The Global Story - Trump’s first year back: for better and for worse
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One year into President Trump’s second term, the White House is celebrating what it calls a year of accomplishments. Those achievements stem from significant policy changes that have reshaped life for many Americans.
In this episode, we hear from people directly affected by two of the administration’s most ambitious efforts - tariffs and immigration - and how those changes played out in unexpected ways.
Producers: Chris Benderev and Valerio Esposito
Executive producer: Bridget Harney
Sound engineer: James Shield
Senior news editor: China Collins
Photo: President Trump at a press briefing to mark one-year of second term in office. Aaron Schwartz/EPA/Shutterstock
Published on Sunday, 25th January 2026.
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