Trump’s First Days in Office: A Victory for America First

When Donald Trump took office on January 20, 2017, his first days were a clear win for conservatives across the nation. From the start, he acted swiftly to deliver on the promises that had propelled him to the White House. The new administration was focused, determined, and unapologetically committed to putting America First.

A Bold Trade Move

Trump’s decision to withdraw from the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) was a message to the world: America’s interests would no longer be sacrificed for global deals. By pulling out of TPP, Trump prioritized American jobs and industries over global agreements that had been undermining U.S. workers for decades. This was the kind of leadership the country needed.

Strengthening National Security

Trump’s travel ban, issued on January 27, 2017, was another strong move. While critics on the left decried the policy, it was clear that Trump was putting the security of the American people first. The temporary suspension of entry from seven high-risk countries was necessary to ensure that the U.S. was protected from terrorist threats. For many, it was a bold and decisive step that showed Trump wasn’t backing down.

Cutting Red Tape

Trump didn’t stop there. One of his first acts was to require that for every new regulation added, two existing ones must be eliminated. For years, unnecessary government regulations had suffocated businesses and stunted economic growth. With this move, Trump made it clear: government would stop getting in the way of American success.

Challenging the Political Establishment

From his cabinet picks to his media confrontations, Trump was making a statement that he wasn’t there to play by Washington’s rules. His appointments, like Betsy DeVos for Secretary of Education, were bold choices that ruffled feathers in D.C. but sent a clear message: Trump would stand firm on his principles, even when it wasn’t popular.

A Victory for Conservatives

For conservatives, Trump’s early days were a refreshing break from years of being ignored or undermined. His focus on trade, security, and deregulation delivered on the promises that had been long awaited. Trump wasn’t just a leader—he was the leader Republicans had been hoping for, someone willing to take bold actions to protect the country and push back against the status quo.

Looking back at those first days, it’s clear: Trump’s presidency was a victory for conservatives, and a promise that the fight to restore America’s greatness was just beginning.