Trump was sworn in as President of the United States, promising "America First," targeting immigration and energy, and reiterating the goal of securing the Gulf of Mexico and the Panama Canal

In his inaugural speech, Trump stated, "The golden age of America begins now," and that every day of his administration will be "America First." He will declare a national emergency at the southern border to stop illegal immigration and restart the "Remain in Mexico" policy. He promised to combat record-high inflation, lower oil prices, declare a national energy emergency, refill the strategic oil reserves, and promote exports. He aims to revitalize the automotive manufacturing industry by rescinding the Biden administration's electric vehicle policies and bringing car manufacturing back to the U.S. at a "speed no one can imagine." He did not mention imposing tariffs on any other countries, stating that he would establish an external tax bureau responsible for tariffs and immediately reform the trade system comprehensively. He reiterated that the Gulf of Mexico will be renamed the Gulf of America and promised to reclaim the Panama Canal. He plans to plant the American flag on Mars. The White House stated that Trump will withdraw from the Paris Climate Agreement but did not provide a timeline for the withdrawal