Latest News: Trump's 100 Days Marked by Controversy and Challenges
The first 100 days have been marked by a record number of executive orders, with 26 signed, surpassing the number signed by any other modern president, leading to a surge in federal lawsuits and a slowing of federal funding for medical research. The State Department has become less active, with fewer press briefings, and the S&P 500 has fallen by over 7% since his inauguration.
Donald Trump has completed his first 100 days in office, boasting of his accomplishments despite a 41% approval rating and economic anxieties, with his supporters showing adoration and obliviousness to the challenges ahead.
Trump's visit to Michigan highlighted his approach to tariffs, which are causing economic pain for automakers, and he repeated his claim of winning the 2020 election, criticizing former Vice President Kamala Harris. The president's handling of various issues, including tariffs and deportations, has been criticized, and a recent interview turned fiery when discussing these topics.
Despite the criticism, some Trump voters are expressing approval of the president's performance, with one saying he's "killing it" in his first 100 days. The president has also been making headlines for his interactions with public figures, including a Blue state governor who appeared with him at a recent event. The stock market has performed well under Trump's second term, with some experts attributing this to his economic policies.
However, the White House has faced criticism for its media strategy, with some accusing the administration of pushing stories that benefit the president. The media has also been scrutinized for its coverage of Trump, with some accusing it of failing to recognize his outreach to foes. The Supreme Court has agreed to hear arguments on a school choice case involving a Catholic charter school, and a Harvard president has apologized for on-campus bigotry.
As Trump looks to the next 100 days, he will face difficult tasks, including releasing a budget and tax plan by July, and Americans will continue to grade his performance, with some expressing support and others criticism. The president's approval ratings have taken a hit, with his approval rating underwater, and the economy remains a concern, with tariff revenue increasing but the dollar plummeting and markets falling.