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Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Export Control Regulations
On August 4, 2025, President Donald Trump issued a notice to continue the national emergency related to export control regulations for another year. This emergency was initially declared on August 17, 2001, under Executive Order 13222, due to threats to national security, foreign policy, and the economy stemming from the expiration of the Export Administration Act of 1979. The continuation is necessary to maintain certain sanctions and regulatory authorities under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act and the Export Control Reform Act of 2018. This action ensures the ongoing implementation of these critical export control measures.
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Aug 05, 2025
FRAdjusting Imports of Copper Into the United States
Aug 05, 2025
FRAddressing Threats to the United States by the Government of Brazil
Aug 05, 2025
FRSuspending Duty-Free De Minimis Treatment for All Countries
Aug 01, 2025
FRCaptive Nations Week, 2025
President Donald J. Trump issued a proclamation designating July 20 through July 26, 2025, as Captive Nations Week. This annual observance, first established in 1959 by President Eisenhower, aims to express support for individuals living under totalitarian regimes and to promote the values of freedom, sovereignty, and human rights. The proclamation highlights the ongoing efforts of U.S. government agencies, such as the Religious Liberty Commission and the Department of State's Office of International Religious Freedom, to defend religious freedom globally. President Trump calls on Americans to engage in activities that reaffirm the nation's commitment to liberty, justice, and the rule of law.
Aug 01, 2025
FRMade in America Week, 2025
President Donald J. Trump has proclaimed July 20 through July 26, 2025, as Made in America Week. This proclamation aims to celebrate and promote American manufacturing, innovation, and craftsmanship. The President highlights efforts to modernize trade agreements, support domestic production, and enforce truthful labeling of "Made in the U.S.A." products. The proclamation underscores the administration's commitment to boosting American industries and workers by attracting investments and enhancing the nation's manufacturing capabilities. Through these initiatives, the administration seeks to strengthen the U.S. economy and uphold American sovereignty.
Jul 31, 2025
Amendment to Duties to Address the Flow of Illicit Drugs Across Our Northern Border
President Donald Trump issued an amendment to increase tariffs on certain Canadian goods in response to Canada's insufficient efforts to curb the flow of illicit drugs, such as fentanyl, across the northern border. This action raises the additional tariff rate from 25% to 35% on specific Canadian products, effective August 1, 2025. The amendment also targets transshipped goods from Canada, imposing a 40% tariff on those that do not qualify under the USMCA. The order aims to pressure Canada into taking more robust measures against drug trafficking and to address any retaliatory actions from Canada.
Jul 31, 2025
President’s Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition, and the Reesetablishment of the Presidential Fitness Test
President Donald J. Trump has issued an order reestablishing the President's Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition, which includes reviving the Presidential Fitness Test. This action revokes a previous executive order from 2018 and amends an older one from 2002 to address the declining health and fitness levels in the United States, particularly among children. The Council will consist of up to 30 members who will serve two-year terms and will advise the President on strategies to improve national fitness and health. The order emphasizes expanding youth participation in sports, promoting the benefits of physical activity and good nutrition, and creating a culture of strength and vitality across the nation. The Secretary of Health and Human Services, with support from the Secretary of Education, will oversee the administration of the Presidential Fitness Test.
Jul 31, 2025
FRRevoking PPD-6 on U.S. Global Development Policy
On July 15, 2025, President Donald Trump issued a memorandum revoking Presidential Policy Directive-6 (PPD-6), which outlined the U.S. Global Development Policy established on September 22, 2010. The revocation aligns with President Trump's recent executive actions and his views on the appropriate role and scale of U.S. foreign assistance, as well as the level of coordination with international organizations. The memorandum cites inconsistencies between PPD-6 and several executive orders, including those focused on prioritizing American interests in foreign policy and international agreements. The Secretary of State has been instructed to publish this memorandum in the Federal Register.
Jul 30, 2025
Addressing Threats to The United States by the Government of Brazil
President Donald Trump has declared a national emergency in response to actions by the Government of Brazil, which he states threaten the national security, foreign policy, and economy of the United States. The order cites Brazilian officials' interference with U.S. companies and individuals, including demands for censorship and data sharing, as well as human rights violations and political persecution within Brazil. To address these threats, the order imposes an additional 40% tariff on certain Brazilian imports, effective one week from the order's date. This measure is intended to counteract the perceived threats and protect U.S. interests. The order also outlines monitoring and potential adjustments based on Brazil's response or changes in the situation.
Jul 30, 2025
Adjusting Imports of Copper into the United States
President Donald Trump issued a proclamation imposing a 50% tariff on imports of semi-finished copper products and intensive copper derivative products, effective August 1, 2025. This action follows a report from the Secretary of Commerce, which found that current copper import levels threaten U.S. national security by undermining domestic production capabilities essential for defense and infrastructure. The proclamation aims to reduce reliance on foreign copper, bolster domestic production, and strengthen supply chains critical to national security. Additionally, the Secretary of Commerce is tasked with monitoring copper imports and may recommend further actions to ensure national security is not compromised. The proclamation also outlines procedures for identifying and imposing tariffs on certain copper derivatives to prevent circumvention of these measures.
Jul 29, 2025
FREnding Crime and Disorder on America's Streets
President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14321, titled "Ending Crime and Disorder on America's Streets," on July 24, 2025. The order aims to address homelessness and public safety by promoting the use of civil commitment for individuals with mental illness or substance use disorders who pose risks to themselves or the public. It directs federal agencies to prioritize grants and resources for states and municipalities that enforce laws against illicit drug use, urban camping, and loitering, and that implement treatment and commitment standards for at-risk individuals. Additionally, the order seeks to redirect federal resources toward evidence-based programs and increase accountability in homelessness assistance programs, moving away from policies that do not prioritize treatment and recovery.
Jul 29, 2025
FRSaving College Sports
President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14322, titled "Saving College Sports," on July 24, 2025. The order aims to protect and expand opportunities in college sports, particularly for women's and non-revenue sports, by setting guidelines for scholarship distribution based on athletic department revenues. It prohibits third-party pay-for-play payments to athletes, except for legitimate market-value endorsements, to preserve the educational and developmental benefits of collegiate athletics. The order also directs the Secretary of Education and other officials to develop a plan to enforce these policies and ensure the stability of college sports. Additionally, it calls for legal protections for college athletics from lawsuits and seeks to maintain the role of collegiate sports in developing athletes for the U.S. Olympic Team.
Jul 29, 2025
FRContinuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Lebanon
On July 25, 2025, President Donald Trump issued a notice to continue the national emergency with respect to Lebanon for another year, originally declared on August 1, 2007, by Executive Order 13441. This continuation is based on ongoing concerns about activities that threaten Lebanon's sovereignty and contribute to regional instability, such as Iran's arms transfers to Hizballah. The emergency status is maintained to address these threats to the national security and foreign policy of the United States. This action ensures the continuation of measures to counteract these destabilizing activities. The notice will be published in the Federal Register and sent to Congress.
Jul 28, 2025
FRAccelerating Federal Permitting of Data Center Infrastructure
President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14318 on July 23, 2025, to accelerate the federal permitting process for data center infrastructure. The order aims to streamline regulatory procedures to support the rapid development of AI-focused data centers and associated infrastructure, such as energy and networking components, by reducing federal regulatory burdens. It encourages the use of federally owned land for these projects and provides financial support through loans, grants, and tax incentives for qualifying projects. Additionally, the order revokes a previous executive order and mandates efficient environmental reviews and permitting processes to expedite project development.
Jul 28, 2025
FRPreventing Woke AI in the Federal Government
On July 23, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14319, titled "Preventing Woke AI in the Federal Government." This order mandates that federal agencies only procure large language models (LLMs) that adhere to principles of truth-seeking and ideological neutrality. The order aims to ensure that AI models used by the government provide accurate and unbiased outputs, free from ideological biases such as diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). It directs the Office of Management and Budget to issue guidance for implementing these principles, allowing for technical limitations and vendor flexibility while ensuring compliance in federal contracts.
Jul 28, 2025
FRPromoting the Export of the American AI Technology Stack
On July 23, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14320, which establishes the American AI Exports Program to promote the global export of American AI technology. This initiative aims to ensure U.S. leadership in AI by encouraging the deployment of full-stack AI technology packages abroad, reducing reliance on AI from adversarial nations. The order mandates the Secretary of Commerce, in collaboration with other federal agencies, to solicit proposals from industry consortia for AI technology packages and prioritize their export. Additionally, the order mobilizes federal financing tools to support these exports, aligning technical, financial, and diplomatic resources to facilitate the global adoption of American AI technologies.
Jul 24, 2025
Ending Crime and Disorder on America’s Streets
President Donald Trump issued an order titled "Ending Crime and Disorder on America’s Streets" to address homelessness and public safety concerns. The order directs the Attorney General and the Secretary of Health and Human Services to promote civil commitment for individuals with mental illness or substance abuse issues who pose risks to themselves or the public. It also mandates prioritizing federal grants for states and municipalities that enforce laws against illicit drug use, urban camping, and squatting. Additionally, the order calls for a shift in federal resources toward evidence-based programs for substance use disorder and mental health, while also increasing accountability in homelessness assistance programs by ending support for "housing first" policies. The aim is to restore public order and enhance safety by addressing the root causes of homelessness.
Jul 23, 2025
Promoting The Export of the American AI Technology Stack
President Donald Trump issued an order to promote the export of American artificial intelligence (AI) technology. This order establishes the American AI Exports Program, which aims to support the development and deployment of comprehensive AI technology packages from the United States. The program requires proposals from industry consortia that include AI hardware, software, and security measures, targeting specific countries for export. The initiative is designed to maintain U.S. leadership in AI and reduce global reliance on AI technologies from adversarial nations. Additionally, the order mobilizes federal resources and financing tools to support these exports, aligning diplomatic and financial efforts to enhance the global reach of American AI technologies.