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President Donald J. Trump Approves Kentucky Emergency Declaration
President Donald J. Trump has declared an emergency in the Commonwealth of Kentucky due to severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, and landslides that began on February 14, 2025. This declaration authorizes federal assistance to support state and local response efforts. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is tasked with coordinating disaster relief efforts to alleviate hardship and protect public health and safety. FEMA will provide necessary resources and equipment, with emergency protective measures funded at 75% by the federal government. Jeremy Slinker has been appointed to oversee federal recovery operations in the affected areas.
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Feb 14, 2025
FRPausing Foreign Corrupt Practices Act Enforcement To Further American Economic and National Security
Feb 14, 2025
FREnding Procurement and Forced Use of Paper Straws
Feb 14, 2025
FREliminating the Federal Executive Institute
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 12, 2025
FREstablishment of the White House Faith Office
On February 7, 2025, President Donald Trump issued an executive order establishing the White House Faith Office. This office is designed to empower faith-based entities, community organizations, and houses of worship to better serve families and communities. It aims to ensure these groups can compete fairly for federal grants and contracts, while also protecting religious liberty. The office will work within the Executive Office of the President and collaborate with various federal agencies to support initiatives that align with its mission. Additionally, the order amends previous executive orders to reflect these changes and emphasizes the importance of religious freedom and non-discrimination.
Feb 12, 2025
FRImposing Sanctions on the International Criminal Court
On February 6, 2025, President Donald J. Trump issued Executive Order 14203, imposing sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC). The order blocks property and assets of ICC officials and restricts their entry into the United States, responding to the ICC's investigations and arrest warrants against U.S. and Israeli personnel, which the U.S. deems illegitimate. The action is justified by the claim that such ICC activities threaten U.S. national security and sovereignty, as neither the U.S. nor Israel recognizes the ICC's jurisdiction. The order aims to protect U.S. and allied personnel from what is seen as overreach by the ICC.
Feb 12, 2025
FRAddressing Egregious Actions of the Republic of South Africa
On February 7, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14204, which addresses actions by the Republic of South Africa that the U.S. deems egregious. The order responds to South Africa's Expropriation Act 13 of 2024, which allows the government to seize agricultural property from ethnic minority Afrikaners without compensation. The executive order mandates that the United States halt aid to South Africa and actively support the resettlement of Afrikaner refugees facing racial discrimination. Additionally, it directs U.S. agencies to prioritize humanitarian relief efforts for these refugees.
Feb 12, 2025
FREradicating Anti-Christian Bias
On February 6, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14202, titled "Eradicating Anti-Christian Bias," to protect religious freedoms and address perceived anti-Christian actions by the previous administration. The order establishes a Task Force within the Department of Justice, chaired by the Attorney General, to identify and rectify any unlawful anti-Christian policies or practices. The Task Force will review activities across various federal agencies, recommend corrective actions, and develop strategies to safeguard religious liberties. It is tasked with submitting reports on its progress and findings to the President, with an initial report due within 120 days. The Task Force is set to operate for two years unless extended by the President.
Feb 12, 2025
FRProtecting Second Amendment Rights
On February 7, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14206 titled "Protecting Second Amendment Rights." This order directs the Attorney General to review and assess all executive actions, regulations, and policies from January 2021 to January 2025 that might infringe on Second Amendment rights. The Attorney General is tasked with developing a plan to protect these rights and must consider various aspects, including past presidential actions, Department of Justice rules, and ongoing litigation related to firearms. The goal is to ensure that the right to keep and bear arms is not infringed, as it is deemed essential for the security and liberty of Americans.
Feb 12, 2025
FRGulf of America Day, 2025
President Donald J. Trump has proclaimed February 9, 2025, as the first Gulf of America Day. This proclamation follows his Executive Order 14172, which directed the renaming of the U.S. Continental Shelf area previously known as the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America. The renaming is part of an initiative to honor and restore pride in America's historical significance and greatness. The proclamation encourages public officials and citizens to observe the day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities.
Feb 11, 2025
FRAmendment to Duties Addressing the Synthetic Opioid Supply Chain in the People's Republic of China
On February 5, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14200, amending a previous order related to the synthetic opioid supply chain in China. This amendment focuses on the duty-free de minimis treatment for certain articles, specifying that this treatment will end once the Secretary of Commerce confirms that systems are in place to efficiently process and collect applicable tariffs. The order aims to enhance the U.S. government's ability to manage and collect revenue from tariffs on goods linked to the synthetic opioid supply chain from China. The order is to be implemented in accordance with existing laws and available funding.
Feb 11, 2025
President Trump Announces the President’s Intelligence Advisory Board
President Donald J. Trump has announced the formation of the President’s Intelligence Advisory Board (PIAB), appointing a group of individuals to provide guidance on national security challenges. The board is intended to ensure that the Intelligence Community aligns with the President’s America First agenda. The appointees, including Devin Gerald Nunes as Chair, are selected for their diverse experience and intellect to help restore integrity within the Intelligence Community.
Feb 11, 2025
FRKeeping Men Out of Women's Sports
On February 5, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14201, titled "Keeping Men Out of Women's Sports." The order mandates that educational institutions receiving federal funding must ensure fair athletic opportunities for women and girls, as intended by Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972. It directs the Secretary of Education to enforce policies that reserve women's sports for biological females and rescind funding from programs that fail to comply. The order also calls for a review of international sports policies to promote fairness and safety for female athletes and aims to prevent males from participating in women's sports categories.
Feb 10, 2025
FRProgress on the Situation at Our Northern Border
President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14197 on February 3, 2025, addressing concerns about illegal migration and drug trafficking across the northern border with Canada. The order acknowledges Canada's recent cooperative actions to mitigate these issues and pauses the implementation of additional tariffs on Canadian goods until March 4, 2025, to assess the effectiveness of these measures. During this pause, relevant U.S. authorities will evaluate the situation to determine if further action, including the reinstatement of tariffs, is necessary. The order is part of ongoing efforts to protect U.S. national security and economic interests.
Feb 10, 2025
FRProgress on the Situation at Our Southern Border
President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14198 on February 3, 2025, addressing the situation at the U.S.-Mexico border. The order recognizes the steps taken by the Mexican government to tackle illegal migration and drug trafficking, which President Trump had previously identified as a threat to U.S. national security and economy. As a result, the implementation of a 25 percent tariff on Mexican products, initially set to begin on February 4, 2025, has been paused until March 4, 2025, to allow further assessment of Mexico's actions. During this pause, U.S. officials will evaluate whether the measures taken by Mexico are sufficient to mitigate the crisis. If the situation deteriorates, the tariffs may be imposed immediately.
Feb 10, 2025
FRA Plan for Establishing a United States Sovereign Wealth Fund
On February 3, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14196 to initiate the creation of a United States Sovereign Wealth Fund. The order directs the Secretary of the Treasury and the Secretary of Commerce, in collaboration with the Assistant to the President for Economic Policy, to develop a comprehensive plan for the fund. This plan is to include recommendations on funding mechanisms, investment strategies, fund structure, and governance, and must be submitted to the President within 90 days. The purpose of establishing this fund is to enhance the financial health of the nation, reduce tax burdens on families and small businesses, secure economic stability for future generations, and strengthen U.S. economic and strategic leadership globally.
Feb 10, 2025
FRWithdrawing the United States From and Ending Funding to Certain United Nations Organizations and Reviewing United States Support to All International Organizations
On February 4, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14199, which withdraws the United States from certain United Nations organizations and ends funding to them. The order specifically targets the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC), the UN Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), and the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA), citing their actions as contrary to U.S. interests and accusing them of anti-Semitism and other issues. The order mandates a review of U.S. membership in UNESCO and all international organizations to assess their alignment with U.S. interests. Additionally, the order instructs the Secretary of State to inform relevant UN bodies of the cessation of U.S. funding and participation.
Feb 07, 2025
FRImposing Duties To Address the Flow of Illicit Drugs Across Our Northern Border
On February 1, 2025, President Donald J. Trump issued Executive Order 14193 to impose additional tariffs on Canadian products in response to the flow of illicit drugs across the northern border. The order cites the failure of Canada to adequately address drug trafficking and the associated public health crisis in the United States, particularly involving fentanyl. It mandates a 25% tariff on most Canadian imports and a 10% tariff on energy products, effective February 4, 2025, unless Canada takes sufficient action to mitigate the issue. The order also expands the scope of a previously declared national emergency to include threats from the northern border and authorizes the Secretary of Homeland Security to implement and enforce these measures.