Trump Returns to White House, Vows ‘Golden Age of America’

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th president of the United States on Monday, Jan. 20, 2025, marking his return to the White House after a landslide election victory. Vice President JD Vance joined him in taking the oath of office, as the administration immediately began implementing sweeping changes, including the removal of Biden-Harris administration content from WhiteHouse.gov.

The White House website now features an image of Trump with the message “America is Back” and a pledge to fight for a “strong, safe, and prosperous America.” The updated administration section highlights Trump’s commitment to rejecting “extremist policies of the radical left” and improving the quality of life for Americans.

“Every single day I will be fighting for you with every breath in my body,” the website states, followed by Trump’s signature. “I will not rest until we have delivered the strong, safe, and prosperous America that our children deserve and that you deserve. This will truly be the golden age of America.”

Vice President Vance, a rising star in the Republican Party, was praised for his alignment with Trump’s vision. The website notes that Vance looks forward to serving with Trump over the next four years to “Make America Great Again.”

Meanwhile, LGBTQ advocacy groups expressed concern over the removal of LGBTQ-inclusive content from WhiteHouse.gov and other federal agency websites. GLAAD, a leading LGBTQ media advocacy organization, had cataloged 54 links on WhiteHouse.gov and other federal sites in anticipation of such changes. This follows a pattern from Trump’s first term, when LGBTQ-related content was systematically removed from government websites.

Chad Griffin, former president of the Human Rights Campaign, criticized the administration for “systematically scrubbing the progress made for LGBTQ people from official websites.” He specifically cited the removal of an official apology for the Lavender Scare, a 1950s-era campaign that led to the dismissal of thousands of federal employees suspected of being LGBTQ.

In response to inquiries about the removal of LGBTQ content, a State Department spokesperson stated that the changes were part of “standard practice” and that the remarks had been archived. However, critics argue that the move signals a broader shift in policy priorities under the new administration.

As Trump and Vance settle into their roles, the administration is expected to focus on confirming Cabinet members, signing executive actions, and advancing legislative priorities such as the Laken Riley Act. The White House has yet to provide further details on the specific policies and initiatives that will define Trump’s second term.