In a article published by Rolling Stone, a list of actions Trump has purportedly promised to undertake should he secure a second term was dissected with evident trepidation. The magazine characterized these commitments as a "slew of terrifying proposals," signaling a Trump who is more aware of the political landscape following his initial tenure and ready to aggressively pursue his agenda.

Among the proposals highlighted by Rolling Stone, and subsequently critiqued for their potential impact, was the promise of cheap oil. Trump has indicated he would approve every pending drilling application, a move that could drive oil prices down to levels seen during his presidency, a prospect that alarms environmentalists concerned about climate change and rising sea levels.

In addition to energy policy, Trump has signaled a departure from current climate strategies by proposing to withdraw from the Paris Climate Agreement and reverse various Biden administration mandates, including those related to renewable energy and domestic regulations such as the gas stove ban.

On immigration, Trump's hardline stance remains unchanged, with promises to deploy the military to the border and implement mass deportations, aiming to remove millions of undocumented immigrants annually. These measures, while controversial, reflect Trump's enduring commitment to stringent immigration controls.

Further unsettling to Rolling Stone and those wary of Trump's foreign policy is the suggestion that he may reassess U.S. involvement in NATO and seek an end to the conflict in Ukraine, a stance at odds with the current administration and many U.S. allies.

The article also touches on domestic issues, including crime, wherein Trump has suggested deploying the National Guard to assist cities struggling with law and order—a proposal that may resonate with residents of urban areas grappling with crime and public safety concerns.

Rolling Stone's list continues with Trump's intentions to downsize the federal government, redefine gender policy, pardon the January 6th Capitol riot participants, bolster the Second Amendment, and return control of education to the states.

The most contentious proposal, perhaps, is Trump's pledge to protect free speech by preventing government censorship on a range of topics, from the pandemic response to the Black Lives Matter movement. This stance starkly contrasts with the current trajectory of the left, which Rolling Stone seems to regard with increasing alarm.

The upcoming election presents a critical juncture for the United States, with a stark choice between the progressive agenda that unfolded during the COVID-19 pandemic and Trump's vision of governance. As the nation anticipates the electoral battle ahead, the implications of these "terrifying proposals" will undoubtedly continue to stir debate and discussion across the political spectrum.