Since taking office earlier this year, Trump has displayed a willingness to push boundaries beyond what was seen in his first term, leading to questions about his current state of mind. During his first term from 2017 to 2021, he was known for being unpredictable, confrontational on social media platforms like Twitter (now referred to as X), and often made policy decisions impulsively. However, in his second term, his actions have escalated significantly.
This year, Trump has been involved in a series of controversial incidents, such as issuing aggressive threats of tariffs, attempting to prevent children born in the U.S. to immigrant families from receiving citizenship, and utilizing the 230-year-old Alien Enemies Act to order the mass deportation of Venezuelans with alleged gang affiliations. Additionally, he has targeted individuals associated with the International Criminal Court merely for investigating the U.S. or its allies, and has criticized judges who ruled against his administration.
In a recent development, Trump stirred controversy by suggesting a link between the use of paracetamol by pregnant women and the development of autism in babies. Despite his claims, medical authorities emphasize that paracetamol is a safe option for pain and fever management during pregnancy, as untreated conditions can pose risks of birth defects.
Furthermore, Trump inaccurately boasted about his poll numbers during a speech at the UN General Assembly, claiming to have the highest approval ratings ever, while in reality, his average approval rating currently stands in the low 40s. His remarks at the UN were also marked by harsh comments toward delegates from various countries regarding immigration issues.
Trump has also made contentious statements regarding climate change, dismissing it as a “hoax” and advocating for increased oil drilling in the North Sea. He criticized the Paris Climate Accord, despite the majority of nations being signatories to the agreement.
Despite these controversial actions, Trump’s second term has seen some positive outcomes, such as the return of manufacturing and investment by major companies to the U.S., which he views as a testament to his trade policies. Additionally, his administration’s relaxed regulations on artificial intelligence and technology have encouraged private investments in innovative technologies, leading to a decline in illegal border crossings and a focus on deporting criminal migrants.
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