InFocus: President Trump's first 100 days
Since the inauguration the President has signed dozens of executive orders, proclamations, and revoked some Biden-era rules. He has also begun cutting government spending, including laying off thousands of federal workers.
InFocus: Interview with Governor Maura Healey
This week on 22News InFocus we'll be talking about these first 100 days with a political consultant, a financial advisor, and a tax accountant and attorney, and find out how all the President's recent actions will impact the states, local communities, and your finances.
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