President Donald Trump marks 100 days of second term

President Donald Trump celebrates his first 100 days in office, from immigration reform to tariffs. Also,  Russia outlines specific ceasefire conditions it wants before concluding the war with Ukraine, amid skepticism expressed by Ukrainian leaders. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, April 30, 2025.

President Donald Trump marks first 100 days of second term

President Donald Trump has completed the first 100 days of his second term, highlighted by a rally in Michigan and a personal interview.

In his initial 100 days in office, Trump signed 142 executive orders, outpacing any previous president. On the first day of his second term, he was ready, signing 26 orders that addressed various issues, including significant immigration reform and a reduction of the federal government. In contrast, he signed only 55 executive orders throughout his entire first term.

Trump has overturned 100 executive orders from former president Joe Biden, affecting areas such as climate change, the COVID-19 pandemic, and diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. In his second term, he has enacted five bills into law so far, which is fewer than the 28 laws he signed during the first 100 days of his first term.

The second Trump administration faces more than 200 lawsuits from executive orders and other actions.

According to the latest polling, Trump’s approval rating has reached its lowest point since reclaiming the Oval Office. An NPR/PBS/Marist poll released Tuesday reports his approval at 42%, though supporters argue that Trump has reignited a movement in the United States. 

On his 100th day in office, Trump sat down with ABC News to discuss various topics, including tariffs, the Department of Government Efficiency and immigration reform. During that interview, Trump defended DOGE’s efforts to dismantle or shut down numerous government agencies and his global tariffs, particularly the 145% levy on goods imported from China.

The president also held a rally in Michigan, announcing a new fighter jet mission for Selfridge Air National Guard Base, which had been at risk of possibly closing, and he discussed what lies ahead. 

“We’ve done this all in 14 weeks. That’s one — remember that — 100 days. We’ve done all of the things that IA named and a lot more. and we’re counting, and it’s going to be — it’s going to be better. Wait until you see the results of some of the things that we’re doing,” Trump said. “In the coming weeks and months, we will pass the largest tax cuts in American history, and that will include no tax on tips, no tax on social security, no tax on overtime.”

Straight Arrow News’ political correspondent Ray Bogan breaks down the differences between Trump’s first 100 days in office and his first term here.

New government policy for revoking international students’ legal status

An internal memo to all personnel involved in the student and exchange visitor programs, which falls under the authority of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), revealed an expanded list of criteria for terminating the legal status of foreign-born students in the U.S.

Several reasons exist for students to lose their legal status, including discontinuing school, losing work authorization or committing specific crimes. However, some attorneys argue that these students generally have a right to due process before the termination of their legal status.

Under the new memo, having their visas revoked is grounds for students to lose legal status.

Last month, Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that the administration had revoked the visas of 300 students who participated in pro-Palestinian campus protests. Rubio said at the time, “If you lie to us and get a visa, then enter the United States, and with that visa, participate in that sort of activity, we’re going to take away your visa.” 

In the past, if a student had their visa revoked, they could remain in the U.S. to finish their studies; however, if they left the country, they would not be allowed back.

Amazon says it won’t add tariff increases next to product prices

Amazon announced it will not show additional tariff costs alongside product prices on its website, contradicting a report suggesting otherwise, as well as criticism from the Trump administration regarding the proposal. The online retail giant said Tuesday, April 29, it considered listing tariff charges on Amazon Haul, its newer discount platform meant to compete with low-cost Chinese e-commerce companies like Temu and Shein, but ultimately decided against it. 

Meanwhile, UPS announced Tuesday that it plans to cut about 20,000 jobs and close more than 70 facilities as it significantly reduces the number of Amazon shipments it handles. Despite how it may appear, the decision is not related to increasing prices from Trump’s tariffs.

In January, UPS and Amazon, its largest customer, agreed to reduce shipment volumes by over 50%. This decision coincides with the upcoming expiration of their nearly 30-year contract in 2026.

Ukraine doubtful over Russia’s ceasefire declaration

Ukraine has once again expressed doubt about Russia’s declaration of a ceasefire next week. Kyiv officials indicated that Tuesday’s drone strikes by Russia on civilian areas demonstrate that President Vladimir Putin is trying to “deceive the United States.”

They claimed the attacks killed at least one person in the southeastern region and injured three others. Ukraine also said Russia launched 20 drones and more than 30 guided bombs at Kharkiv.

Meanwhile, the three-day ceasefire will occur from May 8 to May 10.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Tuesday that it will mark the beginning of direct negotiations without preconditions to end the three-year war. Moscow’s requirements involve barring Ukraine from NATO, acknowledging Russian control over all territories claimed by the Kremlin in Ukraine, lifting international sanctions, and returning frozen Russian assets.

Ukraine has not agreed to the ceasefire.

Wisconsin judge suspended for helping man evade immigration authorities

A judge in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, has stepped down after immigration agents alleged that she assisted an undocumented immigrant, facing criminal charges, in exiting through a back door of the courthouse last week to evade federal custody. 

The Wisconsin Supreme Court has suspended Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan. The court stated it is acting to protect public confidence in Wisconsin courts. Dugan is temporarily prohibited from exercising the powers of a circuit court judge in the state.

The FBI took her into custody on Friday, April 25, at the county courthouse. She now faces charges for hiding an individual to avoid his discovery and arrest, along with obstructing or hindering a proceeding.

ICE agents accused Dugan of escorting Eduardo Flores-Ruiz and his lawyer out the jury door after she learned agents were in the building to arrest him. Court documents indicate Ruiz is in the country illegally after being deported in 2013.

Agents arrested him Friday after a foot chase outside the courthouse.

Judge Dugan’s lawyers assert her innocence. She will be arraigned in federal court in mid-May.

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