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President's 100 Days: 143 Orders Ignite Controversy

5/1/2025

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As the president celebrated 100 days into his second term on April 30, he unleashed 143 executive orders, stirring up a whirlwind of controversy. Reactions poured in, with supporters lauding his bold initiatives, while the White House took aim at Amazon's pricing tactics amid tariff disputes. Meanwhile, China stood firm against U.S. pressures, promising to push back.

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As the president celebrated 100 days into his second term on April 30, he unleashed 143 executive orders, stirring up a whirlwind of controversy. Reactions poured in, with supporters lauding his bold initiatives, while the White House took aim at Amazon's pricing tactics amid tariff disputes. Meanwhile, China stood firm against U.S. pressures, promising to push back.