While opinions about Donald Trump’s presidency are highly polarized, there are several areas where his administration made significant policy changes that had lasting impact. Here are some notable aspects:
- Economic Policies:
- Healthcare:
- Obamacare: Although Trump didn’t repeal the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare), he inadvertently bolstered it by pouring billions of extra federal dollars into subsidizing Americans’ coverage. This move had a lasting impact on health exchanges and premium subsidies2.
- Judicial Appointments:
- Trump reshaped the federal judiciary by appointing three Supreme Court justices and numerous federal judges. These appointments will influence legal decisions for years to come3.
- Foreign Policy:
- Space Exploration:
- Veterans Affairs:
- Criminal Justice Reform:
- Energy Independence:
- Trump prioritized domestic energy production, leading to increased oil and gas production and reduced reliance on foreign oil3.