Detailed Policy Analysis of Donald J. Trump's Presidency
An in-depth examination of the policies implemented during his tenure.
Tax Cuts and Jobs Act
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act was a significant legislative achievement during Trump's presidency, aimed at stimulating economic growth through tax reductions.
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act lowered the corporate tax rate from 35% to 21% and made significant changes to individual tax brackets.
Immigration Policies
Trump's administration was marked by stringent immigration policies, including the Travel Ban targeting several predominantly Muslim countries.
The Travel Ban, officially known as Executive Order 13769, was implemented in January 2017 and faced numerous legal challenges.
Deregulation
Deregulation was a key aspect of Trump's economic policy, aimed at reducing the regulatory burden on businesses across various industries.
Deregulation efforts included rolling back environmental protections and financial regulations.
Supreme Court Appointments
Trump's appointments to the Supreme Court, including Neil Gorsuch and Brett Kavanaugh, had a lasting impact on the judiciary.
Neil Gorsuch was confirmed in April 2017, and Brett Kavanaugh was confirmed in October 2018, both contributing to a conservative shift in the Court.