President Donald J. Trump issued a proclamation declaring April 19, 2025, as the 250th anniversary of the Battles of Lexington and Concord, which started the American Revolutionary War.

The proclamation recounts the events of those battles, highlighting the courage and sacrifice of the American minutemen, emphasizing their pivotal role in securing American independence.

It underscores the enduring significance of their actions and calls for renewed commitment to American ideals.

This April 17, 2025, presidential memorandum extends a freeze on hiring for federal civilian employees through July 15, 2025.

The freeze applies to all executive branch agencies, barring exceptions for national security, public safety, immigration enforcement and essential services.

Future hiring must comply with a merit-based hiring plan.

Contracting to circumvent the freeze is prohibited, and agencies are instructed to use existing personnel efficiently.

The memorandum also does not affect the deadline for a plan to reduce the federal workforce.

Exceptions may be granted by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM).

The freeze will remain in effect for the IRS until the Treasury Secretary determines otherwise and publishes a notice in the Federal Register.

President Donald J. Trump issued a proclamation modifying the regulations of the Pacific Remote Islands Marine National Monument (PRIMNM).

The proclamation removes the ban on commercial fishing within designated areas, asserting that existing laws adequately protect the monument's resources.

The action aims to benefit American fishermen and the US fishing industry, particularly in territories like American Samoa, by restoring access to previously restricted fishing grounds and lessening their disadvantage against foreign competitors.

The Secretaries of Commerce and the Interior are directed to publish new regulations and implement the amended policy, coordinating with the Secretary of Defense.

The proclamation maintains the freedom of the seas and protection of US Armed Forces activities within the area.

President Trump issued an order to reduce wasteful government spending by requiring federal agencies to favor commercially available products and services whenever possible.

The order directs agencies to review existing contracts and procurement processes, requiring justifications for using non-commercial options.

Agencies must report their progress to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), ensuring accountability and promoting efficient use of taxpayer dollars.

President Trump's order initiates a Section 232 investigation into the national security risks posed by the United States' reliance on foreign sources for processed critical minerals and their derivative products.

The investigation will assess supply chain vulnerabilities, market distortions caused by foreign producers, and the impact on the domestic manufacturing and defense industrial bases.

Recommendations may include tariffs, import restrictions, and measures to incentivize domestic production to bolster national security and economic resilience.

President Trump issued an executive order initiating a Section 232 investigation into the national security implications of US dependence on foreign sources for processed critical minerals and their derivative products.

The order emphasizes the importance of these materials for both national defense and economic security, citing vulnerabilities in global supply chains and the potential for market manipulation by foreign producers.

The investigation will assess the impact of imports on national security and recommend actions, including the possibility of tariffs and other import restrictions, to mitigate risks and strengthen domestic production.

This executive order aims to reform the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to create a more efficient and effective government procurement system.

The order addresses the FAR's excessive length and complexity, which negatively impact efficiency and cost, citing reports from the Senate and expert panels.

It mandates a review and amendment of the FAR within 180 days, focusing on retaining only essential provisions.

Further, the order requires agencies to align their supplemental regulations and promotes the use of expedited acquisition methods while implementing a four-year regulatory sunset provision to ensure ongoing review of regulations.

This Presidential Memorandum directs the military to take a more active role in securing the US Southern border.

It grants the Department of Defense jurisdiction over certain Federal lands to facilitate border security operations, including construction and surveillance.

The memorandum details phased implementation, starting in a limited sector before expanding, while clarifying that actions are consistent with existing laws and subject to budgetary approvals.

President Trump issued a memorandum clarifying exceptions under Executive Order 14257, concerning tariffs imposed to rectify trade deficits.

The memorandum specifically defines 'semiconductors' under the order, listing the relevant Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) headings and subheadings, to ensure that this critical industry is not affected by the tariffs.

The memorandum further mandates the modification of the HTSUS to reflect these exceptions and directs the refund of any duties already collected on these exempted items.

Finally, the memorandum reiterates the authorization given to appropriate agencies to utilize necessary powers under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act to ensure the proper execution of the executive order.

This presidential memorandum directs the immediate suspension of security clearances held by Miles Taylor and associated individuals due to concerns about the unauthorized disclosure of classified information and the dissemination of falsehoods.

The Attorney General, Director of National Intelligence, and other relevant agency heads are instructed to take necessary actions.

A review of Taylor's activities as a government employee will be conducted by the Secretary of Homeland Security, with a report and recommendations to be submitted to the President.

This Presidential Action targets Susman Godfrey LLP, alleging the firm's actions undermine national security, election integrity, and are racially discriminatory.

The order directs the immediate suspension of security clearances held by Susman Godfrey employees, reviews of government contracts with the firm or those affiliated with it, and limits official engagement between federal employees and Susman Godfrey personnel.

It aims to prevent taxpayer money from funding activities inconsistent with US interests and prioritizes national security and fairness.

The Presidential order mandates a comprehensive overhaul of the United States' defense acquisition system to accelerate procurement and revitalize the defense industrial base.

The order directs the Secretary of Defense to develop plans within specific timelines to expedite acquisitions, reform acquisition processes, modernize the defense acquisition workforce, and conduct a thorough review of major defense acquisition programs.

This includes reviewing acquisition workforce metrics, streamlining relevant regulations, and establishing field training teams to improve the use of innovative acquisition authorities.

The ultimate objective is to ensure the U.S. military possesses state-of-the-art warfighting capabilities.

President [Name] issued an executive order aimed at restoring American maritime dominance.

The order directs several federal agencies to develop a comprehensive Maritime Action Plan to revitalize the nation's shipbuilding and maritime industries.

Key initiatives include strengthening the maritime industrial base, addressing unfair trade practices from China, increasing mariner training and education, modernizing the United States Merchant Marine Academy, improving government procurement efficiency, and establishing a Maritime Security Trust Fund.

The order also seeks to engage allies and partners to align trade policies, and reduce dependence on adversaries.

This executive order directs federal agencies to review and identify regulations that hinder competition, entrepreneurship, and innovation.

The order initiates a process for potentially rescinding or modifying these regulations, aiming to revitalize the American economy by removing anti-competitive barriers to market entry.

The process involves inter-agency cooperation, public input, and consideration of the impact on various aspects of the free market.

This Presidential Action orders a comprehensive reform of the US foreign defense sales system to improve speed, accountability, and transparency.

The plan aims to streamline decision-making, reduce regulatory burdens, increase government-industry collaboration, and improve partner financing.

Key actions include developing priority partner and end-item lists, updating congressional notification processes, and creating a single electronic tracking system.

The goal is to strengthen alliances, revitalize the domestic defense industrial base, and reduce costs for both the US and its partners.

President Donald J. Trump proclaimed April 9, 2025, as National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day.

The proclamation honors the sacrifices of American service members who were prisoners of war, emphasizing the importance of caring for veterans and expressing the nation's gratitude for their service. It also includes remarks regarding the president's commitment to ending veteran homelessness and restoring peace through strength.

President Trump issued a proclamation exempting certain coal-fired power plants from compliance with stricter emission standards for two years.

The rationale cited is that the required technology is not yet commercially available, and that forcing compliance would jeopardize the nation's energy security, the viability of the coal sector, and national security itself.

The exemption postpones enforcement until technologies become viable, maintaining existing emission standards during this period.

This executive order addresses the strain on the US electric grid caused by increased energy demand.

It aims to strengthen grid reliability, resilience, and security.

Key actions include streamlining processes for issuing orders under the Federal Power Act, developing a standardized methodology for analyzing reserve margins, and establishing protocols to retain critical generation resources.

The order emphasizes utilizing all available power generation resources to meet growing demand and prevent grid failure.

President Biden issued a memorandum ordering the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) to conduct a thorough review of Nippon Steel's proposed acquisition of U.S. Steel.

This action, based on concerns about potential national security risks, mandates a de novo review by CFIUS, which must submit a recommendation within 45 days on whether proposed mitigation measures are sufficient.

The President's order builds upon a prior prohibition of the acquisition and reserves the right to take further action if deemed necessary.

This Presidential Action extends the enforcement delay of the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act, specifically targeting TikTok, until June 19, 2025.

The Department of Justice is instructed to take no enforcement action during this period and to issue guidance clarifying that no violations occurred during the delay.

The order emphasizes the Attorney General's exclusive authority to enforce the Act, preventing state or private actions.

Furthermore, it clarifies that the order does not create any new legal rights.

President Trump declared a national emergency due to substantial and persistent US goods trade deficits, citing a lack of reciprocity in trade relationships, unfair trade practices by other countries and the negative impacts on US economic and national security.

The President issued an executive order imposing an initial 10% ad valorem duty on all imports, with higher duties for specific countries based on their trade practices.

The order included provisions for exceptions, modification based on later developments and reporting requirements to Congress.

This action aims to restore balance in global trade and strengthen domestic production.

The White House announced a series of nominations sent to the Senate for confirmation.

These nominations cover various key positions across several departments and agencies, including the Departments of Defense, Army, Navy, Veterans Affairs, Labor, and Commerce, as well as the National Aeronautics and Space Administration and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

The nominees include individuals slated for Assistant Secretary roles, Chief Financial Officer positions, Inspector General, United States Attorney roles for various districts, and other critical leadership positions.

President Trump's March 27, 2025 executive order excludes numerous federal agencies and subdivisions from the Federal Service Labor-Management Relations Statute.

The order claims this exclusion is necessary for national security reasons, impacting intelligence, counterintelligence, investigative, or national security work.

It amends Executive Order 12171 and delegates authority to the Secretaries of Defense, Veterans Affairs, and Transportation to make further exclusions.

The order also requires a review of agencies not currently excluded and mandates changes to related employee assignments and grievance processes.

Excluded agencies and subdivisions primarily serve roles within the Departments of State, Defense, Treasury, Veterans Affairs, Justice, Homeland Security, Interior, Energy, Agriculture, and Commerce, as well as several independent agencies.

This executive order directs a comprehensive review of law firm WilmerHale's security clearances, government contracts, and employee interactions with federal agencies.

The order cites concerns about WilmerHale's alleged involvement in activities deemed detrimental to national security, election integrity, and American interests.

The President directs several agencies to take immediate action, including suspending security clearances, reviewing contracts, limiting access to government facilities, and providing guidance on future hiring practices.

The order also references similar prior executive actions as precedent.

President Donald J. Trump issued a proclamation in March 2025 imposing a 25% tariff on imported automobiles and certain auto parts.

The action, justified under section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962, aims to address national security concerns stemming from vulnerabilities in domestic automotive supply chains and perceived unfair trade practices by foreign competitors.

The proclamation cites the COVID-19 pandemic's disruption of supply chains, the decline in domestic automobile manufacturing, and the rise of foreign automotive industries supported by subsidies and aggressive industrial policies.

While the proclamation offers provisions for USMCA-qualifying vehicles and for a process to modify the tariffs, it represents a significant intervention in the automotive market, with potential economic and geopolitical implications.

This Presidential Action addresses concerns about Jenner & Block LLP's conduct, alleging actions detrimental to national security and American interests.

It orders a review of security clearances held by Jenner & Block employees, mandates reviews of government contracts with the firm and entities doing business with them, and restricts federal government interaction with Jenner & Block personnel, particularly Andrew Weissmann.

The order aims to prevent taxpayer funding of activities deemed harmful and to protect national security, though it may face criticism for potential overreach of executive authority.

President Trump issued an executive order imposing a 25% tariff on goods imported from any country importing Venezuelan oil, effective April 2, 2025.

The order cites the ongoing national emergency related to Venezuela and the destabilizing activities of the Maduro regime and the Tren de Aragua gang as justification.

The Secretary of State, in consultation with other relevant Secretaries, will determine which countries will be subject to the tariff, which will expire one year after the country's last import of Venezuelan oil.

The order also includes provisions for administration, enforcement, and periodic reporting on its effectiveness.

President Donald J. Trump's proclamation designates March 25, 2025, as Greek Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of Greek and American Democracy.

The proclamation commemorates the 204th anniversary of Greece's independence from the Ottoman Empire, emphasizing the enduring historical ties and shared democratic ideals between the two nations.

It highlights the ongoing strategic partnership between the US and Greece, particularly in defense and economic collaboration, and celebrates the rich contributions of Greek Americans to American society.

This Presidential memorandum directs all executive departments and agencies to revoke security clearances and access to classified information from a list of specified individuals, including prominent political figures and public officials.

The action is justified on the grounds that granting these individuals continued access is no longer in the national interest.

The memorandum explicitly rescinds access to classified briefings and unescorted access to government facilities.

President Trump issued an executive order to significantly increase American mineral production.

The order aims to bolster national and economic security by reducing dependence on foreign mineral sources.

It directs various federal agencies to expedite permitting for mineral production projects, prioritize mineral extraction on federal lands, and leverage public and private funding to support domestic mineral companies.

The order addresses regulatory streamlining, waste disposal, and encouraging capital investment, clarifying the treatment of mine waste under the Mining Act of 1872.

This presidential order prioritizes state, local, and individual roles in national resilience and preparedness.

It directs the review and update of existing federal policies related to critical infrastructure, national continuity, and emergency response using a risk-informed approach.

The order also establishes a National Risk Register to quantify risks to national infrastructure, guiding future investments and budget priorities, and mandates a review of the complex system of national government functions for emergency and crisis response.

President Trump issued a proclamation invoking the Alien Enemies Act to address the threat posed by the Tren de Aragua (TdA), a Venezuelan criminal organization designated as a foreign terrorist organization.

The proclamation declares TdA is perpetrating an invasion of the United States, engaging in hostile actions and irregular warfare.

It orders the immediate apprehension, detention, and removal of all Venezuelan citizens 14 years or older who are TdA members within the US and are not naturalized or lawful permanent residents.

The Attorney General and Secretary of Homeland Security are tasked with executing this directive, seizing related property, and establishing regulations to ensure public safety.

The proclamation emphasizes the President's constitutional authority to protect the US from this perceived invasion.

President Trump issued an executive order targeting Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP for alleged misconduct and threats to national security.

The order directs a review of security clearances held by the firm's employees and Mark Pomerantz, mandates disclosure requirements for government contractors concerning business with Paul Weiss, and restricts government interaction with the firm.

The President cites alleged involvement in undermining the judicial process, racial discrimination, and actions taken against him by personnel from the firm as justification.

President Trump issued an executive order revoking several executive orders, memoranda, and proclamations issued by the Biden administration.

The order focuses on restoring common sense to the federal government.

Specific actions revoked include those related to COVID-19 response, foreign policy workforce revitalization, LGBTQ+ human rights, minimum wage for federal contractors, energy supply interruption, infant formula supply, solar energy, insulation, electrolyzers, heat pumps, biotechnology, multiple Department of Defense supply chains, and worker empowerment.

The order emphasizes that it does not create any new legal rights or benefits.

The President submitted a list of nominations to the Senate for numerous key positions across various federal departments and agencies.

These nominations include ambassadors to several countries, leadership appointments within the Department of Defense, Homeland Security, Veterans Affairs, Commerce, Energy, and Justice, as well as other notable roles within the executive branch.

This presidential order establishes the White House Task Force on the FIFA World Cup 2026, chaired by the President and vice-chaired by the Vice President.

The Task Force's purpose is to coordinate federal efforts to prepare for and execute the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup and the 2026 FIFA World Cup, leveraging the event's potential for economic growth and tourism.

The Task Force will comprise numerous cabinet secretaries and White House advisors, and will be administratively housed within the Department of Homeland Security.

The order outlines the Task Force's responsibilities, reporting requirements, and termination date (December 31, 2026, unless extended).

President Trump issued an executive order addressing alleged misconduct by the law firm Perkins Coie LLP. The order directs a review of security clearances held by Perkins Coie employees, mandates the cessation of government contracts with the firm and entities doing business with it, and initiates investigations into allegations of racial discrimination.

The order aims to protect national security, ensure responsible use of taxpayer funds, and uphold the principles of equal opportunity and fair elections.

This presidential action amends a previous executive order to further increase tariffs on Chinese goods to 20 percent.

The rationale is the People's Republic of China's (PRC) failure to effectively curb the flow of fentanyl into the United States.

The President invoked existing legal authority to escalate these economic sanctions, aiming to pressure the PRC to take stronger measures against the opioid crisis.

President's order directs the Secretary of Commerce to investigate the national security implications of imported timber, lumber, and their derivative products.

The order cites vulnerabilities in the domestic wood supply chain, emphasizing the industry's critical role in national security and economic strength.

The investigation will assess various factors, including domestic production capacity, foreign competition, and government subsidies.

This action aims to ensure a reliable and secure domestic supply chain and may lead to measures such as tariffs or quotas.

This executive order mandates a transformation of federal spending, aiming for increased transparency and accountability.

It directs all agencies to implement centralized technological systems for tracking payments and justifications, conduct comprehensive reviews of existing contracts and grants to reduce spending, and freeze agency credit cards (with exceptions).

The order prioritizes the review of funds disbursed to educational institutions and foreign entities and establishes reporting requirements to the newly created Department of Government Efficiency.

The President directed the Attorney General and other executive department heads to immediately suspend active security clearances held by Peter Koski and Covington & Burling LLP employees who assisted Special Counsel Jack Smith, pending a review of their involvement in the alleged weaponization of the judicial process.

The order also mandates a review of all government contracts with Covington & Burling LLP, with agencies instructed to align funding decisions with the President's priorities and the interests of the U.S. citizens.

The actions are justified by Executive Order 14147, and the memorandum explicitly states it does not create any legally enforceable rights.

This Presidential order directs the Secretary of Commerce to investigate the national security implications of US dependence on foreign copper imports.

The order cites concerns about vulnerabilities in the copper supply chain, particularly the dominance of a single foreign producer, and the critical role of copper in defense, infrastructure, and emerging technologies.

The investigation will assess the effects of copper imports on national security, considering factors like domestic production capacity, foreign competition effects, and the potential for foreign market manipulation.

The Secretary of Commerce is tasked with submitting a report including findings on national security threats and recommendations for mitigating those risks, including potential tariffs, export controls, and incentives for domestic production.

The Presidential memorandum establishes an "America First" investment policy aimed at bolstering US national and economic security.

It prioritizes investments from allies while significantly restricting those from adversaries, particularly China, focusing on sectors like technology, infrastructure, and critical resources.

The policy utilizes existing mechanisms like CFIUS and explores new legal tools, including potential sanctions, to counter adversary acquisition of sensitive US assets.

Expedited review processes for allied investments and stricter oversight of adversary investments are key components.

The memorandum also initiates reviews of existing tax treaties and financial regulations to further protect US interests and direct investment toward domestic growth.

This executive order directs a comprehensive review of existing federal regulations to identify and potentially rescind those deemed unlawful, unconstitutional, or detrimental to the national interest.

Agencies are tasked with reviewing regulations according to specified criteria, prioritizing those with significant costs or impacts.

The aim is to limit federal overreach, improve regulatory efficiency, and restore the constitutional separation of powers.

The order also establishes a process for reviewing proposed regulations through the Office of Management and Budget.

President Donald J. Trump's proclamation designates February 19, 2025, as the 80th Anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima.

The proclamation commemorates the battle's significance in World War II, highlighting the immense sacrifices and courage of American servicemen.

It underscores the battle's lasting impact on the U.S.-Japan alliance and emphasizes the enduring legacy of the "Greatest Generation."

President Donald J. Trump announced new appointments to the bipartisan Council of Governors.

This council, established to enhance collaboration between state and federal governments, focuses on national security, disaster response, and military coordination.

The appointees include governors from various states, with Glenn Youngkin (VA) and Josh Stein (NC) serving as co-chairs.

This Presidential order establishes the National Energy Dominance Council within the Executive Office of the President.

The Council, chaired by the Secretary of the Interior, will advise the President on strategies to achieve energy dominance through increased domestic production and reduced reliance on foreign energy sources.

The order aims to drive down inflation, boost economic growth, create jobs, and enhance national security.

The Council is tasked with developing a national energy strategy, recommending policy changes, and coordinating across various federal agencies.

President Trump issued a proclamation significantly increasing tariffs on aluminum imports from 10% to 25%, citing national security concerns.

The proclamation terminates previous agreements with Argentina, Australia, Canada, Mexico, the European Union, and the United Kingdom allowing for exceptions to the tariffs and eliminates a process for granting import exclusions.

These actions were taken because the President determined that previous attempts to address excessive aluminum imports had not sufficiently protected the domestic aluminum industry's national security, resulting in continued high import volumes and underutilization of domestic production capacity.

President Donald Trump announced the appointments of a new President’s Intelligence Advisory Board (PIAB).

The board, chaired by Devin Gerald Nunes, comprises individuals with diverse backgrounds intended to advise the President on national security issues and ensure the Intelligence Community aligns with the 'America First' agenda.

The appointees include Scott Glabe, Amaryllis Fox Kennedy, Brad Robert Wenstrup, Wayne Berman, Reince Priebus, Robert O’Brien, Joshua Lobel, Sander R. Gerber, Katie Miller, Jeremy Katz, and Thomas Ollis Hicks, Jr.

This Presidential Order aims to restructure the federal workforce to enhance efficiency and reduce government size. It mandates a hiring ratio of 1:4 (one new hire for every four departures), requires agencies to develop data-driven hiring plans, authorizes large-scale reductions in force, initiates rulemaking to revise suitability criteria for federal employment, and directs agencies to submit reorganization plans.

Exemptions are allowed for national security and public safety roles, and the order clarifies that it does not create any new legal rights.

The proclamation terminates existing steel import agreements with multiple countries and implements a uniform 25% tariff on all steel imports effective March 12, 2025.

It eliminates the product exclusion process, expands derivative steel product coverage, and strengthens enforcement measures.

The changes aim to address rising import levels, global excess capacity, and perceived shortcomings in current arrangements that have prevented domestic steel industry from maintaining targeted capacity utilization rates.

This presidential order prioritizes the protection of Second Amendment rights.

It directs the Attorney General to review federal actions from 2021-2025 that might infringe on these rights and to develop a plan to safeguard them.

The plan must encompass various federal regulations, policies, and court positions related to firearms.

This presidential order prioritizes the protection of Second Amendment rights.

It directs the Attorney General to review all executive actions since January 2021 that may have infringed upon these rights and develop a plan to address any identified infringements.

The review includes examining existing regulations, litigation stances, and inter-agency activities concerning firearms.

The order emphasizes the importance of the Second Amendment to liberty and security.

This presidential memorandum directs executive departments and agencies to review all funding provided to nongovernmental organizations (NGOs).

The administration's policy is to halt funding for any NGOs deemed to undermine US national security, prosperity, or safety.

Future funding decisions will be aligned with US interests and the administration's goals, as determined by agency heads and within applicable legal frameworks.

President Donald J. Trump issued an executive order declaring a national emergency and imposing sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC).

The order cites the ICC's investigations targeting US and Israeli personnel as illegitimate and a threat to national security and foreign policy.

Sanctions include blocking assets, and suspending entry into the US for ICC officials and their families.

The President argues that the ICC lacks jurisdiction over the US and Israel, and that its actions set a dangerous precedent.

This presidential order directs the United States to withdraw from the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC), cease funding for the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA), and conduct a comprehensive review of US involvement in all international organizations.

The order cites concerns about these organizations acting against US interests, promoting anti-Semitism, and harboring terrorist elements.

The Secretary of State will lead reviews of UNESCO membership and funding for international organizations, with recommendations for further withdrawals to be submitted to the President within 180 days.

This presidential memorandum directs multiple US agencies to implement a comprehensive strategy of maximum pressure against Iran.

The strategy aims to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons, neutralize its regional aggression, disrupt its support for terrorist groups, and counter its development of weapons capabilities.

It involves imposing and enhancing sanctions, isolating Iran diplomatically, and pursuing legal action against Iranian entities and individuals involved in terrorism and sanctions evasion.

On February 1, 2025, the President imposed tariffs on Canadian goods due to concerns about drug and human trafficking.

This order pauses those tariffs until March 4, 2025, to assess Canada's response to the crisis.

The pause allows for further evaluation of Canada's actions to mitigate the issues affecting the US border, and the tariffs will be reinstated if the situation worsens or insufficient action is taken.

This presidential order pauses previously imposed tariffs on Mexican goods.

The pause allows for assessment of Mexico's response to the illegal immigration and drug trafficking crisis at the US-Mexico border.

If Mexico's actions are deemed insufficient, the tariffs will be reinstated.

The order cites the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, the National Emergencies Act, and sections of the Trade Act of 1974 and Title 3 of the US Code as legal basis.

President Trump issued an executive order imposing a 25% ad valorem tariff on most Canadian goods and a 10% tariff on energy resources, citing Canada's failure to adequately address the influx of illicit drugs, particularly fentanyl, across the US-Canada border.

This action is framed as a national emergency response to a public health crisis and a threat to national security.

The order includes provisions for potential tariff escalation if Canada retaliates and requires regular reporting to Congress.

The tariffs will be removed upon the President's determination that Canada has taken sufficient action.

President Donald J. Trump issued an executive order imposing a 10% ad valorem tariff on goods from China to address the national emergency caused by the influx of synthetic opioids.

The order cites China's failure to curb the flow of precursor chemicals and the activities of Chinese criminal organizations involved in the opioid trade.

The tariffs will be removed upon the President's determination that China has taken sufficient action to alleviate the crisis.

The order also directs various government agencies to coordinate efforts to monitor the situation and potentially recommend further actions.

President Donald J. Trump issued an executive order imposing a 25% ad valorem tariff on all goods imported from Mexico, citing a national emergency due to the influx of illegal immigrants and drugs.

The order declares that Mexico's failure to sufficiently combat drug trafficking and human smuggling poses an unusual and extraordinary threat to US national security, foreign policy, and economy.

The tariffs are intended to pressure the Mexican government into increased cooperation and will be removed upon a determination that sufficient action has been taken to alleviate the crisis.

The order also details reporting requirements to Congress and specifies that the tariffs are in addition to any existing duties on Mexican imports.

In response to a deadly plane crash, the President mandates a comprehensive review of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) hiring and safety procedures from the past four years.

The order directly attributes the accident to alleged policy decisions from previous administrations that prioritized diversity initiatives over merit-based hiring.

The review will identify and correct any shortcomings in safety standards and personnel qualifications, aiming to restore public confidence in air travel.

This Presidential Memorandum directs the Secretaries of Defense and Homeland Security to fully utilize the Migrant Operations Center at Guantanamo Bay for detaining high-priority criminal aliens.

The stated goal is to curb illegal immigration, disrupt criminal cartels, and reinforce national sovereignty.

The memorandum clarifies that it does not create any legally enforceable rights.

This presidential order establishes the White House Task Force on Celebrating America's 250th Birthday to plan the 2026 anniversary celebration.

It also reinstates previous executive orders focused on protecting American monuments and building a National Garden of American Heroes, expanding the latter to include 250 historically significant figures.

The order details the task force's composition, responsibilities, and reporting requirements, while clarifying that it does not create new legal rights or benefits.

This executive order directs the Secretaries of Defense and Homeland Security to reinstate military personnel discharged solely for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine. The order mandates full back pay, benefits, and restoration of rank for those reinstated.

It also allows service members who left voluntarily rather than face the mandate to return to service without penalty.

The order includes provisions for addressing any disciplinary actions under the Uniform Code of Military Justice and reporting requirements for the Secretaries.

This presidential order aims to eliminate race and sex-based discrimination within the US Armed Forces.

It mandates the abolishment of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) offices and programs that promote preferential treatment based on race or sex.

The order also prohibits the promotion of divisive concepts and gender ideology within the Armed Forces and its associated institutions, requiring internal reviews and reporting on progress towards these goals.

This Presidential order prioritizes military readiness and excellence by establishing stringent standards for troop fitness, cohesion, and integrity.

It mandates updates to Department of Defense medical standards to exclude individuals expressing gender identities inconsistent with their biological sex, revokes Executive Order 14004, and restricts access to gender-segregated facilities based on biological sex.

The order aims to ensure the Armed Forces remain the world's most effective fighting force.

This Presidential order directs the creation and implementation of a next-generation missile defense shield for the United States.

It mandates the development of a comprehensive plan within 60 days, including space-based interceptors and non-kinetic capabilities, to counter advanced missile threats.

The order also emphasizes international collaboration on missile defense and ensures that this initiative is consistent with existing laws and budget considerations.

This executive order establishes the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Review Council to conduct a comprehensive review of FEMA's performance in disaster response.

The Council, composed of government officials and outside experts, will assess FEMA's effectiveness, impartiality, and structural efficiency, considering its resource allocation, interactions with state and local governments, and overall effectiveness in providing disaster relief.

The Council will submit a report with recommendations to the President within 180 days of its first meeting.

In the initial 100 hours of his second term, President Donald Trump signed numerous executive orders focused on securing the border, removing discriminatory practices, boosting investments, and modifying energy policies.

This marked an unprecedented beginning of his term and included aggressive measures towards border control, ending industry regulations, and encouraging domestic investments.

The Presidential Action, dated January 23, 2025, seeks to advance U.S. leadership in artificial intelligence by revoking previous directives that were barriers to innovation.

It establishes policies prioritizing AI development free from bias, mandates an action plan within 180 days, and outlines immediate review and amendments to prior orders and regulations to align with the new policy goals.

In January 2025, the President established the President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST) to promote American leadership in scientific and technological innovation.

Addressing the urgency to maintain global dominance in transformative technologies, the order emphasizes creating a diverse advisory body that advises on policy and provides strategic oversight in science, technology, education, and innovation.

Issued by the President, this order mandates the declassification and public release of all records in the Federal Government's possession concerning the assassinations of President John F. Kennedy, Senator Robert F. Kennedy, and Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Despite previous certifications and redactions, the executive order prioritizes transparency and public interest, directing relevant agencies to fast-track the release within specified timeframes.

The Presidential Executive Order outlines strategies to advance US leadership in the digital asset industry, blockchain technology, and financial technologies.

It emphasizes the need for responsible growth and usage of digital assets while protecting economic freedom and sovereignty.

The document outlines policies supporting open blockchain access, banking service fairness, and regulatory clarity, alongside banning Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) in the US. It establishes a working group, revokes previous directives on digital assets, and sets tasks and timelines for involved agencies to recommend regulatory adaptations.

The Presidential order initiates the process to consider designating Ansar Allah (Houthis) as a Foreign Terrorist Organization.

This decision is based on their threats to U.S. personnel, regional partners, and global maritime trade.

The order outlines steps for reporting, designation actions, and reviews of U.S. aid associated entities in Yemen.

This Presidential Action orders the termination of all discriminatory race and sex-based preferences in the federal government and encourages the private sector to end such practices.

It revokes several previous executive orders promoting DEI initiatives, directs federal agencies to enforce civil rights laws, and mandates compliance by federal contractors.

The order also calls for a report on private sector DEI practices and recommends strategies for enforcement and compliance.

This presidential action directs the Secretary of Transportation and the Federal Aviation Administrator to immediately end discriminatory hiring practices at the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

The order cites concerns about a prior administration's focus on hiring individuals based on factors other than merit, potentially jeopardizing aviation safety.

It mandates a return to non-discriminatory, merit-based hiring and a review of individuals in critical safety positions to ensure only highly qualified personnel are employed.

President Trump issued a proclamation declaring an invasion at the southern border of the United States.

The proclamation cites the overwhelming number of undocumented immigrants and the presence of criminal organizations and other national security threats as evidence of this invasion, asserting this situation violates the Constitution's guarantee of state protection from invasion.

In response, it suspends the entry of aliens engaged in the invasion, restricts their access to provisions within the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) granting legal presence in the U.S., and directs the suspension of entry for those failing to provide adequate medical and background information.

Further, it directs the departments of Homeland Security, State, and Justice to take actions to repel the invasion.

This executive order declares a national emergency due to the threat posed by drug cartels and transnational criminal organizations.

It outlines a process for designating these groups as Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTOs) or Specially Designated Global Terrorists (SDGTs) under existing laws, enabling the use of sanctions and other measures to disrupt their activities.

The order also directs preparations for potential use of the Alien Enemies Act if necessary.

This executive order establishes the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to improve the efficiency and productivity of the federal government.

It renames the United States Digital Service as the U.S. DOGE Service (USDS) and creates a temporary organization within it to implement the President's 18-month DOGE agenda.

Each federal agency is to form a DOGE Team to coordinate with USDS. The order prioritizes the modernization of federal software, network infrastructure, and IT systems, ensuring data integrity and interoperability, while displacing conflicting prior executive orders.

This executive order prioritizes enhancing the vetting and screening of foreign nationals entering or residing in the United States to mitigate national security risks.

It directs multiple federal agencies to strengthen screening procedures, identify countries posing high-risk profiles, and submit reports on deficiencies in vetting information.

The order also emphasizes the need for more rigorous safeguards for refugees and stateless individuals and aims to ensure that visa programs are not exploited by hostile actors.

This presidential memorandum reorganizes the National Security Council (NSC) system to improve national security policy development and implementation.

It outlines the roles and responsibilities of the NSC, the Principals Committee, the Deputies Committee, and Policy Coordination Committees, emphasizing interagency cooperation and streamlined decision-making processes.

The memorandum also revokes prior directives, establishing this document as the governing framework for NSC operations and aiming to create a more agile and comprehensive approach to national security challenges.

President declares a national energy emergency due to inadequate domestic energy supply and infrastructure, jeopardizing national security and economic prosperity.

The executive order directs federal agencies to utilize emergency authorities to increase domestic energy production, expedite infrastructure projects, and streamline permitting processes, especially in the Northeast and West Coast regions.

It also mandates interagency coordination and reporting to expedite approvals under the Clean Water Act and Endangered Species Act, while considering impacts on environmental protection.

This executive order outlines a comprehensive strategy to bolster national border security.

It mandates the construction of physical barriers, increases personnel deployment, implements stricter detention policies, reinstates the Migrant Protection Protocols, and overhauls parole processes.

The order aims to address illegal immigration and related security threats by deterring crossings and facilitating the swift removal of those apprehended.

International cooperation and improved identification technologies are also prioritized.

President's executive order, "Unleashing American Energy," aims to boost domestic energy production and reduce reliance on foreign sources.

The order directs federal agencies to review and revise regulations hindering energy exploration and development, particularly targeting oil, natural gas, coal, and critical minerals.

It revokes several previous executive orders focused on climate change and environmental protection and expedites permitting processes for energy projects.

The stated goals are to lower energy costs, create jobs, enhance national security, and restore the nation's economic competitiveness.

This executive order directs the US military to prioritize securing the nation's borders.

It declares a national emergency at the southern border due to illegal immigration and drug trafficking, and tasks the Secretary of Defense with revising the Unified Command Plan to assign USNORTHCOM the mission of sealing the borders and maintaining sovereignty.

The order also mandates additions to contingency planning guidance to ensure long-term border security.

This presidential memorandum addresses a backlog of security clearances for Executive Office of the President personnel.

It directs the White House Counsel to immediately grant interim Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearances to specified individuals for up to six months, granting them access to necessary facilities and technology.

The White House Counsel also has the authority to add to or revoke clearances from this list.

President Donald J. Trump declared a national emergency at the southern border of the United States, citing an invasion by cartels, criminal gangs, and terrorists, resulting in widespread chaos and violence.

The declaration authorizes the military to assist the Department of Homeland Security in securing the border.

The action includes the deployment of military personnel, construction of additional physical barriers, the use of unmanned aerial systems, and revisions of security policies and strategies.

The proclamation also revokes a previous order that terminated an emergency at the southern border and redirected funds.

This executive order revokes the security clearances of 50 former intelligence officials for allegedly coordinating with the Biden campaign to discredit the Hunter Biden laptop story during the 2020 election.

It also revokes the security clearance of former National Security Advisor John Bolton for publishing a memoir containing sensitive information.

The order establishes a policy against partisan political activity within the Intelligence Community and improper disclosure of classified information, and directs the Director of National Intelligence to submit a report on further inappropriate activity and recommendations for prevention.

This executive order directs the withdrawal of the United States from the World Health Organization (WHO).

The order cites the WHO’s mishandling of the COVID-19 pandemic, its lack of reform, and its susceptibility to political influence as justifications.

Specific actions include halting funding, recalling personnel, finding alternative partners, and revising the US Global Health Security Strategy.

The order also revokes previous presidential actions related to reversing the initial withdrawal decision.

This executive order temporarily suspends enforcement of the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act's restrictions on TikTok for 75 days.

The order cites national security concerns and the Act's unfortunate timing, which became effective a day before the new President's inauguration.

The President aims to assess national security implications, explore solutions, and prevent an immediate shutdown of the platform while safeguarding US interests, utilizing the 75-day period to achieve these goals.

President [President's Name] issued an executive order enacting a hiring freeze for federal civilian employees, effective January 20, 2025.

Exemptions apply to national security, public safety, and essential services like Social Security, Medicare, and Veterans' benefits.

The Office of Management and Budget must submit a plan to reduce the federal workforce's size within 90 days, at which point the freeze will expire for most agencies, barring the IRS. Contracting to circumvent the freeze is prohibited.

This presidential proclamation orders the display of the US flag at full-staff on all future Inauguration Days in honor of the event and the nation.

On January 20, 2025, it mandated immediate full-staff display at all federal buildings, military installations, US embassies, and facilities worldwide, followed by a return to half-staff later in the day as per Proclamation 10876 to mourn the passing of President Carter.

President Trump issued a directive appointing acting cabinet secretaries and other high-level officials across numerous federal agencies.

The appointees are temporarily filling their positions until permanent replacements are selected, with the directive citing 5 U.S.C. 3345 et seq. as legal justification.

The directive lists numerous individuals and their assigned acting roles, ensuring continuity in government operations.

President Trump nominated numerous individuals to fill sub-cabinet level positions across various federal agencies.

The nominations encompass leadership roles in departments including Defense, Health and Human Services, Justice, Homeland Security, Treasury, Agriculture, Energy, and others.

The announcement details the nominees' names, states of residence, and the specific positions for which they are being nominated, which then require Senate confirmation.

On January 20, 2025, President Trump announced his nominations for numerous cabinet positions and key leadership roles within his administration.

The announcement lists nominees for positions such as Secretary of the Treasury, Attorney General, Secretary of Defense, and numerous other cabinet-level roles, initiating the process of Senate confirmation for these individuals.