Directives Published September 2025
Directive Watch is your source for clear, concise explanation of Presidential directives and executive orders issued by the White House.
We break down the technical legal jargon of each directive, explaining in plain language what it means and its potential impact.
Summary
- 4th Sep 25 The President issued an order implementing the US-Japan agreement, establishing tariffs, modifying existing trade actions, and facilitating substantial Japanese investments in American industries. View
- 4th Sep 25 The President sent numerous nominations to the Senate for various government positions, and also withdrew several previous nominations. View
- 2nd Sep 25 The President sent nominations for multiple ambassadorships, a Federal Reserve governorship, and numerous federal judgeships to the Senate. View
Implementing The United States–Japan Agreement
This Presidential order implements a framework agreement with Japan, aiming to create a more balanced and reciprocal trade relationship.
It establishes a 15% baseline tariff on most Japanese imports, but provides exceptions for certain goods like generic pharmaceuticals and natural resources unavailable in the US. Japan, in return, commits to significantly increased purchases of US agricultural products and a substantial $550 billion investment in the American economy, targeted by the US Government.
The order also modifies or eliminates previous tariffs on aerospace products and automobiles in light of the new agreement, with specific agencies tasked to oversee the implementation and monitor progress.
This aims to enhance national security and increase economic growth.
The President submitted a series of nominations to the Senate for various key positions within the executive branch.
These nominations include individuals for roles in agencies such as Labor, Commerce, Treasury, Transportation, and the Central Intelligence Agency, among others.
Additionally, several previous nominations were noted with withdrawal notices having been sent to the Senate earlier in 2025.
Nominations Sent to the Senate
President Biden sent to the Senate a slate of nominations for various key positions.
These include nominations for ambassadors to Bangladesh, India, Bahrain, Jordan, and Iceland; a Federal Reserve Board member; and several federal judgeships in Mississippi, Alabama, and the District of Columbia.
The nominations span diverse fields and require Senate confirmation.