California's past legal victories are recalled as Trump declares a border emergency to curb immigration, while Governor Newsom warns of escalating political tensions.

Sources

• calmatters.org
• www.bbc.com
• www.biography.com
• www.gov.ca.gov

Trump signed orders delaying a TikTok ban and altering immigration enforcement at schools and churches. Reactions ranged from enthusiastic support during his inauguration to sharp criticism from civil liberties groups.

Sources

• www.bbc.com
• www.aclu-nj.org
• www.npr.org

Donald Trump's second inauguration unfolded with formal addresses while contentious pardons for January 6 rioters and new immigration executive orders spurred heated political responses.

Sources

• me.usembassy.gov
• ru.usembassy.gov
• garamendi.house.gov
• www.americanimmigrationcouncil.org

On his first day in office, President Trump reversed key climate policies by pulling the U.S. out of the Paris agreement and declaring an energy emergency to expedite permitting. This change marks a decisive shift in environmental strategy.

Sources

• ww2.aip.org

Today's updates show high tensions as Trump faces a provocative letter hinting at war readiness, cutbacks to cancer research, fire aid disputes, and DEI rollbacks marking a contentious second term start.

Sources

• thebulletin.org
• calmatters.org
• www.oncology-central.com
• www.whitehouse.gov
• www.aclu.org

Trump engaged in a heated call over Greenland, pushed tax policy changes in Las Vegas, and reinstated a restrictive abortion rule, marking a controversial start to his second term.

Sources

• doggett.house.gov
• www.cnn.com
• www.pbs.org
• reproductiverights.org

Bishop Budde plans dialogue with Trump on community concerns, while Trump asserts some Greenland residents favor US governance amid economic threats. Political and religious tensions mark the day.

Sources

• www.newyorker.com
• www.theguardian.com