President-elect Donald Trump is re-entering the White House with a stronger mandate than during his first term, intent on displaying his full power and influence.

On the night of January 10, less than two weeks before his inauguration, Trump met with members of the ultra-conservative House Freedom Caucus at the ballroom of his Mar-a-Lago resort. Surrounded by allies, he confidently described the current political landscape, asserting that Democrats were weakened, demoralized, and disorganized following their electoral defeat, according to two attendees.

Trump urged bold action to exploit Democratic vulnerabilities and showcase his authority. From legislative proposals worth trillions to plans for ending the Russia-Ukraine conflict, annexing Greenland, taking control of the Panama Canal and parts of Canada, and issuing a flurry of executive orders on Inauguration Day, Trump signaled a desire to begin his term with an emphatic show of strength.

A New Perspective on Power

Unlike his first term in 2017, when Trump entered the presidency as a political outsider reliant on seasoned Washington insiders, his perspective has shifted. Now, he views Washington as riddled with "weakness and stagnation" and considers himself his best advisor.

He reportedly plans to sign around 100 executive orders on his first day, including launching "the largest deportation operation in U.S. history," targeting undocumented immigrants with criminal records. His team is also organizing visits to disaster-stricken areas in California and North Carolina.

Republican Challenges

Trump recognizes that his greatest obstacle may not be Democrats but divisions within his own Republican Party. Narrow Republican majorities in Congress mean that even small defections could derail his ambitious agenda. Trump has emphasized unity to conservative lawmakers, lamenting that Democrats are much better at sticking together.

He is also concerned about looming battles over the debt ceiling. Despite his efforts to pressure Republicans into resolving the issue before his inauguration, no agreement has been reached.

Leveraging Executive Power

Determined to avoid the missteps of his first term, Trump has vowed to surround himself only with loyalists. He plans to reintroduce "Schedule F," a controversial executive order that makes it easier to dismiss federal employees deemed disloyal. Trump has instructed aides to vet candidates for top government roles based on their stance on the Capitol riot and his claim of victory in the 2020 election.

Trump's focus extends beyond domestic policy to international relations. He has suggested imposing additional sanctions on Russia to compel President Vladimir Putin to negotiate an end to the Ukraine war. Trump also sees an opportunity to pressure Iran, citing its vulnerabilities after recent military setbacks.

Public Opinion and Risks

Trump's aggressive plans come with risks. Polls show that while many Americans support some of his goals, such as deporting undocumented immigrants with criminal records, they are uneasy with extreme measures like mass raids. Similarly, his proposal to pardon individuals convicted in the January 6 Capitol riot is unpopular, with only 34% approval in a recent Monmouth University poll.

Some advisors have cautioned Trump against overreaching, warning that impulsive decisions could backfire, as they did during his first term. However, Trump remains confident, bolstered by widespread support among his base and renewed media attention.

A Vision for Washington

Trump envisions a transformed Washington, even down to its image. He is reportedly exploring purchasing the Waldorf Astoria hotel near the White House and converting it back into a Trump-branded property, creating a hub for his supporters. He has also floated ideas for redesigning parts of the White House to include social spaces for his allies.

As he prepares to assume office, Trump appears intent on seizing the moment, leveraging his unprecedented authority to reshape both his administration and the broader political landscape.

(Reported by CNN, AFP, Reuters)

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