Trump’s First 100 Days: Under-the-Radar Executive Orders, DOGE Cuts, and Judicial Clashes

President Donald Trump leaves after speaking at a ceremony on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington on April 14, 2025. Madalina Vasiliu/The Epoch Times

President Donald Trump’s second term has reached its 100-day milestone. 

Jacob takes us through the highlights, including some of the lesser-known executive orders. 

Nathan bumped into the “DOGE kids.” But he can’t talk about them, so he’ll tell us where the largest DOGE-recommended cuts have been so far.

Sam examines how the administration is seeking to hold state and local officials accountable for not cooperating with federal authorities.

The discussion takes us to the first 100 days of President Franklin D. Roosevelt, which offers an interesting take on the current president.

Reports Covered:

• Trump’s First 100 Days: A Rapid and Consequential Start (Read)
• Federal Government Sues Rochester Over ‘Sanctuary’ City Policies (Read)
• Deportation Cases Spark Debate About Role of Judiciary in Foreign Affairs (Read)
• Trump Signs Order Targeting Sanctuary Cities (Read)

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