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Clarifying the Military's Role in Protecting the Territorial Integrity of the United States
On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14167, which clarifies the role of the U.S. military in safeguarding the nation's borders. The order emphasizes the importance of the Armed Forces in protecting the United States from threats such as unlawful mass migration, drug trafficking, and human smuggling. It directs the Secretary of Defense to revise the Unified Command Plan to assign the U.S. Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) the mission of securing the borders and maintaining national sovereignty. The order also requires USNORTHCOM to engage in detailed planning and continuous assessment to address these security challenges effectively.
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Jan 30, 2025
FRSecuring Our Borders
Jan 29, 2025
Expanding Migrant Operations Center at Naval Station Guantanamo Bay to Full Capacity
Jan 29, 2025
FRDeclaring a National Emergency at the Southern Border of the United States
On January 20, 2025, President Donald J. Trump declared a national emergency at the southern border of the United States. This proclamation authorizes the use of the Armed Forces to support the Department of Homeland Security in achieving full operational control of the border. It directs the construction of additional physical barriers and the deployment of military personnel to assist with border security operations. The proclamation also calls for a review and potential revision of policies to prevent unauthorized entry and ensure the safety of security personnel. Additionally, it revokes a previous proclamation that terminated the emergency status at the border.
Jan 29, 2025
FRGranting Pardons and Commutation of Sentences for Certain Offenses Relating to the Events at or Near the United States Capitol on January 6, 2021
On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump issued a proclamation granting pardons and commuting sentences for individuals involved in the events at or near the United States Capitol on January 6, 2021. The proclamation commutes the sentences of specific individuals to time served and grants full pardons to others convicted of related offenses. It directs the Attorney General to ensure the immediate release of these individuals from prison and to dismiss any pending indictments. This action is framed as a step towards addressing what the proclamation describes as a "grave national injustice" and aims to initiate a process of national reconciliation.
Jan 29, 2025
FRGuaranteeing the States Protection Against Invasion
On January 20, 2025, President Donald J. Trump issued a proclamation declaring the situation at the U.S. southern border as an "invasion" under Article IV, Section 4 of the Constitution. This action suspends the entry of aliens involved in this invasion, citing concerns over national security, public health, and safety. The proclamation directs federal agencies to take measures to prevent the physical entry of these individuals and to restrict their access to immigration provisions that would allow them to remain in the U.S. It aims to fulfill the federal government's constitutional obligation to protect states against invasion.
Jan 29, 2025
FRDesignating Cartels and Other Organizations as Foreign Terrorist Organizations and Specially Designated Global Terrorists
On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14157, which establishes a process to designate certain international cartels and organizations as Foreign Terrorist Organizations or Specially Designated Global Terrorists. This action is based on their involvement in activities that pose a significant national security threat to the United States, including drug trafficking, violence, and infiltration into foreign governments. The order highlights the need to protect the U.S. from these threats by eliminating the presence of such organizations within the country and ensuring they cannot threaten U.S. territory or safety. The Secretary of State, in consultation with other key officials, is tasked with recommending which groups should receive these designations.
Jan 29, 2025
FRProtecting the American People Against Invasion
On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14159, titled "Protecting the American People Against Invasion." The order aims to strengthen enforcement of U.S. immigration laws to enhance national security and public safety. It revokes several previous executive orders related to immigration and directs federal agencies to prioritize the removal of inadmissible and removable aliens, particularly those posing security threats. The order also establishes Homeland Security Task Forces across all states to combat criminal organizations and human trafficking. Additionally, it mandates the reestablishment of an office within ICE to support victims of crimes committed by removable aliens and calls for increased cooperation with state and local law enforcement.
Jan 28, 2025
FRFlying the Flag of the United States at Full- Staff on Inauguration Day
On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Proclamation 10885, ordering that the flag of the United States be flown at full-staff on Inauguration Day. This directive applies to the White House, public buildings, military posts, naval stations, and U.S. embassies worldwide. The proclamation honors the significance of Inauguration Day and the values it represents for the nation. After Inauguration Day, the flag is to be returned to half-staff in accordance with a previous proclamation honoring the late former President Jimmy Carter.
Jan 28, 2025
FREnding the Weaponization of the Federal Government
On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14147 titled "Ending the Weaponization of the Federal Government." This order mandates a review of federal law enforcement and intelligence activities from the past four years to identify instances where actions may have been politically motivated rather than aligned with justice or legitimate government objectives. The Attorney General and the Director of National Intelligence are tasked with evaluating the conduct of relevant agencies and preparing reports with recommendations for corrective measures. The order aims to ensure accountability and prevent the misuse of governmental power against political opponents.
Jan 27, 2025
Restoring America’s Fighting Force
President Donald Trump issued an order titled "Restoring America’s Fighting Force" aimed at eliminating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs within the U.S. Armed Forces. The order mandates the abolition of DEI offices in the Department of Defense and the Department of Homeland Security, including the U.S. Coast Guard, to ensure that military operations are free from race or sex-based preferences. It requires an internal review to document past DEI initiatives and prohibits the promotion of concepts deemed divisive or discriminatory. The order emphasizes meritocracy and prohibits teaching theories that suggest America's founding documents are inherently racist or sexist. Additionally, the order instructs the relevant departments to align their educational institutions with these principles and report on progress within specified timeframes.
Jan 27, 2025
Reinstating Service Members Discharged Under the Military’s COVID-19 Vaccination Mandate
On January 27, 2025, President Donald Trump issued an order to reinstate service members who were discharged solely for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine. The order directs the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Homeland Security to offer reinstatement to these individuals, allowing them to return to their previous rank and receive full back pay, benefits, and bonuses. It also permits service members who voluntarily left the military to avoid the vaccine mandate to return without any impact on their service status. This action aims to address what the order describes as an unfair and unnecessary burden imposed by the previous vaccine mandate. The order requires a progress report within 60 days to ensure its implementation.
Jan 24, 2025
FRPartial Revocation of Executive Order 13961
On January 19, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14146, which partially revokes Executive Order 13961, originally focused on the governance and integration of federal mission resilience. This new order specifically revokes sections 1, 3, 4, 5, and 7 of the previous order, while renumbering and amending the remaining sections. The amendments include changes to references and committee structures, such as replacing the "Executive Committee" with the "Restricted Principals Committee" as described in a new National Security Memorandum. This action is designed to update and streamline federal mission resilience governance in accordance with current national security policies.
Jan 22, 2025
Designation Of Ansar Allah as a Foreign Terrorist Organization
President Donald Trump has issued an order initiating the process to designate Ansar Allah, also known as the Houthis, as a Foreign Terrorist Organization under U.S. law. This action is driven by the group's attacks on U.S. Navy warships, regional allies, and commercial vessels, which threaten American personnel, regional stability, and global maritime trade. The order directs the Secretary of State to consult with intelligence and treasury officials and submit a report within 30 days, followed by actions to formalize the designation. Additionally, USAID is tasked with reviewing and potentially terminating relationships with entities that have financially supported or failed to adequately criticize Ansar Allah. This order underscores the U.S. policy to work with regional partners to curb the group's capabilities and operations.
Jan 20, 2025
President Trump Announces Cabinet and Cabinet Level Appointments
President Donald Trump has announced a series of nominations for key Cabinet and Cabinet-level positions. These nominations include Scott Bessent for Secretary of the Treasury, Pamela Bondi for Attorney General, and Marco Rubio for Secretary of State, among others. Each nominee is designated to lead a specific department or agency, such as Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. for Secretary of Health and Human Services and Peter Hegseth for Secretary of Defense. This action is part of the president's effort to establish his administration's leadership team, requiring Senate confirmation for these appointments. The nominations aim to fill top roles with individuals tasked with overseeing various aspects of government operations and policy implementation.
Jan 20, 2025
President Trump Announces Sub-Cabinet Appointments
President Donald Trump has announced a series of sub-cabinet appointments, nominating individuals to fill key roles across various federal departments and agencies. These nominations include Keith Bass as Assistant Secretary of Defense, Jayanta Bhattacharya as Director of the National Institutes of Health, and Frank Bisignano as Commissioner of Social Security, among others. The appointments aim to fill vacancies left by previous officials who have resigned or whose terms have expired. This action is part of the administration's effort to ensure that critical positions within the government are staffed with qualified individuals to maintain effective operations.
Jan 20, 2025
Flying The Flag Of The United States At Full-Staff On Inauguration Day
President Donald Trump issued a proclamation ordering that the flag of the United States be flown at full-staff on Inauguration Day to honor the significance of the event and the values it represents. This directive applies to the White House, all public buildings and grounds, military posts, naval stations, and U.S. facilities abroad. The order is effective immediately and lasts for the duration of Inauguration Day. After the day concludes, the flag will be returned to half-staff in accordance with a previous proclamation honoring the late former President Jimmy Carter.
Jan 20, 2025
Ending The Weaponization Of The Federal Government
On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump issued an order titled "Ending The Weaponization Of The Federal Government." The order directs the Attorney General and the Director of National Intelligence to review the activities of federal law enforcement and the Intelligence Community over the past four years. The aim is to identify instances where these entities may have acted contrary to justice and constitutional principles, allegedly targeting political opponents of the previous administration. The order mandates the preparation of reports with recommendations for corrective actions to ensure accountability and prevent future misuse of governmental power. Additionally, it emphasizes compliance with document-retention policies and legal obligations.