From Day 1, Trump Tests the Limits of His Authority

It is unclear how much is left in Washington to restrain him.

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What happened to the tariffs? Trump fails to fulfill all his Day 1 promises

President Trump pushed out a wave of executive orders yesterday after his inauguration. NBC News senior business correspondent Christine Romans reports more on when Trump plans to roll out the ...
NBC News - 21h
What Trump Did on Day 1: Tracking His Biggest Moves

President Trump made major policy moves immediately after taking office, withdrawing from major international agreements, promising steep tariffs and pardoning nearly all of the Jan. 6 rioters.
The New York Times - 1d
Here are things Trump has promised to carry out on Day 1 of his presidency

President-elect Donald Trump has promised significant changes when he takes office, on everything from immigration to foreign policy to tariffs.
NBC News - 2d
What is Trump planning to change on Day 1 of his second term?

President-elect Donald Trump is moving into the presidency with a promise to bring drastic changes to Washington on Day 1 of his second term. Willie James Inman reports on his plans.
CBS News - 3d
What executive orders will Trump issue on Day 1?

President-elect Donald Trump is expected to issue a flurry of executive orders after returning to the White House on Monday. Political strategists Joel Payne and Kevin Sheridan join "America ...
CBS News - 4d
Yellen: Debt limit will be hit day after Trump's inauguration

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said Friday the nation will hit its debt ceiling the day after President Trump is inaugurated and that the agency will begin “extraordinary measures” to stave off ...
The Hill - 4d
Author lived in an underground bunker for 10 days to study sleep, happiness and health—1 key thing she learned

Lynne Peeples was on a quest to better understand circadian rhythm, so she stayed in a bunker 50 feet below ground for ten days straight.
CNBC - Jan. 11

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