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Nominations Sent to the Senate
President Donald Trump sent a new batch of nominations to the Senate for confirmation across several key government posts. The action names people for senior roles at the Treasury Department, Homeland Security, the State Department, Veterans Affairs, and the Justice Department, along with seats on the National Transportation Safety Board, National Labor Relations Board, and Merit Systems Protection Board. It also includes ambassador nominations for South Korea and Albania, reappointments for some board members, and a nomination for U.S. Marshal and U.S. Attorney posts. In the same notice, Trump formally withdrew Troy Edgar’s earlier nomination to serve as ambassador to El Salvador, replacing that pending nomination status with a withdrawal.
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Apr 03, 2026
Liberating the Department of Homeland Security From the Democrat-Caused Shutdown
Mar 27, 2026
Paying Our Great Transportation Security Administration Officers and Employees
Mar 11, 2026
Promoting Fiscal Responsibility in Compensation Practices at the Tennessee Valley Authority
Jan 29, 2026
Addressing Addiction through the Great American Recovery Initiative
Dec 18, 2025
Providing for the Closure of Executive Departments and Agencies of the Federal Government on December 24, 2025, and December 26, 2025
President Donald Trump issued an order to close all executive departments and agencies of the federal government on December 24 and December 26, 2025, granting federal employees time off around Christmas. However, the heads of these departments and agencies can require certain offices to remain open and employees to report for duty if necessary for national security, defense, or other public needs. The order ensures that these days off are treated in accordance with existing laws regarding federal employee pay and leave. The Director of the Office of Personnel Management is tasked with implementing the order, which is to be executed within the bounds of applicable laws and budgetary constraints.
Nov 20, 2025
FRNational Adoption Month, 2025
President Donald J. Trump has proclaimed November 2025 as National Adoption Month, highlighting the importance of providing children with safe and nurturing homes. This proclamation celebrates adoptive parents and children while emphasizing the need to support children still in foster care. The President mentions efforts such as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which enhances adoption and child tax credits, and the Family First Prevention Services Act, aimed at strengthening foster care and adoption systems. Additionally, a recent Executive Order focuses on supporting children in foster care to help them transition successfully into adulthood.
Oct 20, 2025
FREnsuring Continued Accountability in Federal Hiring
On October 15, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14356, titled "Ensuring Continued Accountability in Federal Hiring." This order mandates that no federal civilian positions can be filled or created unless they adhere to specific policies and procedures outlined within the order. It requires all federal agencies to establish Strategic Hiring Committees to oversee and approve hiring decisions, ensuring alignment with national interests and administration priorities. Agencies must also develop Annual Staffing Plans to prioritize hiring in critical areas like national security and public safety. The order includes exceptions for certain positions and allows for exemptions granted by the Office of Personnel Management.
Sep 30, 2025
Nominations and Withdrawals Sent to the Senate
President Donald Trump has submitted several nominations to the Senate for key positions, including Lindsey Robyn-Michelle Halligan as U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia and Charlton Allen as General Counsel of the Federal Labor Relations Authority. These nominations aim to fill vacancies left by previous officeholders whose terms have expired or who have resigned. Additionally, the President has withdrawn several prior nominations, such as Erwin Antoni for Commissioner of Labor Statistics and Brian Quintenz for roles at the Commodity Futures Trading Commission. These actions are part of the administration's efforts to appoint individuals to critical roles within the federal government.
Aug 28, 2025
Further Exclusions from the Federal Labor-Management Relations Program
President Donald Trump issued an order to exclude certain federal agencies and subdivisions from the Federal Labor-Management Relations Program, citing national security concerns. The order identifies specific agencies, such as units within the Bureau of Reclamation and certain parts of the Department of Commerce, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, NASA, and the United States Agency for Global Media, as primarily focused on intelligence, counterintelligence, investigative, or national security work. It amends Executive Order 12171 to reflect these exclusions and extends deadlines for related orders by the Secretaries of Defense and Veterans Affairs. The order is designed to ensure that labor-management relations do not interfere with national security objectives.
Jul 07, 2025
Ensuring Accountability and Prioritizing Public Safety in Federal Hiring
President Donald Trump issued a memorandum to executive departments and agencies, implementing a hiring freeze on federal civilian positions within the Executive Branch through October 15, 2025. This directive prohibits filling vacant positions or creating new ones, except as specified in the memorandum or required by law, and mandates compliance with the Merit Hiring Plan established by the Office of Personnel Management. The memorandum exempts positions related to immigration enforcement, national security, public safety, and certain other categories, ensuring these areas remain unaffected. It also allows for exemptions to be granted by the Director of OPM when necessary and prohibits using external contracting to bypass the hiring freeze. The goal is to prioritize accountability and public safety while ensuring efficient use of existing personnel and resources.
May 14, 2025
FRFighting Overcriminalization in Federal Regulations
On May 9, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14294, titled "Fighting Overcriminalization in Federal Regulations." This order aims to reduce the regulatory burden on Americans by discouraging the criminal enforcement of federal regulations, particularly those that do not require a guilty state of mind (strict liability offenses). It mandates that federal agencies report all criminal regulatory offenses they enforce, including potential penalties and mental state requirements, and make these reports publicly accessible. The order also requires agencies to clearly define the conduct subject to criminal enforcement in new regulations and encourages civil or administrative enforcement over criminal prosecution where appropriate. This initiative seeks to prevent individuals from being unwittingly criminalized for regulatory violations they are unaware of.
May 02, 2025
FREnforcing Commonsense Rules of the Road for America's Truck Drivers
On April 28, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14286, titled "Enforcing Commonsense Rules of the Road for America's Truck Drivers." This order mandates the enforcement of English-language proficiency requirements for commercial vehicle drivers, emphasizing the need for drivers to understand traffic signs and communicate effectively in English. The order directs the Secretary of Transportation to rescind outdated guidance and implement new procedures to ensure compliance with these requirements, including placing non-compliant drivers out-of-service. Additionally, the order calls for a review of commercial driver's licenses to identify irregularities and improve verification protocols. The aim is to enhance road safety and support the working conditions of truck drivers in the United States.
Apr 29, 2025
FRStrengthening Probationary Periods in the Federal Service
President Donald Trump issued an executive order on April 24, 2025, to strengthen the probationary periods for federal employees. The order mandates that federal agencies must actively certify that a probationary or trial period employee's continued employment is beneficial to the public interest before their appointment is finalized. It introduces a new Civil Service Rule XI, which requires agency approval for an employee to gain tenure, effectively replacing the previous regulations that limited agency actions during these periods. This move aims to ensure that only high-performing individuals are retained in the federal workforce, addressing concerns that agencies have been ineffective in screening out underperformers during probationary periods.
Apr 28, 2025
Enforcing Commonsense Rules of the Road for America’s Truck Drivers
President Donald Trump issued an order to enforce English language proficiency requirements for truck drivers operating commercial vehicles in the United States. The directive mandates the Secretary of Transportation to rescind previous guidance and establish new procedures ensuring drivers can read and understand English, which is deemed essential for safety and effective communication. The order also calls for reviewing and securing commercial driver's licenses and improving the working conditions of truck drivers. This action aims to enhance road safety and support the trucking industry by upholding existing language regulations and removing unnecessary regulatory burdens.
Apr 17, 2025
Extension of Hiring Freeze
On April 17, 2025, President Donald Trump issued a memorandum extending the hiring freeze for Federal civilian employees in the executive branch until July 15, 2025. This action maintains the restrictions from the initial January 20, 2025 memorandum, preventing the filling of vacant positions or creation of new ones, with certain exceptions. The freeze does not apply to military personnel, positions related to immigration enforcement, national security, public safety, or the Executive Office of the President. The memorandum aims to ensure efficient use of existing personnel and resources, while allowing for exemptions and necessary reallocations to maintain essential services and protect national interests.
Apr 09, 2025
National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, 2025
President Donald J. Trump has proclaimed April 6 through April 12, 2025, as National Crime Victims’ Rights Week. This proclamation emphasizes the administration's commitment to supporting crime victims and enhancing public safety. The President criticizes previous policies for contributing to increased crime rates and highlights recent actions, including declaring a national emergency at the southern border and initiating a large-scale deportation operation. Trump also calls for new legislation to protect law enforcement and address repeat offenders. The proclamation encourages Americans to unite in supporting crime victims and safeguarding their rights.
Apr 03, 2025
FRExclusions From Federal Labor-Management Relations Programs
On March 27, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14251, which excludes certain federal agencies and subdivisions from participating in federal labor-management relations programs. The order identifies specific departments and agencies, such as the Department of Defense and the Department of State, whose primary functions involve intelligence, counterintelligence, investigative, or national security work, and deems them incompatible with the Federal Service Labor-Management Relations Statute. This action aims to enhance national security by ensuring that these agencies operate without the constraints of collective bargaining, which may interfere with their core missions. Additionally, the order grants certain secretaries the authority to suspend these exclusions if they certify that labor-management relations can be maintained without compromising national security.
Feb 14, 2025
FRImplementing the President's "Department of Government Efficiency" Workforce Optimization Initiative
On February 11, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14210 to implement the "Department of Government Efficiency" Workforce Optimization Initiative. This order aims to streamline the federal workforce by reducing its size through efficiency improvements and attrition, mandating that agencies hire no more than one new employee for every four that leave, with exceptions for public safety, immigration enforcement, and law enforcement roles. Agency heads are instructed to develop data-driven hiring plans and prepare for potential large-scale reductions in force, prioritizing non-essential functions. The order also calls for revisions to hiring criteria and requires agencies to report on potential eliminations or consolidations of statutory entities.
Feb 11, 2025
Implementing The President’s “Department of Government Efficiency” Workforce Optimization Initiative
President Donald Trump has issued an order to implement the "Department of Government Efficiency" Workforce Optimization Initiative aimed at transforming the Federal bureaucracy to enhance accountability and efficiency. The order mandates a hiring ratio where agencies can hire one new employee for every four that leave, with exceptions for roles related to public safety, immigration enforcement, and law enforcement. Agency heads are required to develop strategic hiring plans in collaboration with designated leaders from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and prepare for potential large-scale reductions in force, prioritizing non-essential functions. Additionally, the order calls for revisions to hiring suitability criteria and the development of agency reorganization plans to identify potential eliminations or consolidations. This initiative is part of a broader effort to reduce government waste and improve productivity.