Trump signs first executive orders in party-like atmosphere at Capital One Arena

Published January 20, 2025 7:46pm ET



President Donald Trump signed a wave of Day One executive actions before a crowded Capital One Arena on Monday, following through on various campaign pledges before a sea of supporters celebrating his Inauguration Day.

The orders followed through with various campaign promises aimed at curbing the alleged “weaponization” of government by the outgoing Biden administration and ending climate policies, including removing the United States from the Paris Climate Treaty again. He also teased pardons for people convicted in relation to the Jan. 6 Capitol riot but did not sign any pardons for the so-called hostages before the crowd.

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