On his first day back in office, President Donald Trump has immediately begun dismantling a series of programs and initiatives established during the Biden administration. Among the most significant actions are the revocation of executive orders on AI safety standards, environmental mandates, and electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure, which were key components of Biden’s sustainability agenda.

Trump annulled close to 80 executive orders, including those promoting AI safety and the transition to zero-emission vehicles. The Biden mandates urged companies to report AI developments capable of significant impact and pushed for 50% of vehicles on US roads to be electric by 2030. These initiatives aimed to address potential risks like misinformation and weaponization of AI.

The business community, particularly in sectors like AI hardware, greeted these rollbacks with approval. Major corporations anticipate fewer regulatory burdens. Trump’s administration argues that the previous measures restricted technological innovation by adhering to what they describe as radical ideologies.

Further changes include halting financing for green energy projects outlined in the Inflation Reduction Act and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. Significant resources had been allocated for developing green technologies and a sustainable energy infrastructure; however, Trump’s alternate strategies for domestic energy growth remain unclear.

Additionally, substantial political maneuvers have taken place, such as renaming geographical landmarks and pausing refugee entries while enacting strict measures along the southern border.

This policy reversal is poised to significantly alter the trajectory set during the Biden years, raising questions about future environmental and technological standards, implementation practices for artificial intelligence, and broader geopolitical implications. The coming years under Trump 2.0 promise to be eventful for the US, particularly for sectors closely tied to government regulation.