New US president revokes 78 of predecessor's executive orders

Revocation of Biden's orders
US President Donald Trump signed an order on his first day in office, annulling 78 executive acts adopted by his predecessor, Joe Biden. These measures concern significant political and social issues facing the country.

List of revoked orders
Among the revoked decrees are several key initiatives signed by Biden on the day he took office in 2021. Specifically, these include the following acts:

• An order expanding prohibitions on discrimination based on sex, including sexual orientation and gender identity.
• An order requiring government employees to sign commitments to adhere to ethical standards.
• An order allowing transgender individuals to serve in the US military.
• An order prohibiting the renewal of contracts with private prisons.

Other revoked measures
Trump also revoked a number of foreign economic and international initiatives. These include the designation of Cuba as a state sponsor of terrorism, the imposition of sanctions on Jewish settlers in the West Bank, and an order concerning risks associated with the development of artificial intelligence.