Trump Administration Highlights Early Wins in Security, Immigration, and Education

In his first two months back in office, President Donald Trump’s administration has reported substantial progress on multiple policy fronts, including national security, border enforcement, and education reform.

Senior officials outlined recent achievements during a Sunday briefing, describing an aggressive effort to restore control over key government priorities. “He doesn’t think ANY child should be trapped in a failing school,” said Education Secretary Linda McMahon, underscoring the administration’s renewed focus on expanding school choice and local decision-making. She emphasized that parents and teachers — not federal bureaucrats — should determine what’s best for students.

Attorney General Pam Bondi echoed that sentiment of accountability while addressing immigration enforcement. She criticized what she called “out of control” court rulings that attempted to halt deportations, noting that “261 gang members who were arrested are now in jail in El Salvador.” Bondi reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to “follow the law and protect Americans.”

National Security Advisor Mike Waltz also outlined the administration’s tougher approach to foreign threats, citing disruptions in global shipping routes. “As a result of Houthi attacks, 75% of U.S.-flagged ships are now staying away from the Suez Canal,” Waltz said, contrasting current policies with what he described as weaker efforts by prior administrations.

Meanwhile, Special Envoy Steve Witkoff credited Trump’s “peace through strength” strategy for helping advance peace discussions between Russia and Ukraine by encouraging both sides to return to negotiations.

Tom Homan, Trump’s border czar, reinforced that the administration is operating strictly “within the law” to regain full operational control of the border. “Our whole actions are based on the law,” Homan said.

In domestic politics, a new DecipherAi poll revealed an unexpected shift in California, where 48% of likely voters said they would consider electing a Republican governor in 2026. Analysts point to growing frustration over high costs of living, gas prices, and free medical care for undocumented immigrants.

While Democrats, including Vice President Kamala Harris, currently lead early polling, the new data suggests increasing political volatility — and renewed momentum for Republicans — in one of the nation’s traditionally blue states.