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Preventing Abuses of the Legal System and the Federal Court
President Donald Trump issued a memorandum directing the Attorney General and the Secretary of Homeland Security to enhance accountability for attorneys and law firms that engage in unethical conduct, particularly when it threatens national security, public safety, or election integrity. The memorandum emphasizes the enforcement of existing rules, such as the Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 11 and the Model Rules of Professional Conduct, which prohibit frivolous and vexatious litigation. It instructs the Attorney General to seek sanctions against those violating these standards and to prioritize disciplinary actions for misconduct in federal courts and before federal agencies. Additionally, the Attorney General is tasked with reviewing past litigation against the federal government to identify potential misconduct and recommend further actions, such as reassessing security clearances or terminating federal contracts.
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Mar 21, 2025
ADDRESSING REMEDIAL ACTION BY PAUL WEISS
Mar 21, 2025
FRNational Poison Prevention Week, 2025
Mar 21, 2025
FRAchieving Efficiency Through State and Local Preparedness
Mar 20, 2025
Immediate Measures to Increase American Mineral Production
President Donald J. Trump issued an order to boost domestic mineral production in the United States. The order aims to reduce reliance on foreign mineral sources by expediting the permitting process for mineral production projects and prioritizing mineral-related land use on federal lands. It establishes the National Energy Dominance Council (NEDC) to coordinate these efforts and solicits industry feedback to address regulatory bottlenecks. The order also involves multiple federal agencies in identifying suitable sites for mineral production and encourages private and public capital investment in these projects. Additionally, it delegates authority to the Secretary of Defense and the CEO of the United States International Development Finance Corporation to use the Defense Production Act to support domestic mineral production.
Mar 20, 2025
FRInvocation of the Alien Enemies Act Regarding the Invasion of the United States by Tren de Aragua
On March 14, 2025, President Donald J. Trump issued a proclamation invoking the Alien Enemies Act in response to the activities of Tren de Aragua (TdA), a designated Foreign Terrorist Organization. The proclamation identifies TdA as conducting hostile actions and irregular warfare against the United States, often in coordination with the Maduro regime in Venezuela. It orders the apprehension, detention, and removal of Venezuelan citizens aged 14 and older who are members of TdA and are within the U.S. but not naturalized or lawful permanent residents. The Attorney General and Secretary of Homeland Security are directed to enforce these measures, with all relevant U.S. agencies and officials instructed to collaborate in executing the proclamation's directives. The action aims to protect public safety by addressing the threat posed by TdA's infiltration and activities within the United States.
Mar 20, 2025
FRAdditional Rescissions of Harmful Executive Orders and Actions
President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14236 on March 14, 2025, which revokes several executive actions from the previous administration. This order builds on a prior order from January 20, 2025, and rescinds additional executive orders, memoranda, and proclamations that were deemed harmful. The actions revoked include those related to public health, national security, human rights, minimum wage for federal contractors, energy supply, and biotechnology, among others. The purpose of these rescissions is to align federal policies with the administration's goal of restoring "common sense" and enhancing the potential of American citizens.
Mar 20, 2025
FRAddressing Risks From Paul Weiss
President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14237 on March 14, 2025, targeting the law firm Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP (Paul Weiss) for activities deemed harmful to American interests. The order mandates the suspension of security clearances for individuals associated with Paul Weiss and requires a review of government contracts involving the firm. It instructs federal agencies to cease providing government resources to Paul Weiss and to limit interactions with its employees. The order aims to prevent taxpayer dollars from supporting activities that conflict with U.S. interests, including alleged racial discrimination and actions perceived as undermining national security.
Mar 20, 2025
FRContinuing the Reduction of the Federal Bureaucracy
On March 14, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14238, aimed at continuing the reduction of the federal bureaucracy. The order mandates the elimination of non-statutory components and functions of several governmental entities, including the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service, the United States Agency for Global Media, and others, to the extent allowed by law. Heads of these entities are required to report compliance and clarify statutory obligations within seven days. The order also instructs the Office of Management and Budget to reject budget requests inconsistent with this directive, ensuring that only legally required functions and personnel are maintained.
Mar 20, 2025
FRRevisions to the 2022 Unified Command Plan
On March 14, 2025, President Donald Trump issued a memorandum approving and directing the implementation of revisions to the 2022 Unified Command Plan. This document, addressed to the Secretary of Defense, exercises the President's authority as Commander in Chief to update military command structures. The Secretary of Defense is instructed to notify Congress about these changes and to ensure the memorandum is published in the Federal Register. This action is in accordance with specific sections of U.S. law that govern military organization and presidential directives.
Mar 19, 2025
Removing Discrimination and Discriminatory Equity Ideology From the Foreign Service
President Donald Trump issued a memorandum directing several government departments to revise hiring and promotion criteria within the Foreign Service to eliminate references to "Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility." The memorandum mandates that recruitment and employment decisions be based solely on merit, without consideration of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. It also instructs department heads to ensure that no official activities promote or support what is termed "discriminatory equity ideology." Additionally, the memorandum calls for an assessment to identify any Foreign Service members who have engaged in illegal discrimination, with appropriate actions to be taken against them.
Mar 15, 2025
Invocation of the Alien Enemies Act Regarding the Invasion of The United States by Tren De Aragua
President Donald Trump has issued a proclamation invoking the Alien Enemies Act in response to the activities of Tren de Aragua (TdA), a designated Foreign Terrorist Organization. This action identifies TdA as a threat due to its involvement in illegal activities such as drug trafficking and irregular warfare within the United States, allegedly supported by the Maduro regime in Venezuela. The proclamation orders the apprehension, detention, and removal of TdA members who are Venezuelan citizens aged 14 or older, present in the U.S., and not naturalized or lawful permanent residents. The Attorney General and the Secretary of Homeland Security are directed to enforce these measures, ensuring public safety by removing individuals deemed hostile to the United States.
Mar 14, 2025
Additional Recissions of Harmful Executive Orders and Actions
On March 14, 2025, President Donald Trump issued an executive order titled "Additional Recissions of Harmful Executive Orders and Actions." This order revokes a series of executive actions and memoranda issued during the Biden administration. The rescinded actions cover a range of topics, including COVID-19 response, foreign policy, human rights, minimum wage for federal contractors, energy supply, biotechnology, and labor standards. The purpose of these rescissions is to align with the current administration's policy of restoring what it considers "common sense" to the federal government and unlocking the potential of American citizens. The order specifies that it should be implemented in accordance with existing laws and does not create any enforceable legal rights.
Mar 14, 2025
Addressing Risks from Paul Weiss
President Donald Trump issued an order targeting the law firm Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP, citing its involvement in activities deemed harmful to American interests. The order mandates the suspension of security clearances for individuals at Paul Weiss and calls for a review of government contracts and services linked to the firm. It also requires federal agencies to cease providing goods and services to Paul Weiss and to assess and potentially terminate contracts involving the firm. The action aims to prevent taxpayer funds from supporting activities that are not aligned with national security and American values, particularly those involving racial discrimination and other practices inconsistent with U.S. interests.
Mar 12, 2025
FREstablishing the White House Task Force on the FIFA World Cup 2026
President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14234 to establish the White House Task Force on the FIFA World Cup 2026. This task force is designed to coordinate federal efforts in preparation for the United States hosting the FIFA World Cup in 2026, coinciding with the 250th anniversary of the nation. The task force, chaired by the President and vice-chaired by the Vice President, includes key members from various federal departments and agencies. It will facilitate planning and execution of World Cup-related events, with administrative support from the Department of Homeland Security. The task force is set to terminate on December 31, 2026, unless extended.
Mar 12, 2025
FRRestoring Public Service Loan Forgiveness
On March 7, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14235 to revise the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. This order directs the Secretary of Education to propose changes to the program that exclude organizations engaged in activities deemed to have a substantial illegal purpose from qualifying as "public service." These activities include violating federal immigration laws, supporting terrorism, child abuse, illegal discrimination, and certain state law violations. The purpose of the order is to ensure that taxpayer funds are not used to support organizations involved in activities that threaten national security or public order.
Mar 12, 2025
FRContinuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Iran
On March 7, 2025, President Donald Trump issued a notice to continue the national emergency with respect to Iran for an additional year. This emergency, originally declared on March 15, 1995, addresses the ongoing threats posed by Iran's actions and policies, including missile proliferation, regional aggression, support for terrorist groups, and activities of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. The continuation is based on the assessment that these threats still constitute an unusual and extraordinary danger to the national security, foreign policy, and economy of the United States. This action ensures that the measures and sanctions associated with the national emergency remain in effect.
Mar 12, 2025
FRU.S. Hostage and Wrongful Detainee Day, 2025
President Donald J. Trump has proclaimed March 9, 2025, as U.S. Hostage and Wrongful Detainee Day. This proclamation is intended to honor and support Americans held captive or wrongfully detained abroad, emphasizing the commitment to their safe return and justice for their captors. The day is established by Public Law 118-31, encouraging Americans to observe it with relevant programs and activities. The proclamation highlights the administration's efforts, including the successful release of several Americans from captivity, and underscores the ongoing commitment to bringing all unjustly detained citizens back home.
Mar 11, 2025
Ensuring the Enforcement of Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 65(c)
President Donald Trump issued a memorandum directing executive departments and agencies to enforce Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 65(c) more rigorously. This rule requires parties seeking preliminary injunctions or temporary restraining orders against the federal government to provide security to cover potential costs and damages if the injunction is later found to be wrongly issued. The memorandum aims to deter frivolous lawsuits that burden taxpayers and the Department of Justice by ensuring that plaintiffs are held financially accountable for improperly granted injunctions. Agencies are instructed to request courts to enforce this rule, ensuring that the security amount reflects the potential harm to the government. This directive seeks to protect public resources and streamline judicial processes.