Helping Left-Behind Communities Make a Comeback

On January 19, 2025, President Donald Trump signed Executive Order 14145, aimed at revitalizing economically distressed and left-behind communities across the United States. The order seeks to enhance federal support by coordinating government programs to improve infrastructure, workforce development, and economic opportunities in these regions, with a focus on community engagement and collaboration with local and Tribal leaders. This initiative could have significant legal and political implications as it involves multiple federal agencies and requires careful coordination to ensure effective implementation, potentially impacting regional inequality and economic resilience.