During PBS’s coverage of President Donald Trump’s inauguration, New York Times columnist David Brooks remarked on Trump’s pragmatic approach in his inaugural address. Brooks observed that Trump’s focus on tangible policies rather than lofty rhetoric resonated with a public that has grown increasingly distrustful of political promises.
Legacy media outlets are facing backlash for misrepresenting Elon Musk’s gesture during his appearance at President Donald Trump’s inauguration rally. Musk, speaking to supporters at the Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C., expressed gratitude by touching his heart and gesturing outward while saying, “Thank you. My heart goes out to you. It is thanks to you that the future of civilization is assured.”
President Donald Trump signed several pro-Israel executive orders immediately after his inauguration, fulfilling promises to strengthen U.S.-Israel relations. These actions were part of a larger series of orders aimed at reshaping U.S. foreign and domestic policy. Several of the Israel-related actions closely followed recommendations outlined in The Agenda: What Trump Should Do in His First 100 Days.
On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump issued pardons to approximately 1,500 individuals charged in connection with the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot. This move fulfills his campaign promise to release supporters involved in the incident.
As extreme cold temperatures forced President Donald Trump’s inauguration ceremony indoors, conservatives gathered to celebrate the historic event at the J20 MAGA Watch Party. Hosted by Human Events and Europe’s largest conservative news station, TV Republika, the event took place at the RiverView Ballroom at Gaylord National Harbor in Maryland.
On his first day back in office, President Donald Trump is anticipated to issue pardons for individuals convicted of nonviolent offenses related to the events of January 6, 2021. According to sources familiar with the plan, Trump is also expected to commute the sentences of those convicted of more serious charges, signaling a major shift in approach compared to the Biden administration.
Inga Thompson, a three-time U.S. Olympic cyclist and lifelong Democrat, recently voiced her support for President Donald Trump’s stance on preserving women’s sports in an interview with The Telegraph. Thompson, who has been a staunch Democrat throughout her life, admitted that Trump’s commitment to protecting female athletes from competing against biological males has swayed her opinion.
Barron Trump, the youngest son of President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump, garnered widespread attention during his father’s swearing-in as the 47th president of the United States. Demonstrating a level of grace and maturity well beyond his years, Barron showed the same composure and class associated with both of his parents.
President-elect Donald Trump plans to declare a national energy emergency to enhance American energy production and reduce energy costs, according to an incoming administration official. The soon-to-be 47th president will sign a series of executive orders shortly after his inauguration to accelerate domestic energy development.
The nonprofit public interest law firm National Security Counselors (NSC) is set to file a lawsuit against the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), according to a report from The Washington Post.