On his first full day back in the White House, President Donald Trump held meetings with congressional leaders, made significant announcements regarding infrastructure, and showcased his executive authority through a series of firings. Early Tuesday, Trump announced via his Truth social media platform that he would remove over 1,000 presidential appointees "who are not aligned with our vision," including notable figures such as chef Jose Andres, retired General Mark Milley, former State Department official Brian Hook, and former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms.

Utilizing his notorious catchphrase, "YOU’RE FIRED!"—popularized on his reality television show The Apprentice—Trump signaled a clear intention to redefine the administration's landscape, reminiscent of actions taken by former President Joe Biden who also removed several Trump appointees upon taking office. This marks a definitive return to Trump's more combative style of leadership.

As part of his agenda, Trump also promised a "massive announcement" related to infrastructure. Although the details were not disclosed ahead of time, Trump press secretary Karoline Leavitt emphasized its global significance during an interview with Fox News, stating, "You won’t want to miss it."

The term "infrastructure week" carries a heavy irony from Trump's previous term, as attempts to focus on significant infrastructure projects often lost momentum. Biden has frequently noted the lack of infrastructure advancements under Trump’s administration, quipping, "He didn’t build a damn thing," contrasting it with his own administration's promises of major construction initiatives.

In pursuit of national security, Trump has expressed intentions to prohibit Chinese companies from owning crucial U.S. infrastructure assets in sectors including energy, technology, and agriculture, asserting that existing holdings threatening America’s national security would need to be divested.

Additionally, Trump began his day with a traditional national prayer service at Washington National Cathedral, concluding four days of inauguration events. Later, he was scheduled to meet with key Republican leaders, such as House Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Majority Leader John Thune, to discuss legislative priorities amid ongoing divisions within the Republican-led Congress regarding tax cuts, immigration, and other goals.

During the initial hours of his presidency, Trump signed various executive orders indicating a swift change from his predecessor's policies, including pardoning several individuals involved in the January 6 Capitol riot, exiting international agreements like the Paris climate accords, and initiating an immigration crackdown.

Amid these developments, Trump has also signaled a temporary pause on a TikTok ban to allow its China-based company time to find an approved buyer. For more details, refer to the full articles on AP News and VOA News.