From declaring that there are “only two genders” to targeting diversity programs
and renaming the Gulf of Mexico, Trump’s actions have been bold and controversial.
He has also continued to push policies against undocumented migrants. Some of his
orders have been temporarily blocked by federal judges. On February 18, Trump signed
an executive order bringing independent agencies like the FTC and SEC underthe White
House’s control, which could increase his power significantly. Lawmakers had mixed
reactions to his first month, with North Dakota Senator Kevin Cramer calling it “Active,”
Missouri Senator Josh Hawley labeling it “Bold,” and Utah’s John Curtis describing it as
“Aggressive.” Iowa’s Chuck Grassley likened it to a “Hurricane,” while Vermont’s
Peter Welch accused Trump of going on an “illegal rampage,” and Delaware’s Chris Coons called it “terrible
