Trumps 100 days: revolution or chaos? Society is on the abyss!
Trumps 100 days: revolution or chaos? Society is on the abyss!
On April 30, 2025, US President Donald Trump celebrated his first 100 days in office with a rally to Michigan. He declared these days as the "most successful first 100 days of a government in history" of the United States. In his speech, he vehemently criticized the political class, which in his opinion "sold and bled". This self-confident rhetoric reflects Trump's strategy of shocking political opponents and confusing the US citizens, which is increasingly being observed in the first months of his second term, as DW.com determined.
Trump turned to his followers with the words: "I missed you, I missed the campaign." But the reviews did not fail. He described his predecessor Joe Biden as "drooling, senile man" and the Democrats as "radical insane", "criminals" and "sick people". He also described tens of thousands of federal officials as "incompetent" and "corrupt". This aggressive rhetoric contributes to the further division of the US company, which according to Tagesschau.de anyway with regard to political development.
economy and tax policy
With a view to the economy, Trump promised to initiate a "golden age" for America, which is said to be characterized by lower consumer prices and higher wages. However, experts warn of the possible consequences of his customs policy, which could already lead to higher inflation and slow economic growth. In March 2025, inflation was at 2.8 percent compared to the previous year, the lowest increase in almost four years, as Trump's economic measures include the announcement of large -scale tax cuts. These should be designed in such a way that they benefit from the masses, even if the surveys show that only 11 percent of the Americans feel economically better. Higher tariffs on imported goods that are in many cases above those of the partner countries ensure additional uncertainties.
immigration and foreign policy
Trump's central concern is the tightening of immigration policy. This manifests itself in the reactivation of the "Remain in Mexico" program and the expansion of the border wall. In February 2025, around 11,000 migrants were deported, which Trump's politics marks the largest deportation program in US history. However, critics warn of the spread of fear among migrants and minorities, which is considered questionable, especially in view of the undermining of the separation of powers through the deportations despite judicial orders.
Trump's foreign policy, which is characterized by an “America First” motto, is also criticized. In the context of the Ukraine conflict, American concessions to Russia were reported during Trump's first phone call with Vladimir Putin, while military aid for Ukraine was put on hold.
criticism and social effects
The farce for reducing official bodies and the establishment of the "Department of Government Efficiency" under Elon Musk has also made a feeling of uncertainty. Critics warn of the loss of important state functions and the risk of a "climate of uncertainty". Trump's moderate approval values of around 39 percent show that the disappointment, especially among younger voters and Hispanic Americans, is growing, which further increases social polarization.
In the first 100 days of his second term, Trump signed 139 decrees, which raises concerns about the constitutional separation of powers. This extensive use of decrees, combined with a zigzag course in politics, leads to a climate of unstability and makes the government a challenge.
summarized Trump's first time after a return to the White House raised more questions than answers, with the resistance and the opposition to be determined.
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