The year 2025 will be etched in history as the period when Donald Trump, in his second term as the 47th President of the United States, embarked on an unprecedented mission to dismantle and rebuild the established global order. From his very first day back in the Oval Office, Trump wielded his executive power with a fervor that eclipsed his first term, signing a staggering number of orders and setting a new, disruptive tempo for American governance and its role on the world stage.
A Torrent of Executive Actions Reshapes Policy
President Trump's return to power was marked by immediate and sweeping action. In 2025 alone, he signed 225 executive orders, surpassing the total of 220 he issued during his entire first term. A record 143 of these orders came within the pivotal first 100 days, a clear signal of his intent to swiftly imprint his vision on the nation. His agenda was broad and transformative: a crackdown on illegal immigration that reportedly drove border crossings to record lows, a significant overhaul of the federal workforce, the reversal of diversity and environmental regulations, and a bold reshaping of global trade through unilateral tariffs.
Domestically, his influence extended to the very fabric of Washington D.C. He demolished the historic East Wing of the White House to construct a 'big beautiful ballroom.' Furthermore, he attached his name to federal institutions, including the US Institute of Peace and the Kennedy Centre for Performing Arts. Looking ahead, Trump announced plans to build an Arc de Triomphe-style monument, nicknamed "Arc de Trump," to commemorate America's 250th anniversary in 2026, with construction slated to begin within two months, irrespective of approval from planning authorities.
The "President of Peace" and Global Chessboard
On the international front, Trump styled himself as a 'President of Peace,' claiming credit for stopping eight conflicts. Notably, he asserted he helped avert a war between nuclear-armed neighbors India and Pakistan—a claim that, as per reports, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has not acknowledged. He also facilitated an uneasy ceasefire in Gaza, for which Israel awarded him a peace prize for his "tremendous contributions to Israel and the Jewish people."
Analysts observed that Trump achieved a state of 'omnipresence' in public discourse through relentless media engagement. A review noted over 250 media appearances, 320 official events, and more than 5,000 posts on his Truth Social platform in 329 days, ensuring his constant visibility. The New York Times suggested this strategy often involved launching distractions, such as a "fusillade" of commentary when faced with bad news, like the re-emergence of Jeffrey Epstein-related files.
Legacy, Health, and the Road to 2026
Despite controversies, including critiques that he made a "mockery of the rule of law," outlets like Real Clear Politics acknowledged that 2025 would be remembered as one of the most consequential years in American history. Foreign Policy predicted Trump would remain a towering figure in geopolitics in 2026, influential in conflicts, trade, and immigration.
At 79, Trump vigorously countered reports about his age and fitness. He publicly shared assurances from White House doctors about his "PERFECT HEALTH" and boasted about acing a cognitive examination. He even proposed that such tests be mandatory for all presidential and vice-presidential candidates. As the year ended, a White House video, styled after the film *Gladiator*, signaled his readiness for the battles of 2026, promising that his disruptive tenure was far from over.
