## Introduction The article discusses the significant changes brought about by Donald Trump during his presidency, focusing on his use of executive orders, confrontation with previous administrations' values, and influence on US global policies. ## Trump’s Executive Orders - Barack Obama signed less than 300 executive orders over eight years. - Joe Biden signed 162 during his single term. - By January 22, 2025, Trump had revoked 67 (41%) of Biden’s orders. - In 2025 alone, Trump issued over 200 executive orders, marking a record pace. ## Policy Shifts and Worldview - The Obama/Biden administrations promoted progressive values globally, including LGBTQ+ rights and alternative lifestyles. - Trump's presidency has pushed back against these values, favoring a return to traditional norms and resisting the expansion of LGBTQ+ rights promoted by his predecessors. - Trump challenged international pressure for adopting such values, arguing for national sovereignty and traditional moral principles. ## Approach to International Issues - Trump’s stance on international matters, such as Nigeria’s anti-gay laws, starkly contrasts with the Obama/Biden approach, which included threats of sanctions. - He frames his position as defending Christianity, traditional values, and resisting perceived overreach by previous administrations. - Trump's methodology is direct and uncompromising, focusing on broad, impactful actions rather than incremental change. ## Author’s Perspective > "Trump must have been listening and chuckling cynically to himself when Biden said, after being sworn: 'America is back'... An America that is encapsulated in an earlier Presidential Memorandum, wherein countries which were still reluctant to make laws to promote... the rights and privileges of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer and Intersex (LGBTQI+) people were threatened with sanctions cannot be my America". ## Author’s Summary Trump’s presidency is characterized by rapid policy reversals, a resistance to global progressive norms, and a strong assertion of traditional American principles in domestic and international affairs.

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THISDAYLIVE — 2025-11-29