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Liberating the Department of Homeland Security From the Democrat-Caused Shutdown
President Donald J. Trump issued this memorandum declaring the Department of Homeland Security funding lapse an emergency situation that compromises national security. He directs the Secretary of Homeland Security, working with the Office of Management and Budget, to use legally available funds tied to DHS functions to pay all DHS employees the compensation and benefits they would have received during the shutdown. The memo also instructs DHS, once normal funding is restored, to adjust its accounts as allowed by law so operations can continue in line with planned spending before the lapse. It was issued to end the pay disruption affecting DHS workers and to maintain the department’s readiness to carry out border security, emergency response, and other core missions.
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Apr 03, 2026
FRUrgent National Action to Save College Sports
Apr 02, 2026
FRAdjusting Imports of Pharmaceuticals and Pharmaceutical Ingredients into the United States
Mar 31, 2026
FREnsuring Citizenship Verification and Integrity in Federal Elections
Mar 27, 2026
Paying Our Great Transportation Security Administration Officers and Employees
President Donald J. Trump issued this memorandum directing the Secretary of Homeland Security, working with the Office of Management and Budget, to use legally available funds connected to TSA operations to pay Transportation Security Administration employees the compensation and benefits they would have received during the Department of Homeland Security shutdown. The order is aimed at TSA staff, including airport security officers, who were working without pay during the funding lapse. Trump states he is taking this step because he has determined that the situation is an emergency that is compromising national security, citing long airport wait times, employee departures, and rising absences. The memorandum also says that once regular TSA funding is restored, DHS should adjust its accounts as allowed by law to keep operations aligned with planned spending.
Mar 27, 2026
FRContinuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Significant Malicious Cyber-Enabled Activities
President Donald Trump issued this notice to continue for one more year the national emergency related to significant malicious cyber-enabled activities. The action keeps in place the emergency first declared in Executive Order 13694 and confirms that related steps taken in later executive orders remain part of the government’s response, except for Executive Order 14110, which was previously revoked. It says these cyber activities still pose an unusual and extraordinary threat to U.S. national security, foreign policy, and the economy. The notice also directs that the continuation be published in the Federal Register and sent to Congress, as required by law.
Mar 27, 2026
FRContinuation of the National Emergency With Respect to South Sudan
President Donald Trump issued this notice to continue for one more year the national emergency related to South Sudan that was originally declared in 2014 under Executive Order 13664. The action keeps in place the emergency authorities tied to that declaration under the National Emergencies Act and the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. It was issued because the situation in and around South Sudan is still described as an unusual and extraordinary threat to U.S. national security and foreign policy, including violence, human rights abuses, the use of child soldiers, attacks on peacekeepers, and obstruction of humanitarian aid. The notice also directs that the continuation be published in the Federal Register and sent to Congress.
Mar 27, 2026
FRContinuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Specified Harmful Foreign Activities of the Government of the Russian Federation
President Donald Trump issued this notice to continue for one more year the national emergency first declared in Executive Order 14024 regarding harmful activities by the Government of the Russian Federation. The action keeps in place the emergency authorities tied to that order, as expanded by later executive orders, because the administration says those activities still pose an unusual and extraordinary threat to U.S. national security, foreign policy, and the economy. The notice cites Russian actions such as election interference, malicious cyber activity, corruption used to influence governments, targeting dissidents and journalists, undermining security in key regions, and violating territorial integrity. It was issued under the National Emergencies Act and directs that the continuation be published in the Federal Register and sent to Congress.
Mar 27, 2026
FRContinuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Trade Practices That Contribute to Large and Persistent Annual United States Goods Trade Deficits
President Donald Trump issued this notice to extend for one more year the national emergency he originally declared on April 2, 2025, regarding trade practices tied to large and persistent U.S. goods trade deficits. The action says those conditions still pose what the administration describes as an unusual and extraordinary threat to U.S. national security and the economy, with causes coming in whole or substantial part from outside the country. It formally continues the emergency under the National Emergencies Act beyond April 2, 2026, and keeps in place the legal basis for actions previously taken under that emergency. The notice also directs that it be published in the Federal Register and sent to Congress.
Mar 26, 2026
FRAddressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors
President Donald J. Trump’s order directs federal agencies to require contractors and subcontractors to agree not to engage in what the order defines as “racially discriminatory DEI activities,” including race-based differences in hiring, promotions, contracting, training, and other workplace programs. It requires these contract clauses to give agencies access to records for compliance checks and warns that violations can lead to contract cancellation, suspension, debarment, and possible False Claims Act action. The order also tells the Office of Management and Budget and the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council to issue guidance and update federal contracting rules to put these requirements into effect. Trump says the order was issued to promote economy and efficiency in federal contracting by preventing what the administration describes as race-based discrimination and the added costs tied to those practices.
Mar 25, 2026
FRPreserving America's Game
President Donald Trump’s executive order declares that the Army-Navy Game should have an exclusive national broadcast window, free from conflicts with the College Football Playoff or other postseason college football games. It directs the Secretary of Commerce and the Chairman of the FCC to work with the CFP, the NCAA, broadcasters, and other relevant groups to try to reserve that window so no other college football game airs at the same time. The order also tells the FCC Chairman to consider whether broadcasters’ public-interest obligations support treating the Army-Navy Game as a national service event. Trump says the order was issued to preserve the traditional spotlight on the Army-Navy Game and prevent other college football scheduling from distracting from what the order calls a morale-building event for the Military Service Academies.
Mar 24, 2026
FRNational Agriculture Day, 2026
President Donald J. Trump issued this proclamation to designate March 24, 2026, as National Agriculture Day. The action formally calls on Americans to recognize the importance of agriculture in daily life and to express appreciation for farmers, ranchers, growers, producers, foresters, and other agricultural workers across the country. In the proclamation, Trump says the day is meant to honor the people who help feed the nation, support rural America, and sustain the country’s economy and resources. It was issued to spotlight the agricultural community’s role in American life and to reaffirm the administration’s stated support for U.S. farmers and ranchers.
Mar 24, 2026
FRGreek Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of Greek and American Democracy, 2026
President Donald J. Trump issued a proclamation declaring March 25, 2026, as “Greek Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of Greek and American Democracy.” The proclamation calls on Americans to observe the day with appropriate ceremonies and activities. It celebrates Greece’s fight for independence and presents Greece as the birthplace of self-government, drawing a direct connection between Greek democratic ideals and the values behind America’s own founding. The proclamation was issued to honor Greek independence, recognize the contributions of Greek Americans, and affirm the shared democratic principles that the United States and Greece are said to uphold.
Mar 24, 2026
FRFurther Continuance of the Federal Emergency Management Agency Review Council
President Donald J. Trump’s order extends the Federal Emergency Management Agency Review Council, which was created to assess FEMA, for a limited additional period. The council will now continue until 10 days after it submits its required report to the President, or until May 29, 2026, whichever comes first. The order also assigns the Secretary of Homeland Security to carry out the President’s functions for this council under the Federal Advisory Committee Act, following existing federal rules and procedures. It was issued to keep the council in place long enough to complete and deliver its review of FEMA.
Mar 19, 2026
FREstablishing the Task Force To Eliminate Fraud
President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14395 on March 16, 2026, to establish the Task Force to Eliminate Fraud. This task force, chaired by the Vice President, aims to combat fraud, waste, and abuse in federal benefit programs by improving eligibility verification and enforcing stricter controls. It involves coordination among various federal departments and agencies to develop strategies for fraud prevention and to disrupt fraudulent networks. The task force will also work to enhance data sharing between federal and state entities to ensure benefits are properly allocated to eligible recipients. The order emphasizes protecting taxpayer dollars and maintaining the integrity of federal assistance programs.
Mar 18, 2026
FRAdjusting Certain Delegations Under the Defense Production Act
President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14391 to adjust certain delegations under the Defense Production Act. The order amends a previous executive order by allowing both the Secretary of Commerce and the Secretary of Energy to exercise delegated authority independently. Additionally, it clarifies that agency heads only need to recommend actions to the President when the authority is solely vested in him and not delegated. This order aims to streamline processes and clarify responsibilities among federal agencies involved in national defense resource preparedness.
Mar 18, 2026
FREnsuring Truthful Advertising of Products Claiming To Be Made in America
On March 13, 2026, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14392, aimed at ensuring truthful advertising of products claiming to be "Made in America." This order directs the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to prioritize enforcement against misleading claims about American-origin products, particularly in digital marketplaces. It also encourages the FTC to consider regulations that would require online marketplaces to verify country-of-origin claims. Additionally, the order prompts government agencies to review and verify American-origin claims in government contracts and to take action against vendors who misrepresent these claims. The goal is to protect consumers and support businesses genuinely manufacturing products in the United States.
Mar 18, 2026
FRPromoting Access to Mortgage Credit
On March 13, 2026, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14393, titled "Promoting Access to Mortgage Credit." This order aims to enhance the availability and affordability of mortgage credit by reducing regulatory burdens, particularly for community and smaller banks. It directs several federal agencies to consider revising existing regulations and supervisory guidance to streamline mortgage lending processes, modernize appraisal standards, and promote digital mortgage practices. The order also seeks to encourage competition among lenders and improve housing finance liquidity, ultimately facilitating better access to homeownership for creditworthy borrowers, including those in rural and low- to moderate-income households.
Mar 18, 2026
FRRemoving Regulatory Barriers to Affordable Home Construction
President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14394 on March 13, 2026, aimed at removing regulatory barriers to affordable home construction. The order directs various federal agencies to review and revise regulations related to stormwater, wetlands, and construction permits to reduce costs and streamline processes. It also calls for the elimination of burdensome rules that hinder residential development and housing affordability, particularly for single-family homes. Additionally, the order seeks to promote best practices for state and local governments to enhance housing construction and affordability, and to align federal incentives with Opportunity Zone tax incentives to boost investment in housing. The overall goal is to make housing more affordable for Americans by reducing unnecessary regulatory constraints.