President Biden began his time in office by signing 17 executive actions, with plans to undo many of former President Trump's signature policies, like rejoining the Paris climate accord and beginning a national mask mandate on federal property. Biden's actions came as confirmation hearings for his Cabinet continued in Congress. Yamiche Alcindor and Lisa Desjardins join Judy Woodruff to discuss.

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