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President George Washington's Birthday, 2025
President Donald J. Trump issued a proclamation declaring February 17, 2025, as a reserved holiday to commemorate the birthday of George Washington. The proclamation honors Washington's legacy as the first President of the United States and a key architect of the federal government and constitutional order. It highlights Washington's role as a unifier and advocate for an "America First" foreign policy, emphasizing his enduring influence on American patriotism and public service. This action reflects a tribute to Washington's contributions and serves as a reminder of his pivotal role in American history.
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Feb 25, 2025
FR80th Anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima
Feb 25, 2025
FREnding Taxpayer Subsidization of Open Borders
Feb 24, 2025
FREnsuring Accountability for All Agencies
Feb 24, 2025
FRContinuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Cuba and of the Emergency Authority Relating to the Regulation of the Anchorage and Movement of Vessels
On February 20, 2025, President Donald Trump issued a notice to continue the national emergency with respect to Cuba, originally declared in 1996. This emergency was established due to the Cuban government's destruction of two unarmed U.S.-registered civilian aircraft in international airspace. The continuation of this emergency maintains the authority to regulate the anchorage and movement of vessels to prevent potential disturbances in international relations and to deter unauthorized U.S. vessel entry into Cuban waters, which could lead to mass migration. This action underscores ongoing concerns about Cuba's use of force and its implications for U.S. national security.
Feb 24, 2025
FRContinuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Libya
President Donald Trump has issued a notice to continue the national emergency with respect to Libya for another year, beyond February 25, 2025. Originally declared in 2011 by Executive Order 13566, the emergency addresses the threats posed by the actions of Colonel Muammar Qadhafi and his associates, which included violence against civilians and the risk of misappropriation of Libyan state assets. The emergency was expanded in 2016 to include ongoing violence and human rights abuses in Libya that threaten U.S. national security and foreign policy. This continuation aims to protect against asset diversion and other abuses that could hinder Libya's national reconciliation.
Feb 24, 2025
FRExpanding Access to In Vitro Fertilization
President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14216 on February 18, 2025, to expand access to in vitro fertilization (IVF) for American families facing infertility challenges. The order aims to make IVF treatments more affordable by reducing unnecessary statutory or regulatory burdens. Within 90 days, the Assistant to the President for Domestic Policy is tasked with submitting policy recommendations to lower out-of-pocket and health plan costs for IVF. This initiative underscores the administration's commitment to supporting family formation by ensuring reliable and affordable access to fertility treatments.
Feb 21, 2025
America First Investment Policy
President Donald Trump issued a memorandum titled "America First Investment Policy," which aims to enhance U.S. national and economic security by promoting foreign investment from allies while restricting investments from adversaries, particularly China. The policy seeks to maintain an open investment environment to foster growth in emerging technologies within the U.S., but imposes restrictions on foreign investments in critical sectors like technology and infrastructure to prevent exploitation by adversaries. The memorandum establishes a "fast-track" process to facilitate investments from allied nations and mandates expedited environmental reviews for large investments. Additionally, it strengthens the role of the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) to limit adversarial investments and protect key American assets. The action underscores the administration's commitment to safeguarding U.S. interests against foreign threats while encouraging beneficial foreign investments.
Feb 20, 2025
FREstablishing the National Energy Dominance Council
On February 14, 2025, President Donald Trump issued an executive order establishing the National Energy Dominance Council within the Executive Office of the President. The Council is tasked with advising the President on strategies to enhance America's energy production and achieve energy dominance. It will focus on improving energy-related processes, cutting unnecessary regulations, and fostering private sector investments. The Secretary of the Interior will chair the Council, with the Secretary of Energy serving as Vice Chair, and it includes various high-level government officials. The Council aims to coordinate efforts to expand reliable and affordable energy production, thereby supporting economic growth and national security.
Feb 20, 2025
FRKeeping Education Accessible and Ending COVID-19 Vaccine Mandates in Schools
On February 14, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14214, which aims to end COVID-19 vaccine mandates in schools across the United States. The order directs that federal funds should not support educational institutions that require COVID-19 vaccinations for in-person attendance. It emphasizes empowering parents and students with accurate information about COVID-19 risks and allowing them to make their own health decisions. The Secretary of Education is tasked with issuing guidelines on legal obligations related to parental authority and religious freedom, and developing a plan to eliminate coercive vaccine mandates in schools.
Feb 19, 2025
President Trump Announces Appointments to the White House Office of Intergovernmental Affairs
President Donald Trump has announced a series of appointments to the White House Office of Intergovernmental Affairs (IGA). Alex Meyer will lead the office as Deputy Assistant to the President and Director, bringing extensive campaign experience from the Trump-Vance 2024 Campaign. Other key appointments include Jared Borg, Christine Serrano Glassner, and several associate directors, all of whom have backgrounds in political campaigns or government roles. The IGA serves as the main liaison between the White House and state, local, tribal, and territorial governments, aiming to enhance communication and coordination on administration priorities.
Feb 19, 2025
FREstablishing the President's Make America Healthy Again Commission
President Donald Trump issued an executive order establishing the President's Make America Healthy Again Commission. The commission aims to address the critical health challenges facing Americans, particularly the rising rates of chronic diseases and mental health disorders. Chaired by the Secretary of Health and Human Services, the commission will focus on understanding and reducing chronic disease rates, with an initial emphasis on childhood health issues. The commission is tasked with studying the causes of these health problems and advising the President on strategies to improve the nation's health. This initiative seeks to promote healthier lifestyles and ensure that the healthcare system focuses on prevention rather than just disease management.
Feb 19, 2025
FRReciprocal Trade and Tariffs
President Donald Trump issued a memorandum titled "Reciprocal Trade and Tariffs" on February 13, 2025, directing key government officials to address the United States' trade deficit by implementing a "Fair and Reciprocal Plan." This plan aims to counter non-reciprocal trading arrangements by evaluating and potentially imposing reciprocal tariffs on foreign trading partners. The memorandum instructs the Secretary of Commerce and the U.S. Trade Representative to investigate and report on unfair trade practices, such as tariffs, taxes, and non-tariff barriers, that disadvantage U.S. businesses and workers. The goal is to ensure fair competition and improve the U.S. trade balance by making international trade more balanced and equitable.
Feb 19, 2025
President Trump Announces Appointments to the Council of Governors
President Donald J. Trump has announced new appointments to the Council of Governors, a bipartisan group that focuses on enhancing cooperation between state and federal governments. This council addresses critical areas such as national security, disaster response, and military coordination. Originally established by the National Defense Authorization Act of 2008 and formalized by Executive Order 13528 in 2010, the council serves as an important platform for governors and federal officials to collaborate on integrating military operations and improving disaster response efforts within the states.
Feb 19, 2025
Ensuring Lawful Governance and Implementing the President’s “Department of Government Efficiency” Regulatory Initiative
President Donald Trump issued an order to streamline and ensure the legality of federal regulations, focusing on eliminating those that are unconstitutional or exceed statutory authority. The directive instructs agency heads to review and identify regulations that may be unlawful, overly burdensome, or not in the national interest, with a 60-day deadline to report findings. The order emphasizes prioritizing enforcement resources on regulations that align with constitutional and statutory mandates, while de-prioritizing those that do not. Additionally, it outlines a process for creating new regulations, requiring consultation with the "Department of Government Efficiency" (DOGE) Team Leads and adherence to existing review protocols. The order aims to reduce federal overreach and reinforce the constitutional separation of powers.
Feb 18, 2025
FRAdjusting Imports of Aluminum Into the United States
On February 10, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Proclamation 10895, which increases tariffs on aluminum imports to the United States from 10% to 25%. This action is intended to address the continued high levels of aluminum imports that threaten national security by undermining domestic production. The proclamation also terminates previous agreements with countries like Canada, Mexico, and the European Union, subjecting their aluminum imports to the new tariff rate. Additionally, it ends the product exclusion process that allowed certain imports to bypass tariffs, aiming to bolster the U.S. aluminum industry and ensure national security objectives are met.
Feb 18, 2025
FRAdjusting Imports of Steel Into the United States
On February 10, 2025, President Donald Trump issued a proclamation to adjust imports of steel into the United States, citing national security concerns. The action reinstates a 25 percent tariff on steel imports from several countries, including Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, the EU, Japan, Mexico, South Korea, and the UK, effective March 12, 2025. The proclamation terminates previous exemptions and alternative agreements with these countries, which were deemed ineffective in addressing the threat to U.S. national security. Additionally, the proclamation ends the product exclusion process that allowed certain steel imports to bypass tariffs, aiming to strengthen domestic steel production and maintain a target capacity utilization rate of at least 80 percent.
Feb 18, 2025
Radical Transparency About Wasteful Spending
President Donald Trump has issued a memorandum directing the heads of executive departments and agencies to publicly disclose detailed information about terminated programs, canceled contracts, and discontinued grants. This action aims to maximize transparency regarding federal spending that is deemed wasteful or not in the national interest. By making these details public, the memorandum seeks to ensure that taxpayers are informed about how their money has been used and to hold the government accountable for spending decisions. The directive emphasizes compliance with existing laws and regulations while promoting the administration's policies.
Feb 18, 2025
FROne Voice for America's Foreign Relations
On February 12, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14211, titled "One Voice for America's Foreign Relations." This order mandates that all U.S. foreign policy actions be conducted under the President's direction, emphasizing the need for a unified approach. It grants the Secretary of State the authority to discipline employees who fail to implement the President's policies effectively, including potential dismissal. The order also calls for reforms in the Foreign Service to ensure alignment with the President's foreign policy goals, including changes in recruitment, performance evaluation, and training. The Secretary of State is given the discretion to revise existing procedures and manuals to support these reforms.