This week marks the 100th day of President Donald Trump’s second term — a symbolic milestone often used to assess the early actions and direction of a presidency.
Here is a summary of ten key figures from this period:
1. Executive Orders: 142
Since January 20, the administration has issued 142 executive orders. These largely address the reduction of federal government size, foreign policy and defense, immigration and border security, energy, and tariffs. Some are currently suspended due to ongoing legal proceedings.
2. Reversed Orders from Previous Administrations: Over 100
Within hours of inauguration, 78 executive actions from the prior administration were rescinded. To date, 111 total presidential orders have been revoked, most originating from the previous term.
3. Bills Signed into Law: 5
Five pieces of legislation have been enacted, including the Laken Riley Act, a temporary funding measure, and three resolutions overturning previous regulations.
4. Legal Challenges: Over 200
Various actions from the administration — particularly in immigration and government restructuring — are facing legal scrutiny. Many cases remain unresolved.
5. Approval Rating: 42%
Current public opinion places the president’s approval rating at 42%, reflecting a slight decline from previous polling.
6. Pardons: 39, plus blanket pardons related to January 6
A total of 39 individual pardons have been issued. Additionally, a general pardon was granted to over 1,500 individuals involved in events on January 6.
7. Federal Layoffs: Tens of Thousands
The newly created Department of Government Efficiency has led to mass layoffs and agency restructuring. Exact figures are unavailable, and some terminations have been overturned.
8. March Border Crossings: 7,180
U.S. Customs and Border Protection reported 7,180 crossings at the southwest border in March — the lowest number on record. This continues a downward trend that began before the new term.
9. Tariffs: Average Effective Rate of 28%
A general 10% tariff has been applied to imports, with specific goods like steel and cars facing 25%. The current effective rate is the highest since 1901.
10. Inflation: 2.4% in March
The annual inflation rate fell to 2.4% in March. While this reflects recent stabilization, future price increases may result from current trade policies.
