President Donald Trump commenced his term on January 20, 2025, in the midst of various national and international challenges. The administration moved swiftly, with President Trump signing 26 executive orders on the very first day. This set the pace for a total of 228 executive orders documented within the year, signaling rapid policy execution.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt communicated to the press that President Trump honored each major campaign pledge in his inaugural year. She underscored the advancements made in border security, economic reforms, tax legislation, and foreign policy.
A landmark event of the year was the implementation of a global tariff policy on April 2, 2025, termed Liberation Day. This strategic move aimed to enhance trade agreement negotiations, pharmaceutical deals, and peaceful resolutions to international conflicts. The administration announced a substantial trade agreement with the European Union on July 27, facilitated by the new tariff policy, which included significant investment and energy purchase commitments to the United States.
The tariff policy proved instrumental in securing pharmaceutical deals based on Most-Favored-Nation status with leading drug manufacturers, leading to dramatic reductions in drug prices. President Trump announced that these agreements would ensure American consumers pay rates on par with the lowest worldwide.
In the realm of international relations, the administration's trade policy was credited by President Trump for aiding in the resolution of conflicts, as countries faced potential tariffs if they remained engaged in warfare.
The economy exhibited robust growth, with the Atlanta Federal Reserve forecasting a 5.3 percent GDP growth for the fourth quarter of 2025, despite the impact of a 43-day government shutdown. Inflation rates stabilized, contrasting sharply with the higher rates seen during the Biden administration.
Wage data provided by the White House indicated a restoration of purchasing power for the typical private-sector worker, with blue-collar workers experiencing substantial gains. Stock markets echoed this economic upturn, with the S&P 500 and the Dow Jones Industrial Average reaching record highs multiple times throughout the year.
Border security also saw dramatic improvements, with the Department of Homeland Security announcing the most secure border in the nation's history, a reduction in border crossings, and the removal of individuals residing illegally in the country.
President Trump's diplomatic efforts led to the resolution of eight international conflicts, including a historic peace agreement in the Middle East, which concluded the conflict between Israel and Hamas. This peace was solidified during a signing ceremony with Arab leaders in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt.
Domestically, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act marked a significant legislative success, making permanent the 2017 tax cuts and offering new deductions for tipped and overtime workers. Additionally, the administration targeted transgender participation in female sports, reformed dietary guidelines, and scrutinized the childhood vaccine schedule.
In recognition of these peace efforts, President Trump was honored with the inaugural FIFA Peace Prize during the World Cup draw at the Trump-Kennedy Center, and Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado presented him with her 2025 Nobel Peace Prize.
