Trump on Day 1: A Round-Up of What the Executive Orders Mean for the Travel Industry
Skift Take
President Donald Trump wasted no time after being sworn in as the 47th president of the United States, signing a series of executive orders Monday that signal a potential shake-up in federal priorities and resource allocation.
While details remain sparse, early moves appear aimed at tightening cross-border controls, raising the specter of tougher scrutiny and fewer government resources. Such changes could lengthen wait times for visas and introduce new friction for both corporate and leisure travelers, potentially dampening demand for U.S.-bound trips at a moment when global competition for tourism dollars continues to intensify.
Beyond border policies, the administration’s decisions on environmental and international health issues may unsettle a growing segment of travelers increasingly focused on sustainability and pandemic response. Tour operators and destination marketers may need to rethink how they present the U.
