As of February 3rd, Joe Biden has signed 28 executive orders, and that number is just going to rise. However, these are only the tip of the iceberg of what he will do in his presidency. This article will highlight ten of Biden’s executive actions that have reversed Trump’s policy, fought the pandemic, built back the economy, and more.
Rejoining the Paris Climate Accords and the World Health Organization - While these are not executive orders they are important for Biden in fighting the pandemic and climate change.
Revoking Muslim Travel Ban (banning travel from Middle East countries with a high Muslim population) - This was one of Trump’s first executive actions, and about four years later, Biden reversed this controversial federal directive.
Requiring mask and distancing on federal property and by federal employees - This is one of the many executive orders Biden has signed that will help combat this pandemic.
Creating a task force to reunite migrant families separated at the border - Trump and his administration separated hundreds of migrant families at the border, and this order will create a task force to reunite these families.
Ending the “Remain in Mexico” Policy and restoring the US Asylum Policy - Before this executive action, migrants seeking asylum on the Mexico border had to wait in Mexico while their asylum case was being processed. Now migrants seeking asylum can wait in America while their case is being processed.
Ending the Justices Department’s use of private prisons - Private prisons are a problem in America, as the companies are managing prisons for profits. The Justice Department will no longer fund and support private prisons.
Repealing transgender military ban - This was another action put in place by the former president. As of January 25th, transgender people will be able to serve in our armed forces again.
Requiring masks on planes, trains, and buses - This order requires masks in any form of transportation in the United States. While most airlines and train companies instituted mask mandates, this executive order will further fight the pandemic.
Providing guidance on safely reopening schools - This order will give states resources on how to reopen schools safely and provide the necessary funding and PPE (personal protective equipment).
Bolstering access to COVID-19 treatments and clinical care - This executive order will provide clinics with the needed money and PPE to help combat COVID-19. This order will also provide funding to assist in discovering COVID-19 treatments.
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