This week, President Donald J. Trump showcased significant strides in his America First agenda, claiming notable victories aimed at invigorating the economy, bolstering national security, and fostering global stability. From striking a transformative trade deal to implementing assertive measures for border security, President Trump appears to be delivering outcomes that resonate with the American populace.
Here is a selective overview of the week 16 accomplishments:
- President Trump declared a “breakthrough” trade agreement with the United Kingdom, enhancing market access, reducing non-tariff barriers, and creating a more equitable environment for American exporters.
- National Cattlemen’s Beef Association: “President Trump has secured a monumental win for American family farmers and ranchers. Our gratitude goes to President Trump for advocating for American cattle producers.”
- National Corn Growers Association: “This development is fantastic. We commend President Trump and his administration for successfully negotiating this deal.”
- International Dairy Foods Association: “On behalf of America’s dairy processors and producers, IDFA expresses appreciation for President Trump’s announcement of a significant trade agreement that will expand access for U.S. agricultural goods, lower tariffs, and eliminate trade barriers.”
- President Trump’s unwavering commitment to enhancing American manufacturing has catalyzed a wave of onshoring and increased U.S. investment.
- The Wall Street Journal: Trump’s tariffs are reportedly benefiting certain U.S. manufacturers.
- The Washington Post: This U.S. manufacturer welcomes Trump’s tariffs.
- Bristol Myers Squibb announced a monumental $40 billion investment in research, development, technology, and U.S.-based manufacturing over the next five years.
- Gilead Sciences unveiled an $11 billion increase in its planned investments for U.S.-based manufacturing.
- Invenergy announced a $1.7 billion investment in U.S. electric transmission systems.
- Merck Animal Health disclosed an $895 million investment to expand its manufacturing operations in Kansas.
- Wistron Corp., a Taiwanese electronics manufacturer and AI server producer, announced an additional $455 million investment in the U.S.
- Lego revealed a $366 million investment to establish a new distribution center in Prince George County, Virginia.
- Hotpack, a Dubai-based manufacturer of food packaging materials, announced a $100 million investment to launch its first U.S. manufacturing facility in Edison, New Jersey.
- The Trump Administration introduced a comprehensive plan to revamp the nation’s air traffic control system, building upon prior measures taken to enhance air travel safety and efficiency.
- American Airlines CEO Robert Isom: “This initiative from President Trump and Secretary Duffy presents an unprecedented opportunity to address our aging air traffic control infrastructure and develop a world-class system worthy of our nation.”
- Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian: “I extend my gratitude to Secretary Duffy and the Administration for their strong commitment to overhauling the U.S. air traffic control system.”
- United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby: “Today marks a historic moment—a turning point towards achieving the best-in-class air traffic control system that American citizens rightfully deserve.”
- Southwest Airlines CEO Bob Jordan: “I am immensely grateful to Secretary Duffy and President Trump for their exceptional leadership in bringing stakeholders together to tackle this issue.”
- President Trump has persisted in efforts to fortify our borders, eliminate illegal immigrant criminals from our communities, and ensure the safety of American citizens.
- President Trump revealed intentions to house the nation’s most dangerous criminals at Alcatraz prison.
- President Trump initiated “Project Homecoming” to incentivize illegal immigrants to voluntarily leave the U.S.
- The Department of Justice announced the dismantling of a major drug and weapons trafficking operation in New Mexico, linked to the Sinaloa cartel—resulting in the largest fentanyl seizure in U.S. history and the capture of six high-ranking cartel operatives unlawfully residing in the country.
- The Department of Justice reported that 115 children were rescued and 205 child sex offenders arrested within a mere five days as part of Operation Restore Justice.
- The Department of Homeland Security announced financial incentives for illegal immigrants voluntarily departing the U.S. through the CBP Home App, potentially saving taxpayers around $1 million per illegal alien family in long-term welfare and public support costs.
- Breitbart: Reports indicate a significant decline in migrant apprehensions at the Southern Border.
- Fox News: A daycare facility in an affluent area closed after harboring a fugitive child predator arrested by ICE.
- The percentage of Americans expressing significant concern about crime has decreased by ten points compared to last year.
- President Trump has continued to advocate for global peace through strength.
- President Trump announced a ceasefire with Houthi militants in Yemen, restoring navigation rights in the Red Sea for U.S.-flagged vessels.
- The Department of the Treasury targeted a third teapot refinery for facilitating Iranian oil shipments as part of a broader pressure campaign.
- The State Department classified Haitian gangs as foreign terrorist organizations.
- The State Department celebrated the safe rescue of all hostages held by the Maduro regime at the Argentinian Embassy in Caracas, Venezuela.
- A recent survey indicated that 70% of farmers anticipate President Trump’s tariffs will strengthen the agricultural economy in the long run.
- President Trump announced his initial round of judicial nominations.
- President Trump terminated federal funding for risky gain-of-function research conducted abroad.
- President Trump revoked the divisive Biden-era “Digital Equity Act,” which allocated billions based on race.
- President Trump introduced new tariffs on foreign-produced films to stimulate the American film industry.
- President Trump signed an Executive Order to rejuvenate the domestic manufacturing base for prescription drugs and promote local production of essential medicines.
- President Trump eliminated ineffective water pressure standards that rendered household appliances less efficient and more costly.
- President Trump signed an Executive Order aimed at enhancing care for veterans, boosting accountability for such care, and establishing a National Center for Warrior Independence to assist homeless veterans.
- President Trump signed an Executive Order to alleviate the regulatory burden on Americans, ensuring no individual is inadvertently criminalized for unknowingly violating obscure regulations.
- President Trump directed his administration to swiftly implement mechanisms to prevent the proliferation of invasive carp in the Great Lakes Basin and neighboring areas.
- President Trump instructed the Office of the Federal Register to expedite document publishing processes, reducing costs and enabling agencies to more effectively advance his deregulatory agenda.
- President Trump officially proclaimed May 8 as “Victory Day for World War II” to honor the unparalleled strength and valor of the American Armed Forces.
- The Department of Education maintained its diligent oversight of secondary and higher education institutions to enforce compliance with federal law.
- The Department of Education initiated an investigation into the Saratoga Springs City School District in New York for potential Title IX violations regarding male participation in female sports and access to female facilities.
- The Department of Education notified Harvard University that it would cease awarding new federal grants due to non-compliance with federal law.
- The Department of Education launched a formal inquiry into the University of Pennsylvania’s foreign funding practices after discovering discrepancies in their financial disclosures.
- The Department of Education initiated a Title IX investigation into Western Carolina University amid allegations regarding the failure to ensure sex-segregated intimate spaces.
- The Task Force to Combat Anti-Semitism announced a review of recent anti-Semitic incidents at the University of Washington and its affiliates.
- The Department of Education resumed collections for defaulted student loans after a five-year hiatus and reminded institutions of their responsibilities to support struggling borrowers.
- The Department of Education directed states to optimize parental choices for the safest educational environments for their children.
- The Department of Justice initiated an investigation into a recent policy in Hennepin County, Minnesota, concerning race considerations in plea bargains.
- The Department of the Treasury announced a streamlined process to facilitate increased investment in U.S. businesses from allied nations.
- The Department of Energy implemented new guidelines to limit indirect costs associated with certain grant funding, potentially saving taxpayers over $935 million annually.
- The Department of Energy rescinded the Biden-era ban on fossil fuels in federal buildings, ensuring the use of the most efficient energy sources to reduce taxpayer expenses and mitigate regulatory overreach.
- The Department of State disbanded the “Office of Palestinian Affairs,” an initiative from the previous administration that discouraged Israel from responding to the October 7 terrorist attacks.
- The Department of Health and Human Services cautioned medical schools that DEI-focused admissions or employment practices breach federal law and must be abolished to avoid jeopardizing federal funding.
- The National Institutes of Health announced the termination of all beagle experiments on its campus.
- The Department of Agriculture reported the removal of hazardous materials—such as dead trees—that pose wildfire risks to communities and essential infrastructure.
- The Department of Agriculture enhanced enforcement measures to ensure states are properly maintaining SNAP benefits for eligible Americans.
- The Department of Housing and Urban Development, in collaboration with First Lady Melania Trump, announced a new initiative aimed at preventing homelessness among individuals aging out of the foster care system.
- The Department of Labor secured over $1.4 million in back wages for more than 2,600 employees after uncovering wage violations by a California company.
- The Department of Labor announced additional funding to support disaster-relief jobs and ongoing employment training for Tennesseans and Floridians affected by last year’s tropical storms.
- The Department of Transportation terminated $54 million in grants deemed excessively progressive or “woke.”
- The Office of the Director of National Intelligence released an additional 60,000 documents pertaining to the assassination of Senator Robert F. Kennedy.
- The Supreme Court upheld the Trump administration’s ban on military service for individuals with gender dysphoria, emphasizing a focus on military readiness over social agendas.
- President Trump announced that Washington, D.C., will host the NFL Draft in 2027.
- The House of Representatives passed legislation to codify President Trump’s Executive Order related to the “Gulf of America.”
