Controversial Decisions and Statements of President Trump's Second Term
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Elimination of Federal Diversity Programs:
President Trump dismantled federal diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, leading corporations like Target and Walmart to follow suit, which undermined efforts to promote racial equality.
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Consideration to Cut Ukraine Military Aid:
Trump discussed potentially cutting U.S. military aid to Ukraine amidst its conflict with Russia, raising concerns about the stability of the Western alliance and the future of NATO.
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Sexist Attacks on Vice President Harris:
On Truth Social, Trump escalated his rhetoric by making lewd references to Vice President Kamala Harris, drawing criticism from various quarters.
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Reference to "Unified Reich":
Trump posted a video on Truth Social that included a reference to a "unified Reich," which he later deleted after backlash and criticism for using language associated with the Nazi regime.
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Escalation of Rhetoric Towards President Zelensky:
Trump intensified his rhetoric towards Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, blaming him for the war Russia is waging against Ukraine.
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AI-Generated Video Controversy:
Trump reposted an AI-generated video about Gaza on social media, stirring controversy and raising questions about the authenticity and appropriateness of the content.
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Threatening Social Media Post:
Following an indictment, Trump posted "IF YOU GO AFTER ME, I'M COMING AFTER YOU!" on Truth Social, prompting investigators to refer the remarks to the presiding judge.
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False or Misleading Statements:
Throughout his presidency, Trump made tens of thousands of false or misleading claims, undermining public trust and spreading misinformation.
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Escalation of Rhetoric Towards Volodymyr Zelensky:
Trump intensified his rhetoric towards Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, blaming him for the ongoing war with Russia.
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Proposal to Add Trump's Face to Mount Rushmore:
Representative Anna Paulina Luna introduced a bill to carve President Trump's likeness onto Mount Rushmore.
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Proposal to Rename Greenland as "Red, White, and Blueland":
Representative Buddy Carter introduced a bill authorizing President Trump to acquire Greenland and rename it "Red, White, and Blueland."
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Proposal to Place Trump's Image on a $250 Bill:
Representative Joe Wilson proposed creating a $250 bill featuring President Trump's image, requiring changes to existing laws that prohibit living individuals from appearing on U.S. currency.
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Proposal to Make Trump's Birthday a Federal Holiday:
Representative Claudia Tenney introduced a bill to designate President Trump's birthday as a federal holiday, reflecting efforts to honor his legacy.
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Proposal to Rename Dulles Airport After Trump:
Some Republican lawmakers proposed renaming Washington D.C.'s Dulles Airport to "Trump International Airport" as a tribute to the former president.
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Proposal to Amend the Constitution for a Third Trump Term:
Representative Andy Ogles proposed a constitutional amendment to extend presidential term limits, potentially allowing President Trump to serve a third term.
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Defying Supreme Court Ruling on Presidential Immunity:
Trump continued to resist legal accountability despite a Supreme Court ruling restricting certain presidential powers.
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Abolishing the Department of Education:
Trump moved forward with dismantling the Department of Education, shifting oversight entirely to states.
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Threats Against Judges and Prosecutors:
Trump escalated attacks against judges overseeing his legal cases, leading to security concerns.
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Crackdown on Press Freedom:
New regulations targeting journalists were introduced, raising alarms among free press advocates.
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Rollback of Environmental Protections:
Trump repealed several environmental regulations, including emissions standards and clean water protections.
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Weakened NATO Commitments:
Trump hinted at withdrawing the U.S. from NATO, alarming allies and national security experts.
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Expanded Border Crackdowns:
Immigration policies were tightened further, with mass deportations increasing significantly.
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Threats to Jail Political Opponents:
Trump suggested prosecuting and imprisoning political opponents if he wins re-election.
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Continued Promotion of Election Lies:
Trump persisted in spreading false claims about election fraud, further eroding trust in democracy.
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Proposed Cuts to Social Security and Medicare:
Budget proposals included reductions in funding for Social Security and Medicare.
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Ongoing Legal Challenges:
Multiple criminal and civil cases against Trump continue, with significant legal implications.
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Last Updated (3/21/25)
(Note: This is of course not everything, I cannot dedicate my time to finding every single thing.)