[Outgoing Mail]
[Jan 4, 2026 | Postscape #047]
Residents of South Carolina are experiencing the effects of Trump’s inconsistent actions and policies, which create confusion and uncertainty in their daily lives. Trump publicly disavowed involvement with Project 2025, a detailed conservative policy blueprint, while many of its proposals have quietly shaped his executive orders almost word-for-word. This flip-flopping between disavowal and implementation causes frustration among citizens as promises and policies don’t always match up.
For example, Trump signed an executive order to dismantle the Department of Education, aligning with Project 2025’s goal, but this move requires Congressional approval to fully take effect, leaving schools and educators in South Carolina uncertain about federal funding and support. Similarly, Trump rolled back diversity and equity programs in federal agencies, sparking protests locally yet also abruptly reversing some of these moves after public backlash, which added to the confusion. Rapid shifts like these create instability for South Carolina’s public workers, healthcare providers, and businesses that must adapt to changing federal rules on short notice. The inconsistency also weakens trust in leadership, making it harder for residents to plan for the future or depend on steady government support when needed.
[Sources]
https://www.politico.com/interactives/2025/trump-executive-orders-project-2025/
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-project-2025-first-100-days/
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