New York, AP - Former President Donald Trump has laid out an extensive set of policy goals for his potential second term in office, dominating the race for the Republican nomination in the 2024 presidential campaign. Trump's agenda, which diverges significantly from President Joe Biden's proposals, includes plans for a mass deportation operation, a new Muslim ban, tariffs on imported goods, and the establishment of "freedom cities." If implemented, these policies could represent a significant government overhaul, even more consequential than his first term.

Though some of Trump's ideas may face challenges in court or from Congress, his campaign and affiliated groups are assembling detailed policy books to support his proposed initiatives. Notable elements of his agenda include:

1. Overhauling the civil service: Trump aims to strip tens of thousands of career employees of their civil service protections, granting him the ability to fire those he believes are part of the "deep state" that he seeks to "totally obliterate." He intends to issue a revised version of the 2020 executive order known as "Schedule F" to facilitate this process, with a particular focus on individuals connected to prosecutions against him.

2. Immigration and border security: Trump vows to halt illegal immigration and endeavors to direct U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to conduct the largest domestic deportation operation ever undertaken in America. He plans to target individuals living legally in the United States but suspected of having "jihadist sympathies" and revoke the student visas of those espousing anti-American and antisemitic views. Furthermore, he aims to deploy additional troops, shift federal agents, and construct more of the border wall to secure the U.S.-Mexico border.

3. Travel bans and visa restrictions: Trump proposes the revival of his travel ban, initially targeting seven Muslim-majority countries, to prevent the entry of "radical Islamic terrorists" into the United States. He seeks to expand this ban and introduce "ideological screening" for immigrants. Additionally, Trump plans to end birthright citizenship through an executive order, requiring at least one parent to be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident for their children to be eligible for certain benefits.

4. Trade and foreign policy: Trump advocates for the imposition of tariffs on foreign goods and the passage of the "Trump Reciprocal Trade Act" to authorize reciprocal tariffs on countries that impose tariffs on the U.S. Most notably, he focuses on China, outlining a four-year plan to phase out Chinese imports of essential goods and restrict Chinese ownership of critical U.S. infrastructure. Trump also aims to settle the conflict between Russia and Ukraine prior to his inauguration.

5. Social issues and education: Trump aims to redefine gender recognition, proposing recognition of only two genders determined at birth. He plans to crack down on gender-affirming care and withhold federal funds from hospitals and healthcare providers that offer transitional hormones or surgery. Additionally, Trump seeks to influence school curricula by promoting "patriotic education," teaching students to appreciate their country and reinforcing traditional gender roles. He supports armed school guards, potentially including trained teachers, and seeks to address homelessness through the construction of tent cities.

6. Law enforcement and crime: Trump proposes strong law enforcement measures, such as employing controversial tactics like stop-and-frisk and allowing local police to shoot suspected shoplifters. He calls for the death penalty for drug smugglers and traffickers of women and children. Additionally, he envisions a federal takeover of Washington D.C., branding it a "dirty, crime-ridden death trap."

As Election Day draws closer, the Republican nomination race remains fervently focused on Trump and his policy goals for a potential second term. While some of his proposals may face legal and legislative hurdles, they present a distinctive vision for the future of the United States that diverges significantly from the current administration.