Trump Prepares for First Day in Office with Aggressive Policy Rollout

President-elect Donald Trump celebrated his 2024 election victory with a campaign-style rally in Washington on Sunday, promising swift executive action to deliver on his campaign promises as he prepares to take office. Addressing supporters at the Capital One Arena, Trump laid out his priorities, from restoring TikTok to releasing classified files on high-profile assassinations, and hinted at pardoning those convicted for the January 6 Capitol riot.

‘It’s All Going to Be Released’

Trump announced plans to release long-classified documents tied to the assassinations of President John F. Kennedy, Senator Robert F. Kennedy, and civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. He pledged full transparency, saying, “It’s all going to be released,” despite previous administrations, including his own, withholding some records due to national security concerns.

TikTok Ban Reversed

The president-elect took credit for TikTok's return just hours after the app suspended U.S. operations in response to a legislative ban. Trump assured supporters of his commitment to the platform's availability, a move he linked to his popularity among young voters. “We won on TikTok,” he said, positioning the app as a bridge to a demographic Republicans have struggled to engage.

Day One Executive Action Blitz

Trump vowed to sign more than 100 executive orders immediately after his inauguration, targeting energy production, border security, and regulatory rollbacks. “Every radical and foolish executive order of the Biden administration will be repealed within hours,” he declared, dismissing advisors’ suggestions to stagger the actions.

Middle East Ceasefire Agreement

Despite not yet assuming office, Trump claimed credit for brokering a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, facilitating the release of hostages and detainees. He highlighted cooperation with President Joe Biden’s team as critical in securing the agreement, describing it as a testament to his leadership.

California Wildfires and Infrastructure Plans

Trump announced plans to visit wildfire-stricken California on Friday, promising federal support to rebuild Los Angeles ahead of the 2028 Olympics. “We will rebuild Los Angeles better than ever,” he said, extending condolences to victims and pledging rapid action.

Capitol Riot Pardons

Hinting at pardons for January 6 rioters, Trump referred to those convicted as “hostages.” His team has prepared a list of pardons for his first day in office, though the scope remains unclear. Trump has faced criticism for his consistent framing of the rioters as patriots.

Tech Partnership and Musk Appointment

Trump praised Tesla CEO Elon Musk, announcing his appointment to lead the newly formed Department of Government Efficiency. The president-elect emphasized the importance of fostering innovation, highlighting his conversations with Musk and Apple CEO Tim Cook about boosting U.S. technological investment.

As Trump’s inauguration approaches, his rhetoric and ambitious agenda signal a dramatic shift in Washington’s policy landscape, with promises of immediate and sweeping reforms.