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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.
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Feb 14, 2025
FREliminating the Federal Executive Institute
Feb 03, 2025
FRCelebrating America's 250th Birthday
Jan 31, 2025
FRCouncil To Assess the Federal Emergency Management Agency
Jan 31, 2025
FRKeeping Americans Safe in Aviation
On January 21, 2025, President Donald Trump issued a memorandum directing the Secretary of Transportation and the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to prioritize merit-based hiring practices. The memorandum criticizes previous diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, claiming they compromised safety by prioritizing factors such as race, sex, and disability over qualifications and competency. The order mandates the immediate cessation of DEI hiring practices and emphasizes hiring based on individual capability and achievement. Additionally, it calls for a review of all personnel in critical safety roles to ensure they meet high standards of performance and competence.
Jan 30, 2025
Immediate Assessment of Aviation Safety
President Donald Trump issued a memorandum directing the Secretary of Transportation and the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to conduct an immediate review of hiring practices and safety protocols at the FAA. This action was prompted by a tragic collision between a commercial aircraft and a military helicopter near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. The memorandum criticizes past administrations for allegedly compromising safety by prioritizing diversity and inclusion over merit-based hiring. It mandates a return to merit-based recruitment and calls for corrective measures to ensure uncompromised aviation safety. The goal is to restore confidence in aviation safety standards and ensure the highest levels of competence within the FAA.
Jan 30, 2025
FRMemorandum To Resolve the Backlog of Security Clearances for Executive Office of the President Personnel
On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump issued a memorandum to address the backlog of security clearances for personnel in the Executive Office of the President. The memorandum orders the White House Counsel to provide a list of individuals who will receive interim Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearances for up to six months. These interim clearances will allow the personnel to access necessary facilities and technology to perform their duties. The White House Counsel is authorized to update the list and revoke clearances as needed. This action aims to ensure that qualified personnel can fulfill their roles without delay.
Jan 30, 2025
FRPromoting Beautiful Federal Civic Architecture
On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump issued a memorandum directing the General Services Administration (GSA) to make recommendations within 60 days on how to ensure that federal buildings reflect traditional and classical architectural styles. This directive aims to make federal buildings visually identifiable as civic structures, enhancing public spaces and honoring America's architectural heritage. The GSA, in collaboration with relevant officials, is tasked with considering updates to the Guiding Principles for Federal Architecture and incorporating community input in design decisions. If a proposed building design does not align with this policy, the GSA must notify the President before proceeding.
Jan 30, 2025
FRPutting People Over Fish: Stopping Radical Environ mentalism To Provide Water to Southern California
President Donald Trump issued a memorandum directing the Secretaries of Commerce and the Interior to restart efforts to reroute water from the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta to Central and Southern California. This action aims to provide a more reliable water supply to these regions, which have been affected by wildfires and water shortages. The memorandum criticizes previous environmental measures that prioritized the protection of fish species, such as the Delta smelt, over human water needs. The President has given a 90-day deadline for a progress report on implementing these policies.
Jan 29, 2025
Celebrating America’s 250th Birthday
President Donald Trump has issued an order to prepare for the 250th anniversary of American Independence on July 4, 2026. The order establishes the White House Task Force on Celebrating America’s 250th Birthday, chaired by the President and vice-chaired by the Vice President, to plan and execute a grand celebration. The task force includes various key government officials and will coordinate with agencies to organize the event and report their plans by March 1, 2025. Additionally, the order reinstates previous executive orders to build the National Garden of American Heroes and protect American monuments from vandalism. The task force is set to conclude its work by December 31, 2026, unless extended.
Jan 29, 2025
FRTemporary Withdrawal of All Areas on the Outer Continental Shelf From Offshore Wind Leasing and Review of the Federal Government's Leasing and Permitting Practices for Wind Projects
On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump issued a memorandum temporarily withdrawing all areas on the Outer Continental Shelf from offshore wind leasing. This action aims to address concerns about energy reliability, marine life, ocean currents, and the potential economic impact on energy costs and the fishing industry. The memorandum also halts new or renewed approvals for onshore and offshore wind projects pending a comprehensive review of federal leasing and permitting practices. The review will assess environmental impacts, economic costs, and potential legal deficiencies in current wind project approvals. This directive is part of a broader effort to ensure responsible public stewardship and energy policy.
Jan 29, 2025
FREstablishing and Implementing the President's "Department of Government Efficiency"
On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump issued an Executive Order establishing the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to enhance federal technology and software, aiming to boost governmental efficiency and productivity. The order renames the United States Digital Service to the United States DOGE Service (USDS) and sets up a temporary organization within the Executive Office of the President to advance the President's 18-month DOGE agenda. Each federal agency is directed to form a DOGE Team, which will work with the USDS to modernize technology and improve interoperability across government systems. The initiative emphasizes improving software quality, ensuring data integrity, and facilitating efficient data management, with the USDS granted access to necessary unclassified agency records and systems.
Jan 24, 2025
Council to Assess the Federal Emergency Management Agency
President Donald Trump issued an order to establish the Federal Emergency Management Agency Review Council to assess and improve FEMA's effectiveness and impartiality in disaster response. The Council, composed of up to 20 members including the Secretaries of Homeland Security and Defense, will evaluate FEMA's performance and recommend improvements. Concerns about FEMA's bureaucracy, political bias, and mission focus prompted this action. The Council is tasked with providing a comprehensive report on FEMA's capabilities and suggesting reforms to better serve the national interest. The Council will hold its first meeting within 90 days and submit its findings within 180 days.
Jan 24, 2025
FRHelping Left-Behind Communities Make a Comeback
On January 19, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14145, titled "Helping Left-Behind Communities Make a Comeback." This order directs a coordinated federal effort to support economically distressed and disaster-affected communities by enhancing accessibility to federal programs and resources. It mandates the Department of Commerce, along with other federal agencies, to improve community engagement, facilitate private investments, and provide technical assistance to these communities. The order also emphasizes promoting disaster resilience and long-term economic development by identifying funding opportunities and supporting grant application processes. This initiative aims to strengthen regional assets and reduce inequality through a whole-of-government approach.
Jan 24, 2025
FRPartial 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.
Jan 20, 2025
Memorandum to Resolve the Backlog of Security Clearances for Executive Office of the President Personnel
On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump issued a memorandum to address a backlog in security clearances for personnel in the Executive Office of the President. The memorandum directs the White House Counsel to provide a list of personnel who will be granted interim Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) security clearances for up to six months. This action aims to ensure that these individuals can access necessary facilities and technology to perform their duties effectively. The White House Counsel is authorized to update the list and revoke interim clearances as needed. This measure is intended to resolve delays attributed to the previous administration's processes.
Jan 20, 2025
Establishing And Implementing The President’s “Department Of Government Efficiency”
On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump issued an Executive Order to establish the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) with the aim of modernizing federal technology and software to boost governmental efficiency and productivity. This order renames the United States Digital Service as the United States DOGE Service (USDS) and sets up a temporary organization within it to advance an 18-month agenda. Each federal agency is required to form a DOGE Team, consisting of at least four members, to coordinate with USDS on implementing this agenda. The USDS Administrator is tasked with launching a Software Modernization Initiative to enhance government-wide IT systems and ensure data integrity and interoperability. The order mandates that agencies provide USDS with access to unclassified records and systems, while adhering to strict data protection standards.