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By: WILGENS SIRISE

It’s only been a few months since Donald J. Trump returned to the Oval Office in January 2025, yet the 45th and now 47th President of the United States has wasted no time making his presence felt. One of the sharpest tools in any president’s arsenal is the executive order — and Trump knows how to wield it like a seasoned general. But just how many executive orders has he signed since reclaiming the presidency? And what do they mean for the nation’s future?

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This isn’t just about numbers — it’s about the direction of a country at a crossroads. Trump’s Use of Executive Orders: A Presidential Signature
Before we get to the number, it’s important to understand what an executive order (EO) actually is. These are legally binding directives issued by the President to federal agencies, often used to implement policy quickly without waiting for Congress. They’re not laws, but they carry real weight. Historically, presidents have used them to address emergencies, set national priorities, or reverse previous policies.

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Trump, both in his first term (2017-2021) and now in 2025, has shown a preference for acting decisively, some would say unilaterally — when he believes action is necessaryThe 2025 Executive Order Counts So Far As of August 1, 2025, President Trump has signed 39 executive orders since taking office on January 20.

Let that sink in. In just over six months, Trump has issued nearly 40 EOs, averaging more than six per month. By comparison, President Biden had signed 33 executive orders in his first 100 days. Trump, clearly, is aiming to outpace that.

But what’s truly telling is not just the number, but the nature of these orders.

A Glimpse Into the Content of Trump’s 2025 Executive Orders
So what exactly is Trump doing with these executive orders? Let’s break down some of the most notable ones that have made headlines and stirred both hope and controversy across the country.

  1. Border Security and Immigration
    Perhaps unsurprisingly, one of Trump’s first executive orders reactivated and expanded policies related to border security. This included restarting construction on the southern border wall, deploying more National Guard troops, and placing stricter limitations on asylum applications.

In fact, Executive Order #4-2025 calls for the creation of “Border Security Zones” within 100 miles of the U.S.-Mexico border, a move that has sparked lawsuits and constitutional debates.

Economic Nationalism Revisited
Trump has signed multiple EOs aimed at boosting American manufacturing and discouraging outsourcing. One of the most discussed was EO #12-2025, dubbed the “America First Supply Chain Act,” which mandates that federal agencies prioritize U.S.-made materials and products — even if they’re more expensive.

    Supporters say it will protect jobs; critics argue it will drive up costs and disrupt global trade.

    1. Climate and Energy Rollbacks
      In classic Trump fashion, climate regulations have not escaped his notice. In EO #16-2025, he rescinded several of Biden’s climate initiatives, including limits on offshore drilling and emissions from coal plants.

    Environmentalists are calling it a step backward. Trump supporters say it’s necessary to protect American energy independence.

    1. Education and “Patriotic Curriculum”
      Trump has also turned his attention to the education system. EO #22-2025 orders the Department of Education to audit public school curricula for “anti-American bias” and promotes a “Patriotic Curriculum Initiative,” which critics say echoes authoritarian propaganda.

    Still, many parents across conservative states are welcoming the idea, citing concerns over “woke indoctrination.”

    Why So Many Executive Orders?

    Let’s be clear: Trump’s aggressive use of executive orders is not an accident. It’s a strategy.With a divided Congress and constant resistance from progressive leaders, Trump knows legislation will be hard to pass. Executive orders, while temporary and vulnerable to reversal, allow him to act immediately, rally his base, and shape national policy on his terms.

    Some see it as bold leadership. Others, as reckless authoritarianism. But either way, it’s classic Trump.Is this sustainable? Or a Ticking Time Bomb?
    Here’s the catch: executive orders don’t last forever. The next president can undo them with a stroke of a pen — just as Trump is now doing to Biden’s. That means many of these changes, while dramatic, may not be permanent unless backed by actual laws.

    But maybe that’s not the point.

    Maybe the point is to signal power, make headlines, energize supporters, and create enough momentum to force Congress and the courts to react.

    This is Trump’s battlefield and he knows how to dominate it.

    The Trump Doctrine Returns
    So, how many executive orders has Trump signed in 2025? Thirty-nine and counting. But behind that number is a deeper truth: Trump isn’t just back he’s back with a vengeance. These orders represent a presidency determined to rewrite the script
    —WILGENS SURRISES