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Partial Revocation of Executive Order 13961
On January 19, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14146, which partially revokes Executive Order 13961, originally focused on the governance and integration of federal mission resilience. This new order specifically revokes sections 1, 3, 4, 5, and 7 of the previous order, while renumbering and amending the remaining sections. The amendments include changes to references and committee structures, such as replacing the "Executive Committee" with the "Restricted Principals Committee" as described in a new National Security Memorandum. This action is designed to update and streamline federal mission resilience governance in accordance with current national security policies.
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Jan 24, 2025
The First 100 Hours: Historic Action to Kick off America’s Golden Age
Jan 23, 2025
Declassification of Records Concerning the Assassinations of President John F. Kennedy
Jan 22, 2025
Executive Grant of Clemency for Terence Sutton
Jan 22, 2025
Nominations Transmitted to the Senate
On January 22, 2025, President Donald Trump transmitted a series of nominations to the Senate for confirmation. These nominations include key positions across various federal departments and agencies. Notable nominees are Michael Boren for Under Secretary of Agriculture for Natural Resources and Environment, Steven Bradbury for Deputy Secretary of Transportation, and William Briggs for Deputy Administrator of the Small Business Administration. Each nominee is set to replace a predecessor who has resigned. These nominations are part of the administration's efforts to fill critical roles within the government.
Jan 22, 2025
Executive Grant of Clemency for Andrew Zabavsky
President Donald J. Trump has issued a full and unconditional pardon to Andrew Zabavsky. Zabavsky was previously convicted in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia for violations of sections 371 and 1512 of title 18 of the United States Code, resulting in a 48-month prison sentence, three years of supervised release, and a $200 special assessment. This executive action, issued under the President's constitutional powers, effectively nullifies Zabavsky's convictions and sentences. The President has authorized the Pardon Attorney to formalize this clemency as his representative.
Jan 22, 2025
FRMartin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday, 2025
President Joseph R. Biden Jr. issued a proclamation declaring January 20, 2025, as the Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday. The proclamation honors Dr. King's legacy as a leader in the civil rights movement and his vision for equality and justice. It encourages Americans to participate in civic, community, and service projects to commemorate Dr. King's contributions and to further his dream of a more just and equal society. The proclamation also suggests visiting MLKDay.gov to find service opportunities nationwide.
Jan 20, 2025
Flying The Flag Of The United States At Full-Staff On Inauguration Day
President Donald Trump issued a proclamation ordering that the flag of the United States be flown at full-staff on Inauguration Day to honor the significance of the event and the values it represents. This directive applies to the White House, all public buildings and grounds, military posts, naval stations, and U.S. facilities abroad. The order is effective immediately and lasts for the duration of Inauguration Day. After the day concludes, the flag will be returned to half-staff in accordance with a previous proclamation honoring the late former President Jimmy Carter.
Jan 20, 2025
President Trump Designates Chairmen and Acting Chairmen
On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump issued a designation concerning leadership roles within the government. This action involves appointing individuals to serve as chairmen and acting chairmen of various committees or agencies. The purpose of this designation is to ensure that these entities have clear leadership to guide their operations effectively. This step is part of the administrative duties of the presidency to maintain organized and efficient governance.
Jan 20, 2025
President Trump Announces Cabinet and Cabinet Level Appointments
President Donald Trump has announced a series of nominations for key Cabinet and Cabinet-level positions. These nominations include Scott Bessent for Secretary of the Treasury, Pamela Bondi for Attorney General, and Marco Rubio for Secretary of State, among others. Each nominee is designated to lead a specific department or agency, such as Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. for Secretary of Health and Human Services and Peter Hegseth for Secretary of Defense. This action is part of the president's effort to establish his administration's leadership team, requiring Senate confirmation for these appointments. The nominations aim to fill top roles with individuals tasked with overseeing various aspects of government operations and policy implementation.
Jan 20, 2025
Organization of the National Security Council and Subcommittees
On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump issued National Security Presidential Memorandum NSPM-1, reorganizing the National Security Council (NSC) and its subcommittees. This memorandum establishes the NSC as the primary body for coordinating national and homeland security policy, integrating efforts across various government departments and agencies. The President will chair the NSC, with the National Security Advisor responsible for setting agendas and ensuring effective communication of decisions. The memorandum also outlines the roles of the Principals Committee, Deputies Committee, and Policy Coordination Committees, aiming to create a more adaptive and comprehensive decision-making structure to address complex security challenges. This directive supersedes previous guidance on the NSC's organization, emphasizing a coordinated approach to national security.
Jan 20, 2025
Putting People Over Fish: Stopping Radical Environmentalism to Provide Water to Southern California
On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump issued a memorandum directing the Secretary of Commerce and the Secretary of the Interior to resume efforts to redirect water from the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta to Southern California. This action aims to address the region's need for a reliable water supply, which has been highlighted by recent destructive wildfires. The memorandum criticizes previous environmental protections for fish species, such as the Delta smelt, which were cited in lawsuits that halted these water infrastructure improvements during Trump's first term. The secretaries are required to report back within 90 days on the progress and provide recommendations for further implementation.
Jan 20, 2025
Initial Rescissions Of Harmful Executive Orders And Actions
On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump issued an executive order titled "Initial Rescissions Of Harmful Executive Orders And Actions." This order revokes several executive actions from the previous administration, which are described as promoting unpopular and radical practices, including diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, open border policies, and climate regulations. The order directs federal agencies to cease implementing these policies and mandates a review by the Domestic Policy Council and the National Economic Council to identify additional actions for rescission. Furthermore, the National Security Advisor is tasked with reviewing national security memoranda from the previous administration for potential harm to national security and recommending any necessary rescissions.
Jan 20, 2025
President Trump Announces Acting Cabinet and Cabinet-Level Positions
On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump announced the appointment of individuals to serve in acting capacities for various Cabinet and Cabinet-level positions. This directive is issued under the authority of the U.S. Constitution and relevant federal laws, specifically 5 U.S.C. 3345 et seq., which governs temporary appointments. These acting officials will perform the duties of their respective positions until permanent appointments are made. This action ensures that essential government functions continue without interruption during the transition period.
Jan 20, 2025
President Trump Announces Sub-Cabinet Appointments
President Donald Trump has announced a series of sub-cabinet appointments, nominating individuals to fill key roles across various federal departments and agencies. These nominations include Keith Bass as Assistant Secretary of Defense, Jayanta Bhattacharya as Director of the National Institutes of Health, and Frank Bisignano as Commissioner of Social Security, among others. The appointments aim to fill vacancies left by previous officials who have resigned or whose terms have expired. This action is part of the administration's effort to ensure that critical positions within the government are staffed with qualified individuals to maintain effective operations.