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Additional Measures to Address the Crime Emergency in the District of Columbia
President Donald Trump issued an order to address the crime emergency in the District of Columbia, following a previous declaration of a crime emergency. This action mandates the hiring of additional U.S. Park Police and prosecutors, and the establishment of a specialized unit within the D.C. National Guard to ensure public safety. It also calls for the creation of an online portal for recruiting law enforcement personnel and directs the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to investigate compliance with safety requirements. Additionally, the Secretary of Transportation is instructed to conduct inspections of transit services, and the Attorney General is tasked with reviewing and recommending updates to the Metropolitan Police Department's General Orders.
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Aug 19, 2025
FREnabling Competition in the Commercial Space Industry
Aug 15, 2025
FRContinuation of U.S. Drug Interdiction Assistance to the Government of Colombia
Aug 12, 2025
FRNational Purple Heart Day, 2025
President Donald J. Trump issued a proclamation declaring August 7, 2025, as National Purple Heart Day. This proclamation honors American military personnel who have been wounded or killed in action, recognizing their sacrifices with the distinguished Purple Heart medal. The proclamation emphasizes the administration's commitment to a foreign policy of peace through strength and maintaining a powerful military. It also acknowledges the support of families of Purple Heart recipients and their vital role in recovery and remembrance.
Aug 11, 2025
Restoring Law and Order in the District of Columbia
President Donald Trump issued a memorandum directing the Secretary of Defense to mobilize the District of Columbia National Guard to address rising crime in Washington, D.C. The action calls for the deployment of National Guard members to restore law and order in the capital, citing recent violent incidents as evidence of the local government's loss of control over public safety. The memorandum authorizes the Secretary of Defense to determine the necessary number of troops and to coordinate with state governors for additional support if needed. This measure will remain in effect until the President decides that law and order have been sufficiently restored.
Aug 11, 2025
FRAddressing Threats to the United States by the Government of the Russian Federation
On August 6, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14329, which imposes an additional 25% tariff on imports from India. This action is in response to India directly or indirectly importing oil from the Russian Federation, a move seen as undermining U.S. national security and foreign policy interests. The order builds on previous measures addressing the national emergency related to Russia's actions against Ukraine. It authorizes U.S. officials to monitor and potentially extend similar tariffs to other countries involved in importing Russian oil. The order also outlines the authority for modifying these measures as circumstances change.
Aug 08, 2025
FRContinuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Advancement by Countries of Concern in Sensitive Technologies and Products Critical for the Military, Intelligence, Surveillance, or Cyber-Enabled Capabilities of Such Countries
On August 6, 2025, President Donald Trump issued a notice to continue the national emergency originally declared in Executive Order 14105 on August 9, 2023. This emergency addresses the threat posed by certain countries advancing in sensitive technologies and products that are critical to military, intelligence, surveillance, or cyber capabilities. The continuation is necessary due to ongoing activities by these countries that could threaten U.S. national security, particularly through exploiting U.S. investments. The emergency will remain in effect for an additional year beyond August 9, 2025, to mitigate these risks.
Aug 06, 2025
Addressing Threats to The United States by the Government of the Russian Federation
President Donald Trump issued an order to address ongoing threats to U.S. national security and foreign policy posed by the Russian Federation's actions in Ukraine. This order imposes an additional 25% tariff on imports from India, which is found to be directly or indirectly importing Russian oil. The measure builds on previous executive orders aimed at countering Russia's activities and is intended to strengthen the U.S. response to the national emergency declared in relation to these threats. The order allows for modifications based on new information or retaliatory actions and delegates authority to various departments to implement and enforce the tariffs.
Aug 06, 2025
FRFurther Modifying the Reciprocal Tariff Rates
On July 31, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14326, further modifying reciprocal tariff rates to address the ongoing national emergency related to large U.S. trade deficits. This order adjusts the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States, imposing additional duties on goods from certain trading partners that do not offer reciprocal trade terms. The action aims to rectify trade imbalances and protect U.S. economic and national security by encouraging foreign partners to align more closely with U.S. trade and security policies. The order also includes provisions to penalize transshipment practices intended to evade these duties.
Aug 05, 2025
FRAdjusting Imports of Copper Into the United States
On July 30, 2025, President Donald J. Trump issued Proclamation 10962 to adjust imports of copper into the United States. This action imposes a 50% tariff on all imports of semi-finished copper products and intensive copper derivative products, effective August 1, 2025. The decision follows a report by the Secretary of Commerce, which found that the current levels of copper imports threaten U.S. national security by undermining domestic production capabilities. The proclamation aims to bolster domestic copper production, reduce reliance on foreign imports, and strengthen national security by ensuring a stable supply of this critical material for infrastructure and defense systems.
Aug 04, 2025
FRNotice on Declaring a National Emergency at the Southern Border of the United States
On July 15, 2025, President Donald Trump issued a notice declaring a national emergency at the southern border of the United States. This action extends the emergency powers initially declared in Proclamation 10886, citing an invasion by foreign criminal gangs and aliens as a threat to American sovereignty. The notice authorizes the Secretaries of the military departments and the Secretary of Homeland Security to utilize the Ready Reserve, including the United States Coast Guard, to support the federal response. This measure aims to protect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the United States by enhancing security at maritime borders and approaches. The notice is officially published in the Federal Register and communicated to Congress.
Jul 30, 2025
Adjusting Imports of Copper into the United States
President Donald Trump issued a proclamation imposing a 50% tariff on imports of semi-finished copper products and intensive copper derivative products, effective August 1, 2025. This action follows a report from the Secretary of Commerce, which found that current copper import levels threaten U.S. national security by undermining domestic production capabilities essential for defense and infrastructure. The proclamation aims to reduce reliance on foreign copper, bolster domestic production, and strengthen supply chains critical to national security. Additionally, the Secretary of Commerce is tasked with monitoring copper imports and may recommend further actions to ensure national security is not compromised. The proclamation also outlines procedures for identifying and imposing tariffs on certain copper derivatives to prevent circumvention of these measures.
Jul 29, 2025
FRContinuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Lebanon
On July 25, 2025, President Donald Trump issued a notice to continue the national emergency with respect to Lebanon for another year, originally declared on August 1, 2007, by Executive Order 13441. This continuation is based on ongoing concerns about activities that threaten Lebanon's sovereignty and contribute to regional instability, such as Iran's arms transfers to Hizballah. The emergency status is maintained to address these threats to the national security and foreign policy of the United States. This action ensures the continuation of measures to counteract these destabilizing activities. The notice will be published in the Federal Register and sent to Congress.
Jul 23, 2025
FRRegulatory Relief for Certain Stationary Sources To Promote American Chemical Manufacturing Security
President Donald Trump issued a proclamation granting a two-year exemption from certain compliance requirements under the HON Rule for specific stationary sources in the chemical manufacturing industry. The HON Rule, established by the Environmental Protection Agency, introduced new emissions-control standards that many facilities found challenging due to unavailable or impractical technology. This exemption aims to maintain the strength of the domestic chemical manufacturing sector, which is crucial for national security, economic resilience, and supply chain stability. The decision is based on the determination that the necessary technology for compliance is not commercially viable and that the exemption serves the national security interests of the United States.
Jul 23, 2025
FRRegulatory Relief for Certain Stationary Sources To Promote American Iron Ore Processing Security
President Donald J. Trump issued Proclamation 10958 to provide regulatory relief for taconite iron ore processing facilities. This action exempts certain facilities from compliance with the Environmental Protection Agency's Taconite Rule for two years beyond the original deadlines. The proclamation argues that the required emissions-control technologies are not commercially viable and that enforcing the rule could disrupt domestic steel production, which is crucial for national defense and industrial supply chains. The exemption aims to maintain the United States' industrial capacity and national security.
Jul 23, 2025
FRRegulatory Relief for Certain Stationary Sources To Promote American Security With Respect to Sterile Medical Equipment
President Donald Trump issued a proclamation granting a two-year exemption from compliance with the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) new ethylene oxide emissions standards for certain commercial sterilization facilities. These facilities are critical for sterilizing medical equipment using ethylene oxide, a process essential for preventing infections in medical settings. The EPA's rule, established under the Clean Air Act, imposes emissions-control requirements that currently lack commercially viable technology, potentially disrupting the supply of sterile medical devices. By extending the compliance deadlines, the proclamation aims to ensure the continued availability of sterilized medical equipment, which is deemed vital for national security.
Jul 23, 2025
FRContinuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Mali
On July 21, 2025, President Donald Trump issued a notice to continue the national emergency with respect to Mali for an additional year. This continuation is based on the ongoing threats to U.S. national security and foreign policy due to instability in Mali, which includes violations of ceasefire agreements, coups, terrorist activities, and human rights abuses. The national emergency was originally declared in Executive Order 13882 on July 26, 2019, due to these persistent issues. The notice was published in the Federal Register and sent to Congress as required by law.
Jul 23, 2025
FRContinuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Significant Transnational Criminal Organizations
On July 21, 2025, President Donald Trump issued a notice to continue the national emergency regarding significant transnational criminal organizations for an additional year. This action extends the emergency first declared in Executive Order 13581 on July 24, 2011, and reinforced by Executive Order 13863 on March 15, 2019. The continuation is deemed necessary due to the ongoing threat these organizations pose to U.S. national security, foreign policy, and the economy, as they engage in sophisticated criminal activities that endanger public safety and international systems. The notice will be published in the Federal Register and sent to Congress.