Trump reportedly plans to unleash around 100 executive orders after taking office

President-elect Donald Trump has indicated plans to issue around 100 executive orders upon taking office on January 20, according to senators and reports, although the exact number may vary slightly.

During a meeting with Senate Republicans on Wednesday, Trump revealed his intentions, with Sen. Markwayne Mullin of Oklahoma mentioning that Trump suggested there could be close to 100 executive orders. "He threw that out—100—there could be like 100 EOs, yeah. I believe him," Mullin said during an appearance on Fox & Friends on Thursday morning. Sen. Kevin Cramer of North Dakota also confirmed the plan to The Hill, noting Trump’s commitment to issuing a significant number of executive orders.

Two sources told Axios that Trump had previewed some of the topics his executive orders would address, including border security and U.S. energy policy. Stephen Miller, a key figure in Trump’s upcoming administration, has reportedly been discussing plans to use executive action to tackle immigration and border issues starting on day one.

The Associated Press also reported that Trump is preparing more than 100 executive orders for his first day, with GOP senators acknowledging the substantial number of orders expected. Sen. John Hoeven of North Dakota confirmed this, saying there would be a "substantial number" of executive orders.

Trump's strategy to sign a large number of executive orders would allow him to implement his agenda unilaterally, but Republican lawmakers have also indicated they plan to work alongside him to pass his legislative priorities.

House Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Majority Leader John Thune have both expressed their commitment to advancing Trump’s policy goals. Meanwhile, Trump took to Truth Social this week, declaring that President Joe Biden’s administration has made the transition difficult by using "lawfare" and issuing costly executive orders on issues like the Green New Deal. Trump vowed that his administration would reverse these moves, stating, “These 'Orders' will all be terminated shortly, and we will become a Nation of Common Sense and Strength. MAGA!!!”

This article was reported by journalist Jimmy.