The primary focus of the New Deal legislation during the Great Depression was to provide relief, recovery, and reform to the struggling American economy. Initiated by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in response to the severe economic crisis of the 1930s, the New Deal aimed to address widespread unemployment, failing banks, and crushing poverty. Key components included relief programs for the unemployed, financial reforms, and the creation of social safety nets such as Social Security. The New Deal's various initiatives, including the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) and the Public Works Administration (PWA), sought to stimulate economic growth while fostering a more secure social environment for American citizens.