Second term
Coverage of Second term in the Nexus archive.
- Trump fired the watchdogs. Their replacements have a different mission.
During the first year of Trump’s second term, his approach was to fire federal inspectors general, who are supposed to be apolitical. The title states that these watchdogs were fired, and their replacements reportedly have a different mission.
- ‘But Biden’ excuses are just admissions Trump has failed
An opinion piece argues that Donald Trump has failed to deliver on his promises during his second term. The article also criticizes supporters who continue to blame previous administrations like Joe Biden and Barack Obama.
- Trump’s three big retreats lay bare the limits of his power
The article highlights that Trump's second year in office has been marked by significant retreats, contrasting with the aggressive approach of his first year. These retreats are presented as evidence of the limitations of his power.
- LA Mayor Karen Bass, acknowledging mistakes, angles for second term in struggling city
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass is seeking re-election after a challenging first term. The article notes her acknowledgment of mistakes and efforts to secure a second term in a city facing difficulties.
- Trump expected to appear at White House press gala for first time as president
President Donald J. Trump is expected to attend the White House press gala for the first time during his presidency, having skipped the event during his first term and the first year of his second term.
- How the U.S.-Mexico border changed since Trump took over
Illegal crossings at the U.S.-Mexico border have decreased since President Trump began his second term, according to a CBS News report by Camilo Montoya-Galvez.
- Trump approval mired at lowest of second term: Survey
President Trump’s approval rating has reached the lowest point of his second term at 36% according to a Reuters/Ipsos survey. The decline coincides with his contentious interactions with Pope Leo XIV and the ongoing U.S. conflict in Iran.
- Trump reportedly says he’ll issue mass pardons at end of his presidential term
President Donald Trump reportedly plans to issue mass pardons to his closest advisers at the end of his second term, following already granting pardons to 1,500 US Capitol riot defendants. The claim comes from a Wall Street Journal report citing an anonymous source, with Trump humorously stating he would pardon everyone within 200 feet of the Oval Office.