Trump completed one year of his second term in January 2025. The period saw a series of executive actions that drew ridicule for their perceived absurdity while still producing measurable domestic and global consequences in trade, immigration, regulation, talent mobility, and foreign relations. Volatile Tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China Beginning February 2025, Trump imposed tariffs fluctuating between 25 percent and 50 percent on Canada, Mexico, and China. Rates were revised multiple times within short windows, creating uncertainty for importers and exporters. Retaliatory tariffs followed. US manufacturers faced higher input costs for steel, components, and energy. Consumers experienced price increases on appliances, automobiles, and electronics. Allied governments cited breach of negotiated commitments, further weakening trade cooperation. Attempt to End Birthright Citizenship In early 2025, Trump ordered the suspension of birthright citizenship for children born to non-citizen parents. The action challenged established interpretation of the Fourteenth Amendment. Courts issued temporary injunctions, triggering nationwide litigation. The order caused administrative confusion in hospitals, passport offices, and immigration agencies. It divided families, created documentation limbo for newborns, and amplified debate about constitutional protections and executive authority. H-1B Visa Fee Set at $100,000 In September 2025, Trump set an application fee of $100,000 for H-1B… Read MoreBusiness Archives – Trak.in – Indian Business of Tech, Mobile & Startups
