President Donald Trump has wasted no time pushing an ambitious agenda in the first 100 days of his second term, issuing more than 100 executive orders aimed at remaking America. Many of these actions were rooted in the bold promises he made during the 2024 campaign — from ending major international conflicts to reshaping immigration policy and government itself.
Here’s a breakdown of some of Trump’s biggest campaign promises — and whether he’s delivered:
Promise: End the War in Ukraine
Campaign Rhetoric:
Throughout his campaign, Trump repeatedly vowed to end the war in Ukraine — even boasting he would settle the conflict “within 24 hours” of winning the election.
Status: Failed
Despite Trump’s claims, the war between Russia and Ukraine continues. In a recent interview, Trump admitted his promises were “exaggerations” made “in jest.” His administration’s tense Oval Office meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy underscored the ongoing challenges.
Promise: End the War in Gaza
Campaign Rhetoric:
Trump promised to restore Middle East stability after Hamas’ October 2023 attack on Israel, pledging to bring peace “quickly.”
Status: Failed
While Trump celebrated an early ceasefire agreement in January 2025, renewed Israeli military operations in Gaza collapsed the deal by March. Hostage negotiations remain ongoing, and casualties continue to mount.
Promise: Seal the Southern Border
Campaign Rhetoric:
At dozens of rallies, Trump vowed to “close the border” and end what he called the “invasion” of illegal immigrants.
Status: Kept
Illegal border crossings have plummeted by 96%, reaching historic lows according to U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Trump celebrated the achievement, declaring the southern border “the strongest and safest in U.S. history.”
Promise: Launch Mass Deportations
Campaign Rhetoric:
Trump pledged to oversee the largest deportation operation in American history.
Status: Jury’s Still Out
While 139,000 deportations have been carried out so far, legal challenges and logistical hurdles have slowed progress. Officials insist more funding is needed to meet Trump’s ambitious goals.
Promise: End Birthright Citizenship
Campaign Rhetoric:
Trump vowed to end automatic citizenship for children born to undocumented immigrants.
Status: Jury’s Still Out
An executive order was signed on Day One, but legal challenges are pending before the Supreme Court. Trump remains optimistic about winning the case.
Promise: Impose Tariffs and Boost the Economy
Campaign Rhetoric:
Trump championed tariffs as a key to revitalizing American manufacturing and lowering taxes.
Status: Mixed
Tariffs were imposed widely — on Mexico, Canada, and China — but stock market volatility and a slowing economy have raised concerns. Trump admits some economic “pain” is expected during the adjustment.
Promise: Lower Prices and End Inflation
Campaign Rhetoric:
Trump pledged immediate relief from high prices and inflation.
Status: Mixed
Inflation has declined from 3% to 2.4%, but prices for goods like groceries have continued to rise, especially due to tariffs on imported foods. Consumer confidence has also dropped sharply.
Promise: Make Government More Efficient
Campaign Rhetoric:
Trump promised to create a government efficiency commission modeled after ideas from Elon Musk.
Status: Failed
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) found only $160 billion in estimated savings — far short of the $2 trillion goal. Missteps and legal challenges have dogged the initiative.
Promise: Ban Transgender Athletes from Women’s Sports
Campaign Rhetoric:
Trump’s pledge to “keep men out of women’s sports” was a major applause line at rallies.
Status: Kept
Trump signed an executive order banning transgender women and girls from participating in women’s sports, though legal challenges — including a lawsuit from Maine — are pending.
Promise: Eliminate the Department of Education
Campaign Rhetoric:
Trump called for dismantling the Department of Education and returning control to the states.
Status: Failed
While Trump slashed funding and staff, eliminating the department would require congressional action. For now, the department remains.
Promise: Expand IVF Coverage
Campaign Rhetoric:
Trump vowed to make IVF treatments more accessible and affordable.
Status: Jury’s Still Out
Trump ordered policy recommendations but no formal plan has yet been announced. Nonetheless, he proudly refers to himself as the “fertilization president.”
Promise: Pardon January 6 Rioters
Campaign Rhetoric:
Trump pledged to pardon individuals prosecuted for the Capitol attack.
Status: Kept
On his first day in office, Trump issued roughly 1,500 pardons and commutations related to January 6.
Promise: End DEI Programs in Government
Campaign Rhetoric:
Trump railed against Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives, promising to eliminate them from federal agencies.
Status: Kept
Trump has signed multiple executive orders dismantling DEI programs across the federal government, and he has pressured private companies and institutions to do the same.
Bottom Line:
In his first 100 days, President Trump has moved aggressively on many fronts. While he has kept several core promises — especially on immigration and cultural issues — he has stumbled or faced fierce resistance on major foreign policy and economic goals. With legal challenges mounting and a volatile economic climate, the next 100 days could prove even more defining for his second term.