The New Deal was a series of programs and policies implemented by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in response to the economic hardships of the Great Depression. Aimed at providing relief, recovery, and reform, these initiatives sought to stabilize the economy and support struggling Americans through job creation and social welfare programs. Key components of the New Deal included the establishment of the Social Security Act, the Civilian Conservation Corps, and the Works Progress Administration. These efforts not only helped to alleviate immediate suffering but also laid the groundwork for a more robust social safety net in the United States.