President Donald J. Trump signed several executive orders on January 20, 2025, which was his first full day back in office:

Pardons and Commutations: Trump signed an executive order pardoning approximately 1,500 individuals involved in the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot, and commuting the sentences of 14 others, including members of extremist groups like the Oath Keepers and Proud Boys.

Rescinding Biden-Era Executive Orders: He revoked 78 executive orders from the Biden administration, including those related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and protections for the LGBTQ+ community.

Climate and Energy Policy: Trump withdrew the United States from the Paris Climate Agreement, declared a "national energy emergency," and took steps to ease regulations on oil and gas drilling.

Immigration and Border Security: He declared a national emergency at the southern border and directed the military to work with the Department of Homeland Security to secure it.

Federal Workforce: Trump implemented a hiring freeze for federal government employees and required federal workers to return to in-person work at their duty stations.

TikTok Ban: He signed an executive order delaying the implementation of the TikTok ban for 75 days.

Gender and Biological Reality: An executive order was signed to define "male" and "female" as biological realities, aiming to protect women from what he described as "radical gender ideologies."

Economic Measures: He ordered actions aimed at providing emergency price relief for American families and to address the cost-of-living crisis.

Renaming Geographic Features: Trump signed orders to rename the Gulf of Mexico to "Gulf of America" and to revert the name of North America's highest peak from Denali back to Mount McKinley.

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Biden Grants Last-Minute Pardons Before Trump Takes Office

Just before Donald Trump becomes President again, Joe Biden decided to forgive Dr. Anthony Fauci, General Mark Milley, and some people from a special group in Congress who looked into the January 6th Capitol riot. This means they won't face any legal trouble for things they did while in office.

Here are some of the most significant breaking news stories from today, January 20, 2025:

Donald Trump's Inauguration: Donald Trump is being sworn in today as the 47th President of the United States. This event marks his return to the presidency, with numerous executive orders expected to be signed on his first day back in office. Vice President-elect JD Vance will also take the oath of office.

Gaza Ceasefire and Hostage Release: As part of a ceasefire agreement, Hamas has released three hostages, Romi Gonen, Emily Damari, and Doron Steinbrecher, with Israel reciprocating by freeing 90 Palestinian prisoners, all women or teens. This is part of an effort to return 33 hostages over six weeks.

Trump's Public Appearances: Before the inauguration, President-elect Trump and his wife Melania attended a service at St. John's Episcopal Church, maintaining the tradition of an Inauguration Day worship service. They were also welcomed by President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden for a pre-inaugural tea at the White House, signifying a peaceful transfer of power.

Here's a brief on some of the important news topics today:

- India: Union Home Minister Amit Shah highlighted the challenges posed by dark web, cryptocurrency, online marketplaces, and drones in combating drug trafficking at a regional conference. The government is focusing on increasing drug seizures and dismantling narco-terror networks.

- USA: President Joe Biden made a rare appearance in the White House briefing room to take questions after 1,080 days in office, indicating a shift in his interaction with the press.

- Global: The planet has crossed an important temperature threshold, and wildfires continue to ravage southern California.

- Middle East: An Israeli airstrike near the Masnaa Border Crossing in Lebanon has led to significant disruptions, with the strikes causing craters on the road used by many fleeing the conflict.

- Tech: Google has threatened to stop linking to New Zealand news content if the government passes legislation requiring tech companies to pay for news articles displayed on their platforms.

- Politics: In Slovakia, there's a likelihood of a snap election, and Sweden is set to tighten its immigration rules.

- Middle East Conflict: A ceasefire between Israel and Hamas is scheduled to commence on Sunday morning.

This summary covers a range of significant developments from various parts of the world based on today's news.

Here are some of the top news stories for today:

Gaza Ceasefire and Hostage Deal: The Israeli security cabinet has recommended approving a ceasefire and hostage return deal in Gaza, ahead of a full cabinet meeting. However, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delayed the vote, citing last-minute changes by Hamas.

Trump's Cabinet Confirmation Hearings: Confirmation hearings for Donald Trump's cabinet picks are ongoing, with significant focus on the nominations for Defense Secretary, Interior Secretary, and others. There's particular attention on Pete Hegseth's suitability for Defense Secretary following a contentious Senate hearing.

TikTok in the U.S.: The Biden administration is exploring ways to keep TikTok available in the U.S., as a ban on the app is set to begin if no action is taken by the Supreme Court.

NFL Playoffs: CBS News featured insights from Bill Cowher on the upcoming NFL divisional round, highlighting key matchups like the Baltimore Ravens vs. Buffalo Bills.

Health News: The American Cancer Society has reported an increase in cancer rates among women, surpassing men in some cases, with CBS News discussing the implications.

Biden's Farewell Speech: Outgoing President Joe Biden gave a farewell speech focusing on his record of upholding democracy, warning against the concentration of power and the impacts of climate change.

Space News: The European Space Agency released new images of Mercury's surface, capturing details of its permanently shadowed craters and volcanic plains.

Local News (Minnesota): A man was arrested following a hit-and-run incident on New Year's Day in Minneapolis, and the weather in Minnesota is expected to remain mild with a thaw.

TikTok is suing the Biden administration – citing the First Amendment – over a new law signed by President Biden that would ban the social media platform in the U.S. if China-owned ByteDance doesn’t divest by January.

Kamala Harris is looking to make changes to #Biden’s plan for increasing capital-gains taxes. Her team thinks the current proposal sets the tax rate too high. They believe a smaller increase would better support investment in new businesses and make it easier for small businesses to get the funding they need.

A perilous moment for Biden’s campaign: Almost 35 Democrats in Congress say it’s time for Biden to quit the race — 12 coming forward on Friday alone — with more lawmakers expected to speak out in the days ahead. - Curtsy of AP

Should #Biden have just ignored SAB 121, and not vetoed against it? There are Democrats with voters who support #crypto, a substantial voting block of between 44 and 50 million people participating in upcoming election.

Yes, we see that #Trump is all in #Crypto. If #Biden fails to map it on time, it might get counter productive for him to make this election. - Video curtsy: @LauraLoomer