In a recent episode of The Ezra Klein Show, the contrast between Donald Trump's executive actions at the start of his terms was examined. In 2017, he signed only one order focused on the Affordable Care Act; however, by 2025, he had dramatically escalated this with 26 orders on his first day alone. These varied in importance, including controversial issues like birthright citizenship and energy production. The discussion featured insights from experts who analyzed how much of Trump's policy agenda could realistically change and what remnants of his early decisions persist.
In 2017, Trump signed one executive order on Day 1 targeting the Affordable Care Act, while in 2025, he signed 26 orders, marking a significant increase.
The recent executive orders range widely in their significance, from major changes like ending birthright citizenship to messaging bills that may not withstand judicial scrutiny.
Covering Trump is complex; it's often hard to discern which policies will have lasting implications and which are simply signaling efforts.
The reunion with Matthew Yglesias and Dara Lind allows for a deeper dive into what Trump is pursuing and what's noticeably unchanged.
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