President-elect Donald Trump has pledged sweeping changes as he prepares to assume office on January 20.
In a recent NBC interview, Trump highlighted plans to pardon individuals convicted in connection with the January 6 Capitol riot and promised to implement significant immigration reforms.
During the interview, Trump expressed intentions to end birthright citizenship, a constitutional provision granting automatic U.S. citizenship to those born on American soil. He suggested pursuing executive orders to address this, citing the need to revisit the 14th Amendment.
On immigration, Trump reaffirmed his commitment to deport undocumented immigrants, with exceptions for family preservation and support for the “Dreamers” — individuals protected under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. He described a willingness to collaborate with Democrats on policies benefiting this group.
In addition to immigration, Trump outlined plans for the economy, energy, and NATO relations. He hinted at conditional U.S. support for the alliance, emphasizing fair financial contributions from member states.
While Trump downplayed intentions to investigate political rivals, including outgoing President Joe Biden, he maintained that legal violations by opponents should not go unchecked. His rhetoric against the Democratic-led House committee investigating the Capitol riot drew criticism, with former panel member Liz Cheney accusing Trump of undermining the rule of law.
Trump also addressed controversial topics like tariffs, vaccine safety, and Social Security reforms, offering mixed signals but reaffirming his intent to prioritize “efficiency” and American interests.
As the nation anticipates his return to power, Trump’s proposed agenda signals a continuation of his bold, polarizing policy approach.
