30 Ways Trump Impacted the US, World in First Year

WASHINGTON—President Donald Trump used his first year back in the White House to set the tone for his second presidency, changing the nation and the world in the process. Through more than 225 executive orders, the president reorganized federal government policy and focus, while advancing his America First agenda. On the world stage, Trump reset global trade policy, brokered peace deals, and used the U.S. military in several defining moments. Here are 30 ways the Trump administration has transformed the country and beyond. 1. One Big Beautiful Bill Act In July 2025, Congress passed Trump’s signature domestic policy legislation—the One Big Beautiful Bill Act—that implemented sweeping changes to tax and social policies over the next 10 years....