President Trump's return to the White House has ignited a firestorm of media commentary, with many outlets characterizing his initial actions as tumultuous and potentially harmful. Several prominent journalists and editorial boards have expressed concerns about his executive orders on immigration, government spending, and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives.

Ruth Marcus of The Washington Post described the first two weeks as unprecedented in their disruption, arguing that the potential for lasting damage is significant. She criticized the administration's approach to federal workers, suggesting that it undermines expertise and recruitment efforts. Similarly, Drew Goins, also of The Post, labeled this period as the "worst two weeks in American governance, ever."

The New York Times editorial board echoed these concerns, accusing President Trump of exceeding his legal authority and testing the boundaries of presidential power. They warned that this poses a serious challenge to constitutional principles. David French, writing for The Times, went further, characterizing the president's actions not merely as policy implementation but as a "constitutional revolution."

Beyond these specific criticisms, several media outlets have highlighted the perceived chaos surrounding the administration's early moves. The Times' climate newsletter, for example, pointed to the disruption in climate-related spending. The Los Angeles Times also used the term "chaotic" to describe the first two weeks of the second term.

President Trump has also drawn criticism for his proposal regarding the Gaza Strip. Following a ceasefire agreement between Hamas and Israel, he suggested that the U.S. take control of the territory. This statement sparked strong reactions, with MSNBC's Joy Reid expressing shock and referring to the comments as "stunning." Her colleague, Alex Wagner, described the proposal as a worst-case scenario envisioned by critics of a second Trump term. MSNBC's Chris Hayes went so far as to accuse the president of "backing explicit ethnic cleansing."

The Trump White House has not yet responded to requests for comment on these media critiques.