11, 2017.</ref><ref>Dinan, Stephen; Boyer, Dave (May 11, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/11/donald-trump-sign-order-creating-voter-fraud-panel/ As Trump creates commission to study voter fraud and suppression, liberals cry foul]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 11, 2017.</ref>
 
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*May 26, 2017—President Trump made clear his stance against terrorism in a statement wishing Muslims a joyful [[Ramadan]].<ref>Boyer, Dave (May 26, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/26/trump-cites-terrorism-fight-ramadan-greeting/ Trump cites fight against terrorism in Ramadan greeting]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 26, 2017.</ref> President Trump did not hold a Ramadan dinner, breaking the annual tradition held since [[Bill Clinton]]'s presidency, and instead issued a statement greeting Muslims for [[Eid al-Fitr]] on June 24, 2017.<ref>
 
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*[http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2017/06/26/trump-breaks-20-year-tradition-declines-hold-ramadan-dinner/ Donald Trump breaks with 20-year tradition and abandons Ramadan dinner at the White House]. ''The Telegraph''. June 26, 2017. Retrieved June 26, 2017.
 
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*Delk, Josh (June 24, 2017). [http://thehill.com/blogs/blog-briefing-room/news/president-trump-breaks-ramadan-dinner-tradition Trump breaks with tradition, forgoes Ramadan dinner]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved June 25, 2017.
 
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*Strong, Amber C. (June 25, 2017). [https://www1.cbn.com/cbnnews/politics/2017/june/president-trump-breaks-with-tradition-skips-annual-ramadan-dinner President Trump Breaks with Tradition, Skips Annual Ramadan Dinner]. ''CBN News''. Retrieved June 25, 2017.
 
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*Reyner, Solange (June 24, 2017). [http://www.newsmax.com/Newsfront/trump-no-ramadan-celebration/2017/06/24/id/798048/ Trump Breaks With White House Ramadan Tradition]. ''Newsmax''. Retrieved June 25, 2017.</ref><ref name="DHSdefundsdisinvites"/>
 
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*June 25, 2017—It was reported that the DHS defunded several Islamic organizations supported by the Obama Administration and that were set to be funded under it.<ref name="DHSdefundsdisinvites">Munro, Neil (June 25, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/25/dhs-john-kelly-defunds-disinvites-islamic-groups/ DHS John Kelly Defunds, Disinvites Islamic Groups Favored By Barack Obama]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 25, 2017.</ref>
 
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===Proclamations===
 
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*January 20, 2017—The day he was inaugurated, President Trump instituted a national day of patriotism for the country,<ref>[http://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-trump-measures-idUSKBN1542IH Trump takes first actions on Cabinet, declares day of patriotism: spokesman]. ''Reuters''. January 20, 2017. Retrieved January 20, 2017.</ref> and a few days later Trump officially designated his inauguration day the '''''National Day of Patriotic Devotion'''''.<ref>[https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2017-01-24/pdf/2017-01798.pdf National Day of Patriotic Devotion -- Proclamation 9570 of January 20, 2017]. ''Federal Register''. January 24, 2017. Retrieved May 1, 2017.</ref><ref>Shelbourne, Mallory (January 23, 2017). [http://thehill.com/homenews/administration/315735-trump-declares-inauguration-day-national-day-of-patriotic-devotion http://thehill.com/homenews/administration/315735-trump-declares-inauguration-day-national-day-of-patriotic-devotion]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved February 2, 2017.</ref>
 
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*January 22–28, 2017—'''''National School Choice Week''''', as proclaimed by President Trump<ref>[https://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2017/01/26/president-trump-releases-national-school-choice-week-proclamation President Trump Releases National School Choice Week Proclamation]. ''whitehouse.gov''. January 26, 2017. Retrieved January 27, 2017.</ref><ref>[https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2017-01-30/pdf/2017-02092.pdf National School Choice Week, 2017 -- Proclamation 9571 of January 25, 2017]. ''Federal Register''. January 30, 2017. Retrieved May 1, 2017.</ref>
 
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*May 1, 2017—President Trump proclaimed that day as '''''Loyalty Day''''', to "recognize and reaffirm our allegiance" to American values, such as "individual liberties, to limited government, and to the inherent dignity of every human being."<ref>[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/04/28/trump-proclaims-may-1-as-loyalty-day.html Trump proclaims May 1 as 'Loyalty Day']. ''Fox News''. April 28, 2017. Retrieved April 29, 2017.</ref><ref>[https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2017-05-03/pdf/2017-09082.pdf Proclamation 9602 of April 28, 2017 -- Loyalty Day, 2017]. ''Federal Register''. May 3, 2017. Retrieved May 7, 2017.</ref>
 
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===Other===
 
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*On January 5, 2017, the U.S. House passed a motion condemning Obama's allowing a leftist anti-Israel resolution to pass in the UN.<ref>[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/01/05/house-overwhelmingly-votes-to-condemn-un-resolution-on-israel-settlements.html House overwhelmingly votes to condemn UN resolution on Israel settlements]. ''Fox News''. January 5, 2017. Retrieved January 6, 2017.</ref><ref>Cortellessa, Eric (January 6, 2017). [http://www.timesofisrael.com/us-house-passes-repudiation-of-un-security-council-resolution-on-israel/ US House passes motion repudiating UN resolution on Israel]. ''The Times of Israel''. Retrieved January 6, 2017.</ref> Additionally, Trump voiced his strong support for Israel during his transition.<ref>Pollak, Joel B. (December 23, 2016). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2016/12/23/trump-hints-defunding-un-anti-israel-vote/ Trump on UN Anti-Israel Vote: ‘Things Will Be Different After Jan. 20’]. ''Breitbart''. Retrieved January 6, 2017.</ref><ref>Swoyer, Alex (December 29, 2016). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2016/12/29/trump-im-very-very-strong-on-israel/ Trump: ‘I’m Very, Very Strong on Israel’]. ''Breitbart''. Retrieved January 6, 2017.</ref> On April 27, 2017, all 100 members of the U.S. Senate sent a letter to United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres demanding an end to the anti-Israel bias in the UN.<ref>Danan, Deborah (April 30, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/jerusalem/2017/04/30/netanyahu-thanks-100-senators-for-standing-up-for-israel-at-un/ Netanyahu Thanks All 100 Senators for ‘Standing Up For Israel At UN’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 30, 2017.</ref> After that, the U.S. condemned the UN after the organization ignored the letter from the Senate.<ref>
 
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* Wallace, Christopher; Evansky, Ben (May 2, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/05/02/un-ignores-unanimous-senate-to-pass-anti-israel-measure.html UN ignores unanimous Senate to pass anti-Israel measure]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved May 3, 2017.
 
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* Cortellessa, Eric (May 2, 2017). [http://www.timesofisrael.com/us-official-raps-biased-unesco-statement-on-jerusalem/ US official raps ‘biased’ UNESCO resolution on Jerusalem]. ''The Times of Israel''. Retrieved May 3, 2017.</ref> On June 5, 2017, the U.S. Senate passed a resolution observing the 50th anniversary of the unification of [[Jerusalem]] and called for President Trump to move the U.S. embassy to Jerusalem,<ref>
 
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*Schor, Elana (June 5, 2017). [http://www.politico.com/story/2017/06/05/israel-senate-jerusalem-trump-239157 Senate prods Trump to move Israeli Embassy to Jerusalem]. ''Politico''. Retrieved June 6, 2017.
 
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*Nazarian, Adelle (June 6, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/06/senate-calls-u-s-embassy-move-jerusalem-heralds-undivided-capital-israel/ Senate Calls for U.S. Embassy Move to Jerusalem, Heralds ‘Undivided Capital of Israel’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 6, 2017.</ref> and Congress commemorated the event.<ref>
 
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*Pollak, Joel B. (June 7, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/jerusalem/2017/06/07/jerusalem-50-liberated-congress-joins-netanyahu-celebrating/ Congress Joins Netanyahu in Celebrating 50 Years of a Free Jerusalem]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 7, 2017.
 
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*Persons, Sally (June 7, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/7/paul-ryan-says-jerusalem-will-never-be-divided-aga/ Ryan says Jerusalem will ‘never be divided again’]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 7, 2017.</ref>
 
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*January 20, 2017—On the day he took office, Trump returned the bust of UK Prime Minister [[Winston Churchill]] to the Oval Office that Obama removed when he took office.<ref>Morrongiello, Babby (January 21, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/01/21/trump-returns-churchill-bust-to-oval-office.html Trump returns Churchill bust to the Oval Office]. ''Fox News'' (from the ''The Washington Examiner''). Retrieved January 21, 2017.</ref> He also accepted the [[United Kingdom]]'s offer to re-loan the second identical bust of Churchill, which Obama removed and returned after the first loan expired.<ref>Kessler, Glenn (January 23, 2017). [https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/fact-checker/wp/2017/01/23/heres-the-real-story-about-the-churchill-bust-in-the-oval-office/?utm_term=.b50008454d3c Here’s the real story about the Churchill bust in the Oval Office]. ''The Washington Post''. Retrieved January 24, 2017.</ref>
 
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*January 28, 2017—Trump signed an executive order banning administration officials from lobbying their federal agencies for five years, as well as banning them for life from lobbying foreign nations and political parties.<ref>Vladimirov, Nikita; Shelbourne, Mallory (January 28, 2017). [http://thehill.com/homenews/administration/316701-admin-trump-to-issue-three-more-executive-orders Trump signs three more executive actions]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved January 28, 2017.</ref><ref>[https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2017-02-03/pdf/2017-02450.pdf Executive Order 13770 of January 28, 2017 -- Ethics Commitments by Executive Branch Appointees]. ''Federal Register''. February 3, 2017. Retrieved May 7, 2017.</ref>
 
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*January 30, 2017—Trump showed he would not tolerate incompetent leftist administration officials when he fired acting [[United States Department of Justice|Attorney General]] Sally Yates (a left-wing Obama holdover) when she refused to defend his refugee and immigration ban executive order.<ref>[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/01/30/acting-ag-tells-justice-department-staff-not-to-defend-trumps-refugee-order.html Trump fires acting AG after Justice Department staff told not to defend refugee order]. ''Fox News''. January 30, 2017. Retrieved January 31, 2017.</ref><ref>[https://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2017/01/30/statement-appointment-dana-boente-acting-attorney-general Statement on the Appointment of Dana Boente as Acting Attorney General]. ''whitehouse.gov''. January 30, 2017. Retrieved January 31, 2017.</ref> Trump emulated [[Ronald Reagan]]'s firing of the striking PATCO workers in 1981 by doing so,<ref>Boyle, Matthew (January 30, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/01/30/trumps-patco-moment-emanating-reagan-president-takes-control-federal-government-protect-country-citizens/ Trump’s PATCO Moment: Emanating Reagan, the President Takes Control of Federal Government to ‘Protect the Country and Its Citizens’]. ''Breitbart''. Retrieved January 31, 2017.</ref> contrary to the [[mainstream media]] spin.<ref>Kurtz, Howard (February 1, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/02/01/trumps-firing-defiant-obama-holdover-why-hes-no-richard-nixon.html Trump's firing of a defiant Obama holdover: Why he's no Richard Nixon]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved February 1, 2017.</ref> That same night, Trump replaced the acting director of [[Immigration and Customs Enforcement]] (another Obama holdover) with a more competent official who had a reputation for enforcing immigration laws.<ref name="HomanICE">
 
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*Chamberlain, Samuel (January 31, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/01/31/trump-names-thomas-homan-acting-director-ice-replacing-obama-holdover.html Trump names Thomas Homan acting director of ICE, replacing Obama holdover]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved January 31, 2017.
 
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*Berman, Mark; Zapotosky, Matt (January 30, 2017). [https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/post-nation/wp/2017/01/30/trump-appoints-new-immigration-and-customs-enforcement-director-noted-for-his-work-deporting-illegal-immigrants/?utm_term=.addf12ae690a Trump appoints new Immigration and Customs Enforcement director noted for his work deporting illegal immigrants]. ''The Washington Post''. Retrieved January 31, 2017.</ref>
 
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*March 21, 2017—President Trump signed a bill into law not only funding [[NASA]], but setting a goal of having humans visit [[Mars]] "in the 2030s" and potentially colonizing another planet.<ref>Kew, Ben (March 21, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/03/21/trump-signs-bill-securing-nasa-funding-plans-to-reach-mars/ WATCH: Trump Signs Bill Securing NASA Funding, Plans to Reach Mars]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved March 21, 2017.</ref> The bill also funded the agency, the first time such a bill was signed into law in seven years.<ref>Kaplan, Sarah (March 21, 2017). [https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/speaking-of-science/wp/2017/03/21/trump-signs-nasa-bill-aimed-at-landing-on-mars/?utm_term=.140a91aaba6d Trump signs NASA bill aimed at sending people to Mars]. ''The Washington Post''. Retrieved March 21, 2017.</ref>
 
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*April 21, 2017—President Trump replaced Obama-appointed [[Vivek Murthy]], who was opposed by [[gun rights]] groups, as [[Surgeon General of the United States]].<ref>[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/04/22/trump-replaces-obama-appointee-us-surgeon-general-murthy.html Trump replaces Obama appointee US Surgeon General Murthy]. ''Fox News''. April 22, 2017. Retrieved April 22, 2017.</ref><ref>Hawins, Awr (April 23, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/04/23/president-trump-removes-obamas-pro-gun-control-surgeon-general/ President Trump Removes Obama’s Pro-Gun Control Surgeon General]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 23, 2017.</ref> During the same month, the Trump Administration reassigned two career government officials who had been strongly criticized by conservative organizations.<ref>Toosi, Nahal (April 21, 2017). [http://www.politico.com/story/2017/04/21/sahar-nowrouzzadeh-reassigned-state-department-237466 State Dept. official reassigned amid conservative media attacks]. ''Politico''. Retrieved April 22, 2017.</ref>
 
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*May 5, 2017—President Trump attached a signing statement to a five-month spending bill he signed, ignoring several liberal provisions,<ref>Korte, Gregory (May 5, 2017). [https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2017/05/05/trump-signing-statement-spending-bill-bush-constitutional-issues/101340718/ Trump issues broad, 'Bush-style' signing statement on spending bill]. ''USA Today''. Retrieved May 6, 2017.</ref> such as a statement ordering the administration not to enforce federal marijuana laws in states with [[medical marijuana]].<ref>
 
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* Boyer, Dave (May 5, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/5/trump-issues-signing-statement-spending-bill/ Trump issues statement on spending bill, rejects limits on federal marijuana laws]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 6, 2017.
 
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* Bowden, John (May 5, 2017). [http://thehill.com/policy/finance/332182-trump-pushes-back-against-ban-on-state-medical-marijuana-interference Trump pushes back against ban on state medical marijuana interference]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved May 6, 2017.</ref>
 
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==Non-legislative or policy achievements==
 
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*January 20, 2017—Trump became the first president to say "radical Islamic terrorism" in his inaugural address.<ref name="MostAmerican"/><ref>[http://www.timesofisrael.com/president-trump-puts-fights-against-radical-islamic-terrorism-at-heart-of-inauguration-speech/ President Trump puts fight against ‘radical Islamic terrorism’ at heart of inauguration speech]. ''The Times of Israel''. January 20, 2017. Retrieved January 20, 2017.</ref>
 
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*January 20, 2017—On the same day as his inauguration, Trump filed for re-election in 2020, breaking the political norm, giving him a head start on campaigning, and giving him additional legal freedoms and flexibility.<ref>Schouten, Fredreka (May 7, 2017). [https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2017/05/07/president-donald-trump-uses-election-laws-to-push-agenda/101262288/ President Trump seizes on election rules to push his agenda in new ways]. ''USA Today''. Retrieved May 7, 2017.</ref>
 
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*January 27, 2017—Vice President [[Mike Pence]] became the first vice president in United States history to speak at the annual [[March for Life]] march in Washington D.C.<ref>Sells, Heather (January 27, 2017). [http://www1.cbn.com/cbnnews/politics/2017/january/trump-administration-rallies-behind-march-for-life VP Mike Pence Making History at the March for Life]. ''CBN News''. Retrieved January 27, 2017.</ref><ref>Hickey, Jennifer (January 27, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/us/2017/01/27/massive-attendance-at-march-for-life-could-extend-crowd-size-chatter.html 'Life is winning': Pence fired up March for Life crowd]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved January 27, 2017.</ref> Additionally, Trump senior advisor [[Kellyanne Conway]] also spoke at the event, and Trump himself strongly expressed his support for the march.<ref>Nelson, Louis (January 27, 2017). [http://www.politico.com/story/2017/01/march-for-life-2017-trump-supports-234267 Trump: March for Life demonstrators 'have my full support']. ''Politico''. Retrieved January 27, 2017.</ref><ref>Bilger, Micaiah (January 27, 2017). [http://www.lifenews.com/2017/01/27/president-donald-trump-tweets-march-for-life-you-have-my-full-support/ President Donald Trump Tweets March for Life: “You Have My Full Support!]. ''LifeNews.com''. Retrieved January 27, 2017.</ref>
 
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*President Trump and his administration have not been afraid to criticize the left-wing Obama Administration for its failures. This could be seen regarding Syria and Obama's failed and broken "red line" promise concerning the [[Syrian Civil War]],<ref>
 
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* Moons, Michelle (April 4, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/04/04/white-house-on-syria-heinous-attack-consequence-of-obama-administrations-weakness-and-irresolution/ White House: ‘Heinous’ Syria Chemical Attack a Result of Obama Admin’s ‘Weakness and Irresolution’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 4, 2017.
 
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* [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/04/05/trump-faults-obama-for-middle-east-mess-says-s-now-responsible.html Trump faults Obama for Middle East ‘mess,’ says he’s now responsible]. ''Fox News''. April 5, 2017. Retrieved April 5, 2017.
 
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* [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/04/05/pence-says-chemical-attack-in-syria-reflection-failure-obama-admin-to-confront-violence.html Pence says chemical attack in Syria 'a reflection of the failure' of Obama admin to confront violence]. ''Fox News''. April 5, 2017. Retrieved April 5, 2017.</ref> as well as Homeland Security Secretary John Kelly criticizing the Obama Administration's failure regarding illegal immigration and national security.<ref>Munro, Neil (April 18, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/04/18/dhs-kelly-sacred-duty-protect-america/ DHS Kelly Slams Obama’s Policies, Proclaims ‘Sacred Duty’ To Protect America]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 18, 2017.</ref><ref>Mora, Edwin (April 21, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/texas/2017/04/21/dhs-chief-obama-nothing-truly-secure-border/ DHS Chief: Obama Did ‘Nothing’ to ‘Truly’ Secure Border]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 21, 2017.</ref>
 
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*April 28, 2017—President Trump became the first president since [[Ronald Reagan]] in 1983 to speak at the [[National Rifle Association]]'s annual convention.<ref>Hawkins, Awr (April 15, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/04/15/donald-trump-to-be-first-president-since-reagan-to-speak-at-nra-annual-meetings/ Donald Trump to Be First President Since Reagan to Speak at NRA Annual Meetings]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 28, 2017.</ref><ref>Sherfinski, David (April 28, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/apr/28/trump-nra-crowd-you-came-through-me/ Trump to NRA: ‘You came through for me, and I am going to come through for you’]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved April 28, 2017.</ref>
 
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*It was reported in late April 2017 that nine Trump Administration cabinet members, including Vice President Mike Pence, were participating in a weekly [[Bible study]], and members of the House and Senate were also conducting their own Bible studies.<ref>[http://www1.cbn.com/beltwaybuzz/archive/2017/04/24/trump-cabinet-members-praying-studying-the-bible-together TOP STORY: Trump Cabinet Members Praying, Studying the Bible Together]. ''CBN News''. April 24, 2017. Retrieved April 28, 2017.</ref><ref>Gotera, Jay (April 28, 2017). [http://www.christianpost.com/news/trump-cabinet-members-gather-weekly-for-prayer-session-senate-and-house-also-hold-bible-studies-181770/ Trump Cabinet Members Gather Weekly for Prayer Session; Senate and House Also Hold Bible Studies]. ''The Christian Post''. Retrieved April 29, 2017.</ref><ref>Haverluck, Michael F. (April 29, 2017). [https://www.onenewsnow.com/church/2017/04/27/trump-cabinet-fellowships-thru-prayer-bible-study Trump cabinet fellowships thru prayer, Bible study]. ''One News Now''. Retrieved April 29, 2017.</ref> This suggested that the Trump Administration is, at least in part, striving to be under [[God]].<ref>Bakinski, Pete (April 29, 2017). [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/mike-pence-sponsors-bible-study-for-trump-cabinet Mike Pence sponsors Bible study for Trump cabinet]. ''Life Site News''. Retrieved April 29, 2017.</ref>
 
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*The national debt decreased after President Trump assumed office, unlike Obama.<ref>Moran, Sean (February 27, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/02/27/politifact-says-trump-debt-reduction-statement-correct-despite-labelling-mostly-false/ PolitiFact: Trump Debt Claim ‘Mostly False’ — Even Though His Numbers Are Factual]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 20, 2017.</ref> In Trump's first 100 days in office, the [[National debt of the United States|U.S. national debt]] decreased by $100 billion, as opposed to Obama, where the debt grew by $560 billion by the same point in his presidency.<ref>Hoft, Jim (April 24, 2017). [http://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2017/04/media-reports-looming-government-shutdown-ignores-trump-decreased-us-debt-100b-since-inauguration/ After First Hundred Days Media Ignores Trump Decreased US Debt by $100B Since Inauguration]. ''The Gateway Pundit''. Retrieved May 20, 2017.</ref>
 
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*While newly-inaugurated U.S. Presidents generally give their first commencement addresses at the [[University of Notre Dame]], President Trump gave his at the conservative Christian [[Liberty University]].<ref>[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/13/trump-urges-liberty-graduates-to-find-courage-to-challenge-critics-assails-washington-leaders-as-failed-voices.html Trump urges Liberty graduates to find courage to challenge critics, assails Washington leaders as 'failed voices']. ''Fox News''. May 13, 2017. Retrieved May 13, 2017.</ref> One of his lines was, "In America we don’t worship government, we worship God."<ref>
 
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*Miller, S.A. (May 13, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/13/donald-trump-tells-liberty-university-graduates-we/ Trump at Liberty University: ‘We don’t worship government, we worship God’]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 13, 2017.
 
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*Moons, Michelle (May 13, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/13/president-donald-trumps-1st-commencement-speech-america-dont-worship-government-worship-god/ President Donald Trump’s First Commencement Speech: ‘In America We Don’t Worship Government, We Worship God’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 13, 2017.</ref>
 
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*President Trump has shown strong support for the police and against the anti-police "[[Black Lives Matter]]" movement.<ref>Boyer, Dave (May 15, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/15/donald-trump-police-need-better-protection/ Trump takes aim at Black Lives Matter, slams ‘hostility and violence’ against police]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 15, 2017.</ref>
 
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*June 8, 2017—President Trump showed his support for [[coal]] by sending a surprise video message for the opening of a new coal mine, saying that "I want you to know each and every day, I'm fighting for you and all the forgotten men and women of America."<ref>
 
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*Siciliano, John (June 8, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/trump-sends-surprise-message-to-coal-miners/article/2625414 Trump sends surprise message to coal miners]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 8, 2017.
 
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*Spiering, Charlie (June 9, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/09/were-digging-coal-again-donald-trump-celebrates-opening-of-new-pennsylvania-coal-mine/ ‘We’re Digging Coal Again’ — Donald Trump Celebrates Opening of New Pennsylvania Coal Mine]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 9, 2017.
 
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*Starr, Penny (June 12, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/12/winning-trump-touts-opening-new-coal-mine-pennsylvania/ Winning: Trump Touts Opening of New Coal Mine in Pennsylvania]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 12, 2017.</ref>
 
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*June 8, 2017—President Trump spoke to the Faith and Freedom Coalition, showing strong support for evangelical Christians and [[religious liberty]]. He repeated the statement he made at Liberty University: "in America, we don't worship government. We worship God."<ref>
 
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*Miller, S.A. (June 8, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/8/donald-trump-shores-up-evangelical-support-but-ali/ Trump shores up evangelical support but alienates gays]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 8, 2017.
 
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*Arter, Melanie (June 8, 2017). [http://www.cnsnews.com/news/article/melanie-arter/trump-america-we-dont-worship-government-we-worship-god Trump: 'In America, We Don't Worship Government - We Worship God']. ''CNS News''. Retrieved June 8, 2017.</ref>
 
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*June 18, 2017—In celebrating [[Father's Day]], President Trump stated that "fathers have the ability and responsibility to instill in us core values we carry into adulthood.  The examples they set and the lessons they impart about hard work, dedication to family, faith in God, and believing in ourselves establish the moral foundation for success that allows us to live up to our full potential."<ref>Starr, Penny (June 18, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/18/president-trumps-fathers-day-proclamation-dads-have-responsibility-to-instill-in-us-core-values/ President Trump’s Father’s Day Proclamation: Dads Have Responsibility to ‘Instill in Us Core Values’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 18, 2017.</ref> The Department of Education invited members of the [[Family Research Council]] and [[Focus on the Family]] to a Father's Day event.<ref>Berry, Susan (June 18, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/18/lgbt-rights-groups-slam-trump-admin-fathers-day-event-with-traditional-marriage-advocates/ LGBT Rights Groups Slam Trump Admin Father’s Day Event with Traditional Marriage Advocates]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 18, 2017.</ref>
 
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*The Republican Party did not lose any of the special congressional elections held in early 2017 that were vacated by Republicans – the elections were framed as being referendums on Trump's presidency – despite attempts by Democrats to flip the seats.<ref>
 
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*Jones, Susan (June 21, 2017). [http://www.cnsnews.com/news/article/susan-jones/republicans-sweep-all-four-their-special-elections Republicans Sweep All Four of Their Special Elections]. ''CNSNews''. Retrieved June 21, 2017.
 
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*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/06/21/dem-losses-pile-up-with-handel-win-complicating-house-takeover-plans.html Dem losses pile up with Handel win, complicating House takeover plans]. ''Fox News''. June 21, 2017. Retrieved June 21, 2017.
 
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*Derespina, Cody (June 21, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/06/21/trump-links-democratic-losses-to-obstruction.html Georgia race: Trump casts GOP winning streak as rejection of Dem ‘obstruction’]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved June 21, 2017.
 
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*Boyer, Dave (June 21, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/21/donald-trump-celebrates-gop-house-wins-georgia-sou/ Trump celebrates GOP House wins in Georgia, South Carolina]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 21, 2017.
 
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*Shelbourne, Mallory (June 21, 2017). [http://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/338897-trump-gop-is-5-0-on-special-elections Trump: GOP is 5-0 on special elections]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved June 22, 2017.
 
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*Savransky, Rebecca (June 22, 2017). [http://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/338926-gingrich-media-was-right-special-elections-were-a-referendum Gingrich: Media was right, special elections were a referendum]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved June 22, 2017.</ref> The most notable example was the special election held in Georgia's 6th congressional district on June 20, 2017, where Republican [[Karen Handel]] defeated her Democrat opponent in a highly-watched election,<ref name="HandelWins">
 
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*McLaughlin, Seth (June 20, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/20/karen-handel-defeats-jon-ossoff-georgia-race/ Republican Handel wins runoff for Georgia seat in House]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 21, 2017.
 
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*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/06/20/republican-handel-wins-georgia-special-house-election.html Republican Handel wins Georgia special House election]. ''Fox News''. June 20, 2017. Retrieved June 21, 2017.
 
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*Leahy, Michael Patrick (June 20, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/20/republican-karen-handel-wins-special-election-in-georgias-sixth-congressional-district/ Republican Karen Handel Wins Special Election in Georgia’s Sixth Congressional District]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 21, 2017.</ref> despite Hollywood celebrities actively campaigning for the Democrat,<ref>
 
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*Nussbaum, Daniel (June 20, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-hollywood/2017/06/20/hollywood-reacts-ossoff-loss-grouphug-get/ Hollywood Melts Down After Ossoff Loss: ‘Grouphug, Get In’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 21, 2017.
 
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*[http://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/2017/06/21/jon-ossoff-loses-georgia-election-to-karen-handel-despite-hollywood-help.html Jon Ossoff loses Georgia election to Karen Handel despite Hollywood help]. ''Fox News''. June 21, 2017. Retrieved June 21, 2017.</ref> and despite the Democrat's spending advantage (the House race was the most expensive U.S. House race in history).<ref name="HandelWins"/><ref>Pramuk, Jacob (June 20, 2017). [http://www.cnbc.com/2017/06/20/georgia-election-results-karen-handel-wins-house-special-election.html GOP's Karen Handel wins most expensive House race ever, dashing Democrat upset hopes]. ''CNBC''. Retrieved June 21, 2017.</ref> The election was a clear win for President Trump and his agenda<ref>
 
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*Pollak, Joel B. (June 20, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/20/karen-handel-win-clears-road-donald-trumps-agenda/ Karen Handel’s Win Clears Road for Donald Trump’s Agenda]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 21, 2017.
 
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*Antle III, W. James (June 20, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/trump-passed-test-in-georgia-even-though-he-wasnt-on-the-ballot/article/2626564 Trump passed test in Georgia, even though he wasn't on the ballot]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 21, 2017.
 
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*Drucker, David M. (June 20, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/republicans-breathe-easy-after-handel-beats-ossoff-in-georgia/article/2626586 Republicans breathe easy after Handel beats Ossoff in Georgia]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 21, 2017.
 
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*Westwood, Sarah (June 22, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/energized-trump-takes-victory-lap-after-republican-special-election-wins/article/2626739 Energized Trump takes victory lap after Republican special election wins]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 22, 2017.
 
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*Wong, Scott (June 22, 2017). [http://thehill.com/homenews/house/338892-special-election-sweep-boosts-trump-agenda Special election sweep boosts Trump agenda]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved June 22, 2017.</ref> and showed the weakness and poor messaging of the Democrat Party.<ref name="DemocratLoss">
 
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*Weber, Joseph (June 21, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/06/21/dems-acknowledge-anti-trump-message-falling-short-after-georgia-loss.html Dems acknowledge anti-Trump message falling short after Georgia loss]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved June 22, 2017.
 
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*McLaughlin, Seth (June 21, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/21/jon-ossoffs-defeat-puts-democrats-at-loss/ Democrats at a loss for explanation after another special-election defeat]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 22, 2017.
 
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*Lillis, Mike (June 21, 2017). [http://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/338891-dems-point-fingers-after-crushing-loss Dems point fingers after crushing loss]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved June 22, 2017.</ref>
 
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==The courts==
 
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===Supreme Court===
 
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[[File:Donald Trump with Neil Gorsuch Jan. 31, 2017.jpg|thumb|200px|President Trump announcing his nomination of Gorsuch, January 31, 2017.]]
 
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[[File:Neil Gorsuch swearing-in, April 10, 2017.jpg|thumb|200px|President Trump looks on as Gorsuch is sworn-in.]]
 
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On January 31, 2017, Trump nominated [[Neil Gorsuch]] to the [[Supreme Court of the United States|U.S. Supreme Court]].<ref>Klukowski, Ken (January 31, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/01/31/trump-nominates-judge-neil-gorsuch-supreme-court/ Trump Nominates Judge Neil Gorsuch to Supreme Court]. ''Breitbart''. Retrieved January 31, 2017.</ref><ref>Hurley, Lawrence; Holland, Steve (January 31, 2017). [http://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-court-trump-idUSKBN15F1OW Trump picks conservative judge Gorsuch for U.S. Supreme Court]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved January 31, 2017.</ref> The nomination was well received by many conservatives.<ref>Chamberlain, Steve (January 31, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/01/31/reaction-to-trumps-supreme-court-pick-split-along-partisan-lines.html Conservatives hail Trump's Supreme Court pick]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved January 31, 2017.</ref><ref>Ertelt, Steven (January 31, 2017). [http://www.lifenews.com/2017/01/31/president-donald-trump-nominates-pro-life-friendly-judge-neil-gorsuch-to-the-supreme-court/ President Donald Trump Nominates Pro-Life-Friendly Judge Neil Gorsuch to the Supreme Court]. ''LifeNews.com''. Retrieved January 31, 2017.</ref> Others, however, such as [[Andrew Schlafly]], disagreed with the nomination due to concerns about Gorsuch's position on abortion.<ref>Dannenfelser, Marjorie (January 31, 2017). [http://townhall.com/columnists/marjoriedannenfelser/2017/01/31/the-truth-about-trumps-prolife-scotus-list-n2279232 The Truth about Trump’s Pro-life SCOTUS List]. ''Townhall''. Retrieved February 1, 2017.</ref><ref>http://www.conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Template:Mainpageright&diff=1302133&oldid=1301962</ref> The Senate ultimately confirmed Gorsuch on a vote of 54–45, even though the GOP was forced to initiate the [[nuclear option]] and lowering the vote threshold to overturn a [[filibuster]] for Supreme Court nominees due to Democrat obstructionism.<ref>Berger, Judson (April 7, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/04/07/gorsuch-confirmed-to-supreme-court.html Gorsuch confirmed to Supreme Court]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved April 7, 2017.</ref> Gorsuch assumed office on April 10, 2017.<ref>[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/04/10/gorsuch-sworn-in-as-supreme-court-justice-ahead-key-cases.html Gorsuch sworn in as Supreme Court justice ahead of key cases]. ''Fox News''. April 10, 2017. Retrieved April 10, 2017.</ref> The appointment and confirmation of Gorsuch within Trump's [[first 100 days]] in office was considered a major achievement for Trump.<ref>Klukowski, Ken (May 4, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/04/trump-appointment-of-gorsuch-an-epic-100-day-success/ Trump Appointment of Gorsuch an Epic 100-Day Success]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 4, 2017.</ref>
 
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===Notable court cases===
 
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Several Supreme Court cases in 2017 advanced conservative ideals. These cases included a ruling that a government ban on offensive trademarks was unconstitutional,<ref>
 
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*Swoyer, Alex (June 19, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/19/supreme-court-says-government-cant-refuse-disparag/ Boost to Redskins case: Supreme Court says government can’t refuse disparaging trademarks]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 27, 2017.
 
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*Mason, Ian (June 19, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/19/supreme-court-strikes-down-ban-on-racially-disparaging-trademarks/ Supreme Court Strikes Down Ban on ‘Racially Disparaging’ Trademarks]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 27, 2017.
 
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*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/06/19/supreme-court-sides-with-slants-rules-ban-on-offensive-names-is-unconstitutional.html Supreme Court sides with The Slants, rules ban on offensive names is unconstitutional]. ''Fox News''. June 19, 2017. Retrieved June 27, 2017.</ref> that states could not exclude churches from public aid for secular purposes<ref>
 
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*Mason, Ian (June 26, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/26/supreme-court-rules-states-cannot-exclude-all-churches-public-aid/ Supreme Court Rules States Cannot Exclude All Churches from Public Aid]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 27, 2017.
 
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*Chakraborty, Barnini (June 26, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/06/26/supreme-court-rules-for-missouri-church-in-dispute-over-public-funding-access.html Supreme Court rules for Missouri church in dispute over public funding access]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved June 27, 2017.
 
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*Swoyer, Alex (June 26, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/26/supreme-court-rules-state-cant-bar-funds-church-pu/ Supreme Court rules state can’t bar funds to church for public benefit]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 27, 2017.</ref> and affirmed that naturalized citizens could lose their citizenship if they gained it through lying.<ref>
 
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*Swoyer, Alex (June 22, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/22/supreme-court-limits-governments-ability-strip-cit/ Supreme Court limits government’s ability to strip citizenship]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 27, 2017.
 
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*Klukowski, Ken (June 24, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/24/supreme-court-immigrants-lie-feds-become-citizens-may-lose-citizenship/ Supreme Court: Immigrants Who Lie to Feds to Become Citizens May Lose Citizenship]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 27, 2017.</ref> The Court partially reinstated President Trump's [[travel ban]] pending hearings to be held in October.<ref name="TravelBanportions"/> The Court also rejected hearing an appellate court case regarding Second Amendment rights, meaning that the court's ruling that people convicted of non-serious misdemeanors would not lose their rights to bear weapons.<ref>Hawkins, Awr (June 26, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/26/supreme-court-individuals-committing-non-erious-misdemeanor-crimes-not-lose-fundamental-rights/ SCOTUS Lets Ruling Stand Protecting Second Amendment Rights Following Non-Serious Misdemeanors]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 27, 2017.</ref>
 
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However, the Court made several decisions going against conservative ideals. The Court continued its expansion of the [[homosexual agenda]] by striking down an [[Arkansas]] law requiring biological parents to be names on birth cirtificates.<ref>
 
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*Lovelace, Ryan (June 26, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/supreme-court-rules-arkansas-birth-certificate-law-unconstitutional-following-legalization-of-same-sex-marriage/article/2627103 Supreme Court rules Arkansas birth certificate law unconstitutional following legalization of same-sex marriage]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 27, 2017.
 
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*Starr, Penny (June 26, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/26/scotus-extends-homosexual-rights-to-include-birth-certificates-that-name-unrelated-spouse-as-second-parent/ SCOTUS Extends Homosexual Rights to Include Birth Certificates That Name Unrelated Spouse as Second Parent]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 27, 2017.</ref> Additionally, the Court refused to hear a case on whether the Second Amendment applies to carrying guns outside the home, thus keeping in place a California law requiring a "good reason" to obtain a [[concealed carry]] permit.<ref>
 
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*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/06/26/us-supreme-court-declines-to-take-up-2nd-amendment-case-look-at-california-law.html US Supreme Court declines to take up 2nd Amendment case: A look at the California law]. ''Fox News''. June 26, 2017. Retrieved June 27, 2017.
 
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*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/06/26/justices-thomas-gorsuch-blast-court-decision-to-reject-gun-rights-appeal.html Justices Thomas, Gorsuch blast court decision to reject gun rights appeal]. ''Fox News''. June 26, 2017. Retrieved June 27, 2017.</ref>
 
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==Trump and the stock market==
 
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Despite expectations that Trump's election victory would cause the markets to plunge, the [[Dow Jones Industrial Average]] actually performed very strongly, closing at the highest level it had ever reached in history after the second day.<ref name="MarketRally">La Monica, Paul R. (November 10, 2016). [http://money.cnn.com/2016/11/10/investing/markets-stocks-donald-trump-rally/index.html The 'yuge' Donald Trump market rally continues]. ''CNN Money''. Retrieved November 10, 2016.</ref> It is rare for the stock market to rise immediately after a U.S. presidential election regardless of the winner.<ref name="MarketRally"/> The stock market had its best week in five years due to the optimism of a Trump presidency.<ref>Craig, Victoria (November 11, 2016). [http://www.foxbusiness.com/markets/2016/11/11/trump-optimism-propels-dow-to-best-week-in-five-years.html Trump Optimism Propels Dow to Best Week in Five Years]. ''Fox Business''. Retrieved November 12, 2016.</ref>
 
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Trump was very busy in his first week and showed he was serious about his campaign promises. This caused the [[stock market]] to increase, and the [[Dow Jones]] passed 20,000 points for the first time in its history.<ref>Imbert, Fred (January 25, 2017). [http://www.cnbc.com/2017/01/25/us-markets.html Dow closes above 20,000 for first time as Trump orders send stocks flying]. ''CNBC''. Retrieved January 25, 2017.</ref><ref>Craig, Victoria (January 25, 2017). [http://www.foxbusiness.com/markets/2017/01/25/dow-races-past-20k-in-reinvigorated-trump-rally.html Dow Races Past 20K in Reinvigorated Trump Rally]. ''Fox Business''. Retrieved January 25, 2017.</ref> It had been only 42 days since the Dow Jones passed 19,000 points, making it the second-fastest 1,000 point move of the Dow in its history.<ref>Decambre, Mark (January 25, 2017). [http://www.marketwatch.com/story/dow-cracks-20000-milestone-intraday-for-the-first-time-2017-01-25 Dow clambers above 20,000 — marks 2nd-fastest run to a milestone in history]. ''MarketWatch''. Retrieved May 18, 2017.</ref> On March 1, 2017, the day after Trump made his first address to a joint-session of Congress, the stock market rose dramatically again, with the Dow Jones passing the 21,000 mark for the first time in history.<ref>Witkowski, Wallace; Mahmudova, Anora (March 1, 2017). [http://www.marketwatch.com/story/wall-street-stocks-set-to-resume-rally-on-fed-rate-hike-hopes-trump-relief-2017-03-01 Dow closes above 21,000 as stocks soar after Trump speech]. ''MarketWatch''. Retrieved March 1, 2017.</ref><ref>Holcomb, John (March 1, 2017). [https://townhall.com/tipsheet/justinholcomb/2017/03/01/stock-market-booms-past-21000-for-the-first-time-in-history-n2292388 The Trump Bump: Stock Market Hits 21,000 for the First Time in History]. ''Townhall''. Retrieved March 1, 2017.</ref><ref>DeSoto, Randy (March 1, 2017). [http://www.westernjournalism.com/stock-market-hits-new-high-follow-trumps-speech-to-congress/ Stock Market Hits New High Following Trump’s Speech To Congress]. ''Western Journalism''. Retrieved March 1, 2017.</ref> The stock market had one of the best performances in the [[first 100 days]] of Trump's presidency compared to the first 100 days of previous presidents in U.S. history.<ref>
 
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*Carney, John (May 1, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/economics/2017/05/01/trumps-first-100-days-stock-markets-best-ever-expansionary-rally/ Donald Trump’s First 100 Days: Stock Market’s Best-Ever Expansionary Rally]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 1, 2017.
 
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*Craig, Victoria (April 28, 2017). [http://www.foxbusiness.com/markets/2017/04/28/trumps-first-100-days-gets-from-wall-street-b-from-main.html Trump's First 100 Days Gets an 'A' from Wall Street, 'B' from Main]. ''Fox Business''. Retrieved May 16, 2017.
 
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*Egan, Matt (April 28, 2017). [http://money.cnn.com/2017/04/28/investing/trump-rally-wall-street-100-days/ Trump rally is 2nd best since JFK]. ''CNN Money''. Retrieved May 16, 2017.
 
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*Domm, Patti (April 28, 2017). [http://www.cnbc.com/2017/04/28/trump-helped-make-stock-market-a-winner-in-first-100-days-but-the-next-100-could-be-harder.html Trump helped make stock market a winner in first 100 days, but the next 100 could be harder]. ''CNBC''. Retrieved May 16, 2017.</ref>
 
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On June 1, 2017, the same day President Trump announced his decision to withdraw from the Paris Climate Agreement, and the day after,
 
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<ref>Witkowski, Wallace; Mahmudova, Anora (June 2, 2017). [http://www.marketwatch.com/story/us-stocks-poised-to-bust-out-new-records-as-optimism-about-payrolls-data-builds-2017-06-02?dist=markets Stock market closes at records as tech leads gains]. ''MarketWatch''. Retrieved June 3, 2017.</ref> the stock market rose strongly, mainly due to news of increased economic growth.<ref>
 
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*Mikolajczak, Chuck (June 1, 2017). [http://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-stocks-idUSKBN18S4W5 Wall Street rises as data points to accelerating economy]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved June 3, 2017.
 
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*Owusu, Tony (June 1, 2017). [https://www.thestreet.com/story/14159220/1/solar-coal-stocks-react-to-trump-s-exit-from-paris-climate.html Markets Close at Record High Following Trump's Paris Climate Accord Announcement]. ''TheStreet''. Retrieved June 3, 2017.
 
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*[http://www.foxbusiness.com/markets/2017/06/01/wall-street-hits-record-highs-as-economy-seen-accelerating.html Wall Street hits record highs as economy seen accelerating].
 
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''Fox Business''. Retrieved June 3, 2017.
 
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However, coal and oil stocks decreased on June 1:
 
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*Rocco, Metthew (June 1, 2017). [http://www.foxbusiness.com/markets/2017/06/01/trumps-move-to-exit-paris-climate-pact-hits-oil.html Trump's move to exit Paris climate pact hits oil]. ''Fox Business''. Retrieved June 3, 2017.
 
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*Campos, Rodrigo; Groom, Nichola (June 1, 2017). [http://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-climatechange-winners-idUSKBN18R2BO U.S. coal stocks fall; exit from climate deal may hurt, not help]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved June 3, 2017.</ref>
 
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Of course, the stock market did not see only growth during the Trump Administration; on May 17, 2017, for example, the Dow Jones fell 372 points (1.78%) due to the fallout from the [[James Comey]] controversy.<ref>Craig, Victoria (May 17, 2017). [http://www.foxbusiness.com/markets/2017/05/17/trump-comey-turmoil-socks-wall-street-stocks-see-worst-day-in-eight-months.html Trump-Comey Turmoil Socks Wall Street, Stocks See Worst Day in Eight Months]. ''Fox Business''. Retrieved May 17, 2017.</ref>
 
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== Trump's victories over the liberal media establishment ==
 
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{{See also|Fake news|Liberal media}}
 
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*Donald Trump helped further discredit the [[mainstream media]] due to his repeatedly challenging their honesty and by demonstrating that their predictions regarding his candidacy were repeatedly false.  Americans who  trust the media is at 32%, an all-time low, according to the Gallup organization.<ref>[http://www.gallup.com/poll/195542/americans-trust-mass-media-sinks-new-low.aspx Americans' Trust in Mass Media Sinks to New Low]</ref> Additionally, between the 2016 election and late January, trust in the media fell from 21 to 15 percent among Trump voters, and even among Clinton voters it fell from 57 to 51 percent.<ref>Spiering, Charlie (January 31, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/01/31/poll-15-percent-donald-trump-voters-trust-media/ Poll: Only 15 Percent of Donald Trump Voters Trust Media]. ''Breitbart''. Retrieved January 31, 2017.</ref>
 
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*Donald Trump's humor has cut down leading media figures to size. He told Wolf Blitzer of CNN that if [[Megyn Kelly]] didn't repeatedly attack him, her audience would be even smaller than Blitzer's.  When asked by [[George Stephanopoulos]] what his biggest mistakes were on the campaign trail, he pointed that Stephanopoulos has regrets too and pointed out his donation to the Clinton Foundation.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zJaU8KmNfRQ Donald Trump destroys George Stephanopoulos]</ref>
 
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*At an hour-long press conference on February 16, 2017, Trump repeatedly criticized the press as biased and "so dishonest ... out of control."<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.cnn.com/2017/02/16/politics/donald-trump-press-conference-amazing-day-in-history/index.html|title=An amazing moment in history: Donald Trump's press conference|accessdate=February 16, 2017}}</ref>
 
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*On February 17, 2017, Trump tweeted: "The FAKE NEWS media (failing @nytimes, @NBCNews, @ABC, @CBS, @CNN) is not my enemy, it is the enemy of the American People!"<ref>Greenwood, Mark (February 17, 2017). [http://thehill.com/homenews/administration/320168-trump-the-media-is-the-enemy-of-the-american-people Trump tweets: The media is the 'enemy of the American people']. ''The Hill''. Retrieved February 27, 2017.</ref>
 
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*On February 24, 2017, President Trump excluded several liberal media organizations from attending a press briefing.<ref>Fabian, Jordan (February 24, 2017). [http://thehill.com/homenews/administration/321049-white-house-hand-picks-select-media-for-briefing White House hand-picks select media outlets for briefing]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved February 27, 2017.</ref><ref>Pollak, Joel B. (February 24, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-journalism/2017/02/24/fake-news-media-outrage-white-house-exclusion/ Media Outrage over White House ‘Exclusion’ is Fake News]. ''Breitbart''. Retrieved February 27, 2017.</ref>
 
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*Rather than spend his [[First 100 days|100th day in office]] attending the White House Correspondents Dinner with its left-wing [[anti-Trump]] journalists and media figures, Trump went to Pennsylvania to hold a Trump Rally for his supporters.<ref>Persons, Sally (April 29, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/apr/29/donald-trump-harrisburg-mark-his-100th-day-office/ Trump marks his 100th day in office, lists successes, takes dig at ‘boring’ WHCD]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved April 30, 2017.</ref><ref>Miles, Frank (April 29, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/04/29/trump-pennsylvania-rally-president-marks-first-promises-made-and-kept-in-office.html Trump Pennsylvania Rally: President marks first promises made and kept in office]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved April 30, 2017.</ref> Trump became the first president since Reagan in 1981 to skip the dinner.<ref>Althoff, Eric (April 30, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/apr/30/white-house-correspondents-dinner-goes-on-without-/ White House Correspondents Dinner goes on without President Trump]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved April 30, 2017.</ref>
 
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*On May 17, 2017, under heavy fire from liberals and the mainstream media for controversies regarding [[James Comey]] and [[Russia]], Trump, in a commencement speech at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy in New London, Connecticut, criticized the media and made clear that he would stand his ground and not give up. He stated that "I didn’t get elected to serve the Washington media—I got elected to serve the forgotten men and women and that’s exactly what I’m doing."<ref>Spiering, Charlie (May 17, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/17/donald-trump-vows-to-fight-on-no-politician-in-history-has-been-treated-worse-or-more-unfairly/ Donald Trump: ‘I Didn’t Get Elected to Serve the Washington Media’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 17, 2017.</ref><ref>Singman, Brooke (May 17, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/17/trump-takes-on-media-during-coast-guard-commencement-speech.html Trump takes on media during Coast Guard commencement speech]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved May 17, 2017.</ref>
 
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*Rather than holding a press conference after his first foreign trip, President Trump gave a speech to U.S. soldiers.<ref name="TroopsPress Conference"/>
 
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*June 9, 2017—When President Trump held a press conference with the [[Romania]]n prime minister, CNN and ''The New York Times'' were assigned seats in the back of the Rose Garden.<ref>Lee, Tony (June 9, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-journalism/2017/06/09/cnn-new-york-times-whine-relegated-siberia-trump-press-conference/ CNN, NYT Reporters Whine After Trump WH Relegates Them to ‘Siberia’ Section]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 10, 2017.</ref>
 
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=== Trump's establishment of a massive direct line to the public via social media ===
 
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Via [[Twitter]], [[Facebook]], Instagram, and [[YouTube]], Trump established a massive direct link to the American public unfiltered by the mainstream media. His social media audience was about 45 million people at the time of his inauguration in January 2017.<ref>Steeve, Dustin (January 17, 2017). [https://thefederalist.com/2017/01/17/donald-trumps-social-media-use-key-sidelining-press/ Donald Trump’s Social Media Use Is Key To Sidelining The Press]. ''The Federalist''. Retrieved June 4, 2017.</ref> Trump has used his social media platform for, among other things, criticizing political correctness and [[gun control]].<ref>Feldscher, Kyle (June 4, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/trump-slams-political-correctness-and-gun-control-activists-after-london-attacks/article/2624894 Trump slams 'political correctness' and gun control activists after London attacks]. ''The Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 4, 2017.</ref>
 
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President Trump himself noted that he could "get the honest and unfiltered message out" through Twitter, and he wrote on the social media site that "if I would have relied on the Fake News of CNN, NBC, ABC, CBS, washpost or nytimes, I would have had ZERO chance winning WH."<ref>Miller, S.A. (June 6, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/6/donald-trump-vows-continue-tweeting-i-can-get-hone/ Trump vows to continue tweeting: ‘I can get the honest and unfiltered message out’]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 6, 2017.</ref><ref>Quinn, Melissa (June 6, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/trump-media-hates-my-honest-and-unfiltered-twitter-messages/article/2625046 Trump: Media hates my 'honest and unfiltered' Twitter messages]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 6, 2017.</ref><ref>Greenwood, Max (June 16, 2017). [http://thehill.com/homenews/administration/338094-trump-fake-news-media-hates-when-i-use-twitter Trump: 'Fake News Media hates when I use' Twitter]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved June 16, 2017.</ref> Although opposed by the [[establishment]], President Trump's use of Twitter was supported by his base.<ref>Miller, S.A. (June 6, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/6/donald-trumps-twitter-feed-welcome-change-to-suppo/ Trump supporters urge him to keep tweeting and taking on the establishment]. ''Washington Times''. Retrieved June 6, 2017.</ref>
 
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===Trump's association with conservative media===
 
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Rather than associate with the leftist mainstream media, Trump has associated himself with the [[conservative media]], particularly [[Fox News]].<ref>Stelter, Brian (March 19, 2017). [http://www.nbc-2.com/story/34948054/donald-trump-a-fox-news-president Donald Trump: A Fox News president]. ''nbc-2.com''. Retrieved March 19, 2017.</ref> In April 2017, President Trump hosted a media briefing exclusively for conservative media outlets.<ref>Spiering, Charlie (April 24, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/04/24/donald-trump-invites-conservative-media-to-white-house-for-exclusive-briefing/ Donald Trump Invites Conservative Media to White House for Exclusive Briefing]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 25, 2017.</ref> He met with libertarian-conservative commentator and conspiracy theorist [[Alex Jones]] in December 2015,<ref name="BlakeMay2017">Blake, Andrew (May 2, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/2/white-house-credentials-pending-infowars-website-a/ White House credentials ‘pending’ for Infowars website, founder Alex Jones says]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 17, 2017.</ref><ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FJqLAleEnKw&t=124s Alex Jones & Donald Trump Bombshell Full Interview]. ''The Alex Jones Channel -- YouTube''. December 2, 2015. Retrieved May 17, 2017.</ref> becoming the first president to have ever met with Jones according to Jones's website.<ref name="AlexJones">Jones, Alex (November 12, 2016). [http://www.infowars.com/donald-trump-kept-his-promise-to-the-alex-jones-show/ DONALD TRUMP KEPT HIS PROMISE TO THE ALEX JONES SHOW]. ''Infowars.com''. Retrieved January 5, 2017.</ref>
 
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Much to the consternation of liberals and the mainstream media,<ref>
 
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*Riddell, Kelly (February 13, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/feb/13/mainstream-media-whines-trump-calls-less-establish/ Mainstream media whines as Trump calls on less established news outlets]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 6, 2017.
 
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*Heer, Jeet (March 2017). [https://newrepublic.com/minutes/140896/sean-spicer-turns-white-house-safe-space-conservative-media Sean Spicer turns the White House into a safe space for conservative media]. ''New Republic''. Retrieved June 6, 2017.
 
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*Corcoran, Michael (March 31, 2017). [http://fair.org/home/study-sean-spicers-handpicked-press-corps/ Study: Sean Spicer’s Handpicked Press Corps]. ''Fairness & Accuracy in Reporting''. Retrieved June 6, 2017.</ref> the Trump Administration was much more friendly towards and, during press briefings, called more often upon conservative<ref>
 
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*Kamisar, Ben (February 15, 2017). [http://thehill.com/homenews/administration/319696-trump-presser-takes-questions-exclusively-from-conservative-media Trump presser takes questions exclusively from conservative media]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved June 6, 2017.
 
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*Godlasky, Anne (February 15, 2017). [https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2017/02/15/trump-spicer-questions-conservative-media/97950144/ Trump continues trend of calling on conservative media]. ''USA Today''. Retrieved June 6, 2017.
 
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*Embury-Dennis, Tom (February 15, 2017). [http://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/donald-trump-right-wing-news-press-conference-benjamin-netanyahu-fox-news-fake-news-a7582491.html Donald Trump only takes questions from right-wing news outlets for third press conference in a row]. ''The Independent''. Retrieved June 8, 2017.
 
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*Easley, Jonathan (April 26, 2017). [http://thehill.com/homenews/administration/330558-trump-faces-conundrum-with-conservative-media Trump faces conundrum with conservative media]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved June 6, 2017.</ref> and smaller<ref>Wegmann, Philip (February 13, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/sean-spicer-has-battled-the-mainstream-media-by-calling-on-smaller-outlets/article/2614662 Sean Spicer has battled the mainstream media by calling on smaller outlets]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 6, 2017.</ref> media outlets compared to previous administrations. For example, the first three journalists Press Secretary [[Sean Spicer]] ever called upon during his tenure as secretary were "conservative-leaning" (the [[Associated Press]] traditionally received the first question).<ref>Weast, Madeleine (January 23, 2017). [http://freebeacon.com/politics/spicer-gives-first-three-questions-wh-press-sec-conservative-leaning-journalists/ Spicer Gives First Three Questions as White House Press Sec. to Conservative-Leaning Journalists]. ''The Washington Free Beacon''. Retrieved June 6, 2017.</ref> This did not stop the conservative media from asking tough questions to the Trump Administration.<ref>Spike, Carlett; Vernon, Pete (February 24, 2017). [https://www.cjr.org/analysis/spicer-briefings-press-skype-questions-mainstream-trump.php We analyzed two weeks of Spicer press briefings. Here’s what we learned.] ''Columbia Journalism Review''. Retrieved June 6, 2017.</ref><ref>[https://www.rt.com/usa/387088-trump-border-wall-spicer-breitbart/ ‘That’s the wall Trump promised?’ Spicer & Breitbart journalist clash over Mexican border barrier]. ''RT''. May 4, 2017. Retrieved June 6, 2017.</ref>
 
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== Trump's victory over political correctness ==
 
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Trump has strongly and successfully challenged [[political correctness]], particularly during his 2016 presidential campaign. He insisted on using the term "[[anchor baby]]" despite a reporter saying the term was offensive.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TPKuYhKanao Donald Trump: I'll keep saying "anchor baby" even if it's not PC.]</ref> He uses the term "Islamic terrorism". He says he will use the words "Merry Christmas".
 
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In June 2017, after an [[Islamic terrorism|Islamic terrorist attack]] in the [[United Kingdom]], President Trump used his social media platform to call for the end of political correctness.<ref>
 
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*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/06/04/trump-assails-political-correctness-in-tweet-on-terror-attacks.html Trump assails 'political correctness' in tweet on terror attacks]. ''Fox News''. June 4, 2017. Retrieved June 4, 2017.
 
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*Miller, S.A. (June 4, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/4/trump-warns-being-politically-correct-jeopardizes-/ Trump warns being ‘politically correct’ jeopardizes security against terrorists]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 4, 2017.</ref>
 
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==Failures and possible failures==
 
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*January 31, 2017—President [[Donald Trump]] announced he would keep a 2014 executive order signed by former President Obama that gave protected status to homosexual employees of the government and federal contractors.<ref>Craine, Patrick B. (January 31, 2017). [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/breaking-trump-wont-overturn-obama-order-granting-special-rights-to-lgbt-go BREAKING: Trump won’t overturn Obama’s special rights for LGBT gov’t workers]. ''Life Site News''. Retrieved February 3, 2017.</ref><ref>Rodriguez, Katherine (January 31, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/01/31/trump-continue-enforce-obamas-executive-order-protecting-lgbtq-federal-workers/ Trump to Keep Obama Executive Order Protecting LGBTQ Federal Workers]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved March 30, 2017.</ref> Additionally, [[Ivanka Trump]] and [[Jared Kushner]] reportedly derailed a proposed executive order protecting religious liberty at the same time.<ref>LaBarbera, Peter (February 9, 2017). [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/ivanka-trump-husband-reportedly-stopped-religious-freedom-order-pence-affir Ivanka Trump, husband reportedly stopped religious freedom order; Pence affirms pro-LGBT rights move]. ''LifeSiteNews.com''. Retrieved April 8, 2017.</ref> However, [[Homosexual rights advocacy|supporters of homosexual privileges]] claimed that a March 27, 2017 order, which repealed much of Obama's 2014 executive order, went against Trump's statement to keep the 2014 Obama order (which, if true, would annul this supposed failure).<ref>O'Hara, Mary Emily (March 29, 2017). [http://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/lgbtq-advocates-say-trump-s-news-executive-order-makes-them-n740301 LGBTQ Advocates Say Trump’s New Executive Order Makes Them Vulnerable to Discrimination]. ''NBC News''. Retrieved March 30, 2017.</ref>
 
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*February 2017—Despite enacting a crackdown on illegal immigration,<ref name="BergerDHSsurge">Berger, Judson (February 21, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/02/21/dhs-secretary-orders-immigration-agent-hiring-surge-end-to-catch-and-release.html DHS secretary orders immigration agent hiring surge, end to 'catch-and-release']. ''Fox News''. Retrieved February 21, 2017.</ref> the Trump Administration took a softer stance of illegal immigration than many conservatives had hoped and as the Left had expected.<ref>Dinan, Stephen (June 18, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/18/donald-trumps-immigration-policies-keep-advocates-/ Trump’s immigration policies keep advocates on their toes]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 19, 2017.</ref> President Trump announced he would keep [[Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals]] (DACA), a program started in 2012 which basically allows illegal immigrants who came to the U.S. as children to stay.<ref>Kopan, Tal; Jarrett, Laura (February 21, 2017). [http://www.cnn.com/2017/02/21/politics/daca-dreamers-donald-trump-both-ways/ Trump keeps DACA but chips away at barriers to deportation]. ''CNN''. Retrieved February 21, 2017.</ref><ref>Munro, Neil (April 21, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/04/21/trump-says-daca-illegals-can-rest-easy/ Trump OKs DACA Amnesty: ‘This Is a Case of Heart’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 22, 2017.</ref><ref>Giaritelli, Anna (June 25, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/immigration-groups-trumps-silence-on-daca-means-its-here-to-stay/article/2626949 Immigration groups: Trump's silence on DACA means it's here to stay]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 25, 2017.</ref> DHS Secretary [[John Kelly]] confirmed this in early-June 2017.<ref>Dinan, Stephen (June 7, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/7/dhs-secretary-john-kelly-says-hes-not-deporting-dr/ DHS chief says he’s not deporting Dreamers, suggests Congress grant full legalization]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 8, 2017.</ref><ref>Clark, Alex (June 8, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/07/dhs-john-kelly-not-targeting-daca-repatriation/ DHS John Kelly: ‘Not Targeting DACA’ For Repatriation]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 8, 2017.</ref> Through early June 2017, the Trump Administration approved 125,000 new or renewed DACA permits, to the strong dismay of conservatives.<ref>
 
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*Dinan, Stephen (June 8, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/8/donald-trumps-dreamer-approvals-rile-conservative-/ Trump’s reversal allowing amnesty for Dreamers enrages conservative base]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 8, 2017.
 
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*Kew, Ben (June 9, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/immigration/2017/06/09/daca-amnesty-continues-under-trump/ 125,000 ‘DACA’ Illegals Got Work Permits Since January]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 9, 2017.</ref> The DHS made this action (or lack of) official on June 15, 2017.<ref>
 
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*Munro, Neil (June 16, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/16/amnesty-dhs-kelly-spotlighted-daca-legal-problem-ended-dapa/ Amnesty: DHS Kelly Spotlighted DACA Legal Problem As He Ended DAPA]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 17, 2017.
 
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*Greenwood, Max (June 16, 2017). [http://thehill.com/homenews/administration/338117-trump-breaks-campaign-promise-to-deport-dreamers Trump breaks campaign promise to deport Dreamers]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved June 16, 2017.
 
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*Gerstein, Josh (June 15, 2017). [http://www.politico.com/story/2017/06/15/trump-immigration-dreamers-status-239621 Trump won’t alter status of current Dreamers]. ''Politico''. Retrieved June 16, 2017.</ref> Additionally, although giving ''de facto'' amnesty to less illegal immigrants than Obama did in his last three months in office, the Trump Administration put nearly 55,000 additional illegal immigrants under the Temporary Protected Status program.<ref>Binder, John (June 14, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/texas/2017/06/14/nearly-55k-illegal-aliens-given-protection-trump-says-fed-report/ Nearly 55K Illegal Aliens Given ‘Protection’ under Trump, Says Fed Report]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 14, 2017.</ref>
 
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*As of early April 2017, several Obama-holdovers still hold their positions in the Trump Administration with little to no indication of leaving.<ref>[http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/04/02/meet-obama-holdovers-still-in-trumps-government/ Meet Obama Holdovers Still in Trump’s Government]. ''Breitbart News''. April 2, 2017. Retrieved April 2, 2017.</ref><ref>Ortiz, Ildefonso (April 5, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/texas/2017/04/05/brandon-darby-border-patrol-agents-feel-betrayed-trump-administration/ Brandon Darby: Border Patrol Agents Feel Betrayed by the Trump Administration]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 5, 2017.</ref> As of March 9, 2017, President Trump has not fired [[Internal Revenue Service]] Commissioner [[John Koskinen]], who targeted conservative groups under the Obama Administration.<ref>Singman, Brooke (March 9, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/03/09/republicans-want-to-know-why-trump-hasnt-fired-irs-head.html Republicans want to know why Trump hasn't fired the IRS head]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved March 9, 2017.</ref> The holdovers in the Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agency engaged in undermining President Trump's agenda of securing the southern border.<ref>Darby, Brandon; Ortiz, Ildefonso (April 18, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/texas/2017/04/18/exclusive-officials-defy-trumps-promises-40-miles-border-ordered-unpatrolled/ EXCLUSIVE: Officials Defy Trump’s Promises: 40 Miles of Border Ordered Unpatrolled]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 18, 2017.</ref> President Trump also appointed at least one NeverTrump individual to the White House.<ref>Boyle, Matthew (April 25, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/04/25/never-trump-movement-leader-former-jeb-bush-staffer-helen-aguirre-ferre-infiltrates-white-house/ Never Trump Movement Leader, Former Jeb Bush Staffer Helen Aguirre Ferre Infiltrates White House]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 26, 2017.</ref>
 
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*May 10, 2017—By one vote, the U.S. Senate failed to block an Obama-era regulation on drilling through the [[Congressional Review Act]].<ref>Cama, Timothy; Henry, Devin (May 10, 2017). [http://thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/332721-senate-rejects-repeal-of-obama-drilling-rule Senate rejects repeal of Obama drilling rule]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved May 10, 2017.</ref><ref>[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/10/senate-blocks-move-to-overturn-obama-era-rule-on-drilling.html Senate blocks move to overturn Obama-era rule on drilling]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved May 10, 2017.</ref>
 
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*It was reported in late-May and early-June 2017 that despite government and media statements to the contrary,<ref name="BergerDHSsurge"/><ref>Pfeiffer, Alex (April 24, 2017). [http://dailycaller.com/2017/04/24/data-shows-how-catch-and-release-has-ended-under-trump/ Data Shows How ‘Catch And Release’ Has Ended Under Trump]. ''The Daily Caller''. Retrieved June 11, 2017.</ref> the Trump Administration had not made any real change from the Obama Administration's "catch-and-release" policies when apprehending illegal immigrants.<ref>
 
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*Darby, Brandon (May 31, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/texas/2017/05/31/trump-quietly-continues-obamas-catch-release-border/ Trump Quietly Continues Obama’s ‘Catch and Release’ at Border]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 31, 2017.
 
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*Ainsley, Julia Edwards (June 6, 2017). [https://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-immigration-detention-idUSKBN18X1G4 Despite Trump vow to end catch and release, he is still freeing thousands of migrants]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved June 10, 2017.
 
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*Price, Bob (June 10, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/texas/2017/06/10/border-numbers-31-percent-one-month-catch-release-continues/ Border Numbers Up 31 Percent in One Month as ‘Catch and Release’ Continues]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 10, 2017.</ref>
 
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*Due to confirmation delays in the Senate, many leaders of the agencies in charge of border security still had "acting" status well into Trump's presidency, something which prevented agencies from implementing stronger immigration enforcement policies.<ref>Kolb, Joseph J. (May 31, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/us/2017/05/31/border-agents-say-acting-status-agency-chiefs-has-hampered-enforcement-efforts.html Border agents say ‘acting’ status of agency chiefs has hampered enforcement efforts]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved May 31, 2017.</ref>
 
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*Although President Trump did not proclaim the month of June as "LGBT Pride month," the Pentagon continued its annual "[[Gay pride|LGBT pride]] celebration."<ref>Scarborough, Rowan (June 11, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/11/pentagons-lgbt-pride-ceremony-disappoints-conserva/ Pentagon continues LGBT pride celebration; conservatives say it’s a shame in Trump administration]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 11, 2017.</ref>
 
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*June 2017—[[Jason Chaffetz]], a [[Tea Party Movement|Tea Party]] Republican who had just retired as the Chairman of the House Oversight Committee, stated that the Trump Administration was not any more transparent than the [[Obama Administration]].<ref>Marcos, Cristina (June 19, 2017). [http://thehill.com/homenews/house/338408-chaffetz-trump-administration-almost-worse-than-obamas Chaffetz: Trump administration 'almost worse' than Obama's on transparency]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved June 19, 2017.</ref>
 
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*It was reported in June 2017 that the Trump Administration officials continued Obama's advancement of [[Transgender activism|transgender ideology]] into public schools.<ref>Berry, Susan (June 23, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/23/trump-administration-investigate-school-personnel-fail-use-trans-students-preferred-pronouns/ Donald Trump’s Deputies Quietly Push Transgender Ideology Onto Schools]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 23, 2017.</ref>
 
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==Opposition to Donald Trump's achievements==
 
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Due to his promotion and support of conservative, [[America First]]<ref>Spiering, Charlie (April 4, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/04/04/donald-trump-to-american-workers-im-not-and-i-dont-want-to-be-the-president-of-the-world/ Donald Trump to American Workers: ‘I’m Not, and I Don’t Want to Be, the President of the World’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 5, 2017.</ref> policies, President Trump faced large opposition from the left and the [[establishment]],<ref>Klein, Aaron (April 28, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/04/28/trumps-first-100-days-establishment-goes-to-war-to-halt-presidents-agenda/ Trump’s First 100 Days: Establishment Goes to War to Halt President’s Agenda]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 28, 2017.</ref><ref>Miller, S.A. (June 20, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/20/donald-trumps-isolation-cripples-agenda/ Isolated from Washington establishment, Trump struggles for presidential victories]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 21, 2017.</ref> including from within the government bureaucracy.<ref>Singman, Brooke (January 1, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/01/31/trump-faces-bureaucratic-battle-in-implementing-agenda.html Trump faces bureaucratic battle in implementing agenda]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved February 1, 2017.</ref><ref>Kurtz, Howard (February 3, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/02/03/empire-strikes-back-why-trumps-private-talks-with-foreign-leaders-were-leaked.html The empire strikes back: Why Trump's private talks with foreign leaders were leaked]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved February 3, 2017.</ref> (The fact that members of the [[Deep State]] have grown visibly scared of reports stating such confirms this view;<ref>[http://www.breitbart.com/big-journalism/2017/03/22/politico-obama-admin-bureaucrats-panicked-by-breitbart-spotlight-dont-question-our-loyalty/ POLITICO: Obama Admin Bureaucrats ‘Panicked’ by Breitbart Spotlight: Don’t Question Our Loyalty!] ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved March 22, 2017.</ref> in May 2017, it was reported that 60% of [[National Security Council]] employees were Obama-Administration holdovers<ref>Wong, Kristina (May 17, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/17/trump-under-siege-more-than-60-percent-of-nsc-employees-placed-by-obama/ Trump Under Siege: More than 60 Percent of NSC Employees Placed by Obama]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 18, 2017.</ref>). Left-wing federal courts also blocked some of President Trump's executive orders regarding sanctuary cities and immigration.<ref>Spiering, Charlie (April 27, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/04/27/donald-trump-blasts-ninth-circuit-for-blocking-sanctuary-cities-order-see-you-in-the-supreme-court/ Donald Trump Blasts Ninth Circuit for Blocking Sanctuary Cities Order: ‘See You in the Supreme Court!’] ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 4, 2017.</ref><ref>Klukowski, Ken (March 12, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/03/12/federal-court-blocks-immigration-executive-order/ Federal Court Blocks Trump Admin’s Immigration Executive Order]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 4, 2017.</ref>
 
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Even before being inaugurated, Democrats spoke about [[Impeachment and removal|impeaching and removing]] Trump from the presidency.<ref>Pollak, Joel B. (May 17, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/17/in-impeachment-talk-washington-establishment-declares-war-on-trump-voters/ In ‘Impeachment’ Talk, Washington Establishment Declares War on Trump Voters]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 20, 2017.</ref> Even some local communities passed resolutions calling for the impeachment of President Trump.<ref>McLaughlin, Seth (May 21, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/21/donald-trump-impeachment-on-local-agendas/ Local communities look for reasons, take up resolutions to impeach Trump]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 21, 2017.</ref> Some Democrats used profane language against Trump, such as the f-word<ref>
 
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*Chumley, Cheryl K. (May 22, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/22/donald-trump-lefts-frequent-target-f-bombs/ F-bombing Trump — the left’s new weapon of choice]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 22, 2017.
 
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*Hart, Angela (May 21, 2017). [http://www.sacbee.com/news/politics-government/capitol-alert/article151843342.html California Democrats flip off Donald Trump]. ''The Sacramento Bee''. Retrieved May 22, 2017.
 
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*Nazarian, Adelle (May 21, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/california/2017/05/21/california-democratic-party-leader-leads-fck-donald-trump-chant-at-convention/ California Democratic Party Leader Leads ‘F*ck Donald Trump’ Chant at Convention]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 22, 2017.</ref> and s-word.<ref>Yilek, Caitlin (June 4, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/cnn-host-calls-trump-a-piece-of-s-t-after-london-attack/article/2624900 CNN host calls Trump 'a piece of s--t' after London attack]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 5, 2017.</ref> As a testament to the deep opposition and hatred towards him by the left-wing, at least 217 violent protestors were arrested in Washington D.C. on Inauguration Day.<ref>Weber, Joseph (January 20, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/01/20/trump-supporters-protesters-rally-before-sunrise-on-inauguration-day.html Hundreds of protesters arrested in Inauguration Day clashes]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved March 31, 2017.</ref><ref>Noble, Andrea; McDermott, Ryan M. (January 20, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jan/20/donald-trump-inauguration-protests-begin-turn-viol/ D.C. police report 217 arrested during Inauguration Day riots]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved March 31, 2017.</ref> Left-wingers [[2017 leftwing violence|committed or advocated for many other acts of violence]] against President Trump or his supporters.<ref>Clark, Alex (June 18, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/18/a-year-of-hate-9-times-the-radicalized-left-engaged-in-violence-in-the-trump-era/ A Year of Hate: 9 Times the Radicalized Left Engaged in Violence in the Trump Era]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 18, 2017.</ref><ref>Shaw, Adam (June 17, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/17/dem-strategist-devine-launches-huntrepublicancongressmen-scalise-shooting/ Dem Strategist James Devine Launches Hashtag #HuntRepublicanCongressmen After Steve Scalise Shooting]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 18, 2017.</ref><ref>Ernst, Douglas (June 15, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/15/huffpo-scrubs-jason-fullers-ultimate-punishment-tr/ HuffPo scrubs ‘ultimate punishment’ Trump piece after Scalise, GOP shooting]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 17, 2017.</ref> It was reported in early February 2017 that 12,000 tweets already had called for Trump's assassination.<ref>[http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-4189124/More-12-000-tweets-call-Trump-s-assassination.html#ixzz4k0h0zXDl More than 12,000 tweets have called for Trump's assassination since the inauguration]. ''Daily Mail''. Retrieved June 18, 2017.</ref> The mainstream media helped promote such violence.<ref>Harper, Jennifer (June 15, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/15/inside-the-beltway-media-lies-that-radicalized-the/ Expert identifies top media lies ‘that radicalized the violent left’]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 17, 2017.</ref>
 
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In addition to the above, Senate Democrats unduly delayed Trump's cabinet nominees at historic and unprecedented proportions<ref>Crowe, Jack (June 13, 2017). [http://dailycaller.com/2017/06/13/wapo-fact-checkers-surprised-to-find-trump-claim-correct/ WaPo Fact Checkers Surprised To Find Trump Claim ‘Correct’]. ''The Daily Caller''. Retrieved June 13, 2017.</ref> – by February 8, 2017, only [[George Washington]] had fewer cabinet nominees confirmed by this length of time into his presidency.<ref>Singman, Brooke (February 8, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/02/08/trump-facing-historic-delays-in-confirmation-push.html Trump facing historic delays in confirmation push]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved February 8, 2017.</ref> Trump's last cabinet secretary was confirmed on April 27, 2017,<ref>Kellman, Laurie (April 27, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/apr/27/alex-acosta-trumps-secretary-labor-confirmed/ Senate confirms last member of Trump cabinet at 100th day in office nears]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved April 27, 2017.</ref> and Trump's last cabinet-level member assumed office on May 15, 2017.<ref>Moons, Michelle (May 15, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/15/trump-cabinet-complete-swearing-u-s-trade-representative-lighthizer/ President Donald Trump’s Cabinet Complete with Swearing-In of U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 16, 2017.</ref> In addition to the confirmation delays, congressional Democrats had already (unsuccessfully) filibustered Trump's supreme court nomination and initiated an investigation into Trump's alleged ties to [[Russia]].<ref>McLaughlin, Seth (April 27, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/apr/27/democrats-mark-100-days-of-resistance/ Democrats seeking revenge prepare to mark 100 days of ‘resistance’]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 4, 2017.</ref>
 
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As in the 2016 presidential election, the [[mainstream media]] strongly opposed Trump and wrote him off as a failure early in his presidency, despite his numerous accomplishments by that time.<ref>Kurtz, Howard (April 3, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/04/03/media-score-triple-bogey-presidency-but-trump-is-just-getting-started.html Media score a triple-bogey presidency, but Trump is just getting started]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved April 3, 2017.</ref><ref name="89%negative"/> They consistently misrepresented him and his accomplishments,<ref>Miller, S.A. (April 30, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/apr/30/president-trump-criticizes-dishonest-press-in-100t/ President Trump criticizes ‘dishonest’ press in 100th-day interview]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 4, 2017.</ref> As evidence of this intense MSM opposition, a study published close to the 100th-day mark of Trump's presidency found that 89% of media coverage regarding Trump was negative.<ref name="89%negative">
 
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* Harper, Jennifer (April 19, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/apr/19/donald-trump-media-coverage-is-89-percent-negative/ As first 100 days in office approaches, media coverage of Trump is 89% negative: Study]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved April 20, 2017.
 
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* Noyes, Rich; Ciandella, Mike (April 19, 2017). [http://www.newsbusters.org/blogs/nb/rich-noyes/2017/04/18/honeymoon-hell-liberal-media-vs-president-trump Honeymoon from Hell: The Liberal Media vs. President Trump]. ''NewsBusters -- Media Research Center''. Retrieved April 21, 2017.</ref> A similar study conducted by the Harvard Shorenstein Center on Media, Politics and Public Policy released in May 2017 found that 80% of the mainstream media coverage over Trump (including outlets such as [[Fox News Channel]] and ''[[The Wall Street Journal]]'') was negative.<ref>
 
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*Richardson, Valerie (May 19, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/19/study-trump-press-coverage-new-standard-negativity/ Harvard agrees: Trump press coverage sets ‘new standard for negativity’]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 19, 2017.
 
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*Shaw, Adam (May 19, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-journalism/2017/05/19/study-93-percent-cnn-nbcs-trump-coverage-negative/ Study: Media Coverage of Trump’s First 100 Days Set ‘New Standard For Negativity’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 19, 2017.</ref> Additionally, Trump was on track to become the most mocked president on late-night comedy TV in at least 25 years.<ref>[http://www.breitbart.com/big-hollywood/2017/05/04/study-trump-track-mocked-president-late-night-25-years/ Study: Trump On Track to Be Most Mocked President on Late-Night TV in 25 Years]. ''Breitbart News''. May 4, 2017. Retrieved May 4, 2017.</ref> The American public had the same perception of media bias against the president – a June 2017 Rasmussen poll found that 50% of Americans believed the media was biased against President Trump and that 4% believed the opposite.<ref>Harper, Jennifer (June 22, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/22/just-4-percent-of-americans-say-the-news-media-fav/ Just 4 percent of Americans say the news media favors Trump: poll]. ''The Washington Times.</ref> The mainstream media promoted [[fake news]] against President Trump,<ref>
 
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*Heinlein, Peter (May 30, 2017). [https://www.voanews.com/a/donald-trump-frustrated-fake-news-overlooks-accomplishments/3878266.html Trump Frustrated by 'Fake News' That Overlooks His Accomplishments]. ''Voice of America''. Retrieved June 26, 2017.
 
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*Persons, Sally (June 27, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/27/donald-trump-slams-media-after-cnn-retraction/ Trump slams media after CNN retraction]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 27, 2017.</ref> with notable examples including an unverified dossier by [[BuzzFeed]],<ref>
 
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*Scarborough, Rowan (April 25, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/apr/25/christopher-steele-admits-dossier-charge-unverifie/ Ex-spy admits anti-Trump dossier unverified, blames Buzzfeed for publishing]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 27, 2017.
 
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*Henderson, Barney; Lawler, David; Burke, Louise (January 12, 2017). [http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2017/01/11/donald-trump-kremlin-blast-fabricated-report-russian-ties-asfbi/ Donald Trump attacks alleged Russian dossier as 'fake news' and slams Buzzfeed and CNN at press conference]. ''The Telegraph''. Retrieved June 27, 2017.
 
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*[http://www.breitbart.com/news/media-firestorm-over-trump-russia-dossier/ Media firestorm over Trump-Russia dossier]. ''Breitbart News''. January 11, 2017. Retrieved June 27, 2017.
 
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*Boyle, Matthew (January 24, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/01/24/ex-buzzfeed-reporter-buzzfeed-cnn-fake-news-reports-trump-russia-not-made-decision-run/ Exclusive — Ex-BuzzFeed Reporter on BuzzFeed, CNN Fake News Dossier on Trump, Russia: ‘I Would Not Have Made That Decision to Run That’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 27, 2017.</ref> two stories by the ''The New York Times''<ref>Scarborough, Rowan (June 8, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/8/james-comey-debunks-new-york-times-story-fueled-un/ James Comey debunks New York Times story that fueled unproven Trump-Russia collusion]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 9, 2017.</ref> and CNN,<ref>Pollak, Joel B. (June 7, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-journalism/2017/06/07/james-comey-testimony-proves-trump-right-cnn-wrong/ James Comey Testimony Proves Trump Right, CNN Wrong]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 9, 2017.</ref> respectively, debunked by former FBI Director [[James Comey]], and an eventually-retracted [[CNN]] article that attacked Trump and his allies over a Russia fund<ref>
 
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*Boyle, Matthew (June 23, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/23/very-fake-news-after-breitbart-investigation-cnn-retracts-conspiracy-theory-hit-piece-attacking-trump-associates-over-russian-fund/ Very Fake News: After Breitbart Investigation, CNN Retracts Conspiracy Theory Hit Piece Attacking Trump, Associates Over Russian Fund]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 24, 2017.
 
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*Boyle, Matthew (June 24, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/24/cnn-under-fire-very-fake-news-network-hit-from-all-sides-as-breitbart-investigation-forces-rare-retraction/ CNN Under Fire: ‘Very Fake News’ Network Hit from All Sides as Breitbart Investigation Forces Rare Retraction]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 25, 2017.
 
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*Spiering, Charlie (June 27, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/27/fake-news-donald-trump-questions-cnns-phony-stories/ ‘FAKE NEWS!’ — Donald Trump Challenges CNN for ‘Phony Stories’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 27, 2017.</ref> that was motivated by ratings<ref>Richardson, Valerie (June 27, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/27/donald-trump-charges-fake-news-after-cnn-producer-/ Trump charges ‘fake news’ after CNN producer admits ‘bulls–’ Russia story is about ‘ratings’]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 27, 2017.</ref> and caused three CNN employees to resign.<ref>
 
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*Boyle, Matthew (June 26, 2017). [http://www.breitbart.com/big-journalism/2017/06/26/three-employees-resign-from-cnn-amid-very-fake-news-scandal/ Three Employees Resign from CNN Amid Very Fake News Scandal]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 27, 2017.
 
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*Adams, Becket (June 26, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/three-cnn-staffers-quit-over-retracted-story/article/2627155 Three CNN staffers quit over retracted story]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 27, 2017.</ref>
 
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According to a poll taken around the 100th day of Trump's presidency, only 11% of Democrats believed that their party's opposition to Trump had yielded successful results for them.<ref>Harper, Jennifer (April 30, 2017). [http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/apr/30/inside-the-beltway-democrats-question-opposition/ Inside the Beltway: Only 11% of Democratic voters say opposition to White House is a success]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 4, 2017.</ref> The Democrats' poor performance in the special congressional elections held in the first half of 2017 illustrated their weakness and unsuccess in challenging President Trump.<ref name="DemocratLoss"/>
 
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President Trump was still able to implement new policies and roll back Obama's policies despite the opposition against him, which served as a distraction from the changes being made.<ref>
 
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*Vinik, Danny (June 9, 2017). [http://www.politico.com/agenda/story/2017/06/09/five-policy-changes-trump-this-week-000455 5 things Trump did while you weren't looking]. ''Politico''. Retrieved June 10, 2017.
 
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*[http://www.breitbart.com/big-journalism/2017/06/05/huffington-post-donald-trump-russia-conspiracies/ Huffington Post: Trump ‘Has Fundamentally Changed The Country’ While Left Chases Russia Conspiracies]. ''Breitbart News''. June 5, 2017. Retrieved June 10, 2017.
 
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*Vinik, Danny (June 16, 2017). [http://www.politico.com/agenda/story/2017/06/16/5-things-trump-did-while-you-werent-looking-week-2-000462 5 things Trump did while you weren't looking: Week 2]. ''Politico''. Retrieved June 18, 2017.
 
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*Vinik, Danny (June 23, 2017). [http://www.politico.com/agenda/story/2017/06/23/trump-policy-change-immigration-labor-police-000466 5 things Trump did while you weren't looking: Week 3]. ''Politico''. Retrieved June 24, 2017.</ref>
 
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==See also==
 
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*[[Trump effect]]
 
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===Concerning Trump's presidency===
 
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*[[Trump Administration]]
 
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*[[Trump Supreme Court]]
 
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*[[Cabinet of Donald Trump]]
 
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===Concerning leftists and Trump===
 
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*[[Liberal denialism and Donald Trump]]
 
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*[[Mainstream media and Donald Trump]]
 
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==External links==
 
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*[https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions Official list of Presidential actions]
 
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*[http://www.breitbart.com/trump-100-days/ ''The First 100 Days of Trump: Breitbart Special Report''], by Breitbart News (eBook)[http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/01/breitbart-news-releases-e-book-first-100-days-trump/]
 
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*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/02/03/list-trumps-executive-orders.html List of Trump's executive orders] on [[Fox News]]
 
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