Trumps presidency has had significant global impact over past year

January 20, 2026 • Al Jazeera

Trumps presidency has had significant global impact over past year

US President Donald Trump’s tenure has had significant impacts on the United States and the global community.

Since taking office in January 2017, Trump has implemented various policies and actions that have reshaped the country. One notable example is his efforts to reform the US healthcare system, which led to the repeal of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) in March 2017.

Trump’s presidency has also been marked by a series of executive orders aimed at restricting immigration, including a travel ban targeting predominantly Muslim countries. In addition, he has taken steps to reduce regulations on businesses and industries, particularly in the energy sector.

Internationally, Trump’s actions have had far-reaching consequences. His decision to withdraw from the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) trade agreement in 2017 led to its collapse. He also withdrew the US from the Paris Climate Agreement in June 2017, which was a major international accord aimed at mitigating climate change.

Trump’s presidency has also been characterized by a series of high-profile diplomatic incidents, including his summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un in Singapore in June 2018 and his meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Helsinki in July 2018. These events have had significant implications for global relations and international diplomacy.

Overall, Trump’s presidency has marked a significant shift in US foreign policy and domestic politics. His actions have had far-reaching consequences that continue to be felt today.

Source: Al Jazeera