On February 6, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14202, establishing a task force within the Department of Justice to address and eradicate anti-Christian bias. This order aims to protect religious freedoms and rectify perceived injustices against Christians by reviewing and recommending changes to federal policies deemed discriminatory. The task force's creation could spark legal and political debates about the separation of church and state and the prioritization of specific religious protections, potentially impacting how religious liberties are enforced across the United States.

In a move to streamline and centralize U.S. foreign policy, the President has issued an order emphasizing that all foreign relations activities must align with presidential directives, with the Secretary of State ensuring compliance. This order underlines that failure to adhere to these guidelines could lead to disciplinary actions, including dismissal, and mandates reforms in the Foreign Service to support the President's agenda. While this aims to create a unified foreign policy voice, it may raise legal and political debates about executive overreach and the balance of power within the government.

In response to South Africa's Expropriation Act, which permits the seizure of Afrikaners' agricultural property without compensation, the U.S. President has issued an executive order halting all U.S. aid to South Africa and promoting the resettlement of Afrikaner refugees facing racial discrimination. This move aims to address human rights violations and counter South Africa's actions that undermine U.S. foreign policy, potentially affecting diplomatic relations and international aid dynamics. The order underscores U.S. commitment to human rights and could have significant legal and political implications, particularly in terms of international relations and refugee policy.

President Donald Trump issued an Executive Order amending duties related to the synthetic opioid supply chain from China. The amendment adjusts the duty-free treatment for certain articles, contingent on the Secretary of Commerce's confirmation of adequate systems for processing and collecting tariffs. This action could impact trade dynamics with China and aims to strengthen the U.S.'s response to the opioid crisis, but it may also lead to legal and political debates over trade policies and international relations.

The presidential order establishes the "Department of Government Efficiency" initiative to streamline the federal workforce by reducing its size through efficiency improvements and attrition, with a hiring ratio of one new hire for every four departures, excluding public safety, immigration enforcement, and law enforcement roles. Agency heads are tasked with creating data-driven hiring plans and preparing for potential reductions in force, prioritizing non-essential functions and initiatives not mandated by law. The initiative aims to enhance accountability and productivity within the federal government while allowing for exemptions in cases of national security or public safety needs.

President Donald J. Trump announced the appointment of a group of individuals to the President’s Intelligence Advisory Board (PIAB), tasked with advising him on national security challenges and ensuring the Intelligence Community aligns with the "America First" agenda. The board, chaired by Devin Gerald Nunes, includes members with diverse experience, aiming to enhance the integrity of intelligence operations. This move is intended to strengthen the administration's oversight and strategic direction of U.S. intelligence efforts.

On February 5, 2025, President Donald Trump signed Executive Order 14201, which aims to prevent men from competing in women's sports, citing fairness, safety, and compliance with Title IX, which mandates equal athletic opportunities for women. The order directs federal agencies to rescind funding from educational programs that allow male participation in women's sports and calls for international advocacy to uphold sex-based categories in sports. This action could face legal challenges over its interpretation of Title IX and its implications for transgender athletes, potentially intensifying political debates on gender and sports.

In response to ongoing concerns about national security and domestic industry impact, President Trump has decided to increase tariffs on aluminum imports from 10% to 25% and terminate existing agreements with countries such as Argentina, Australia, Canada, Mexico, the EU, and the UK, effective March 12, 2025. This decision follows findings that previous tariffs and exemptions allowed for continued high levels of aluminum imports, undermining U.S. smelter capacity and the domestic aluminum industry. The proclamation also ends the product exclusion process to prevent undermining the tariff's objectives, aiming to bolster domestic production and address global overcapacity issues.

In a recent executive order, President Donald Trump announced a pause on imposing a 25% tariff on Mexican products, initially set to start on February 4, 2025, now delayed until March 4, 2025. This decision comes in response to Mexico's efforts to address illegal migration and drug trafficking, which the U.S. views as significant threats to its national security. The move holds potential economic and diplomatic implications, as further assessments will determine if the tariffs will be enacted, depending on Mexico's continued cooperation in mitigating these issues.

President Donald Trump has issued an executive order pausing enforcement of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) for 180 days to review and potentially revise its guidelines, arguing that current enforcement hampers U.S. foreign policy and economic competitiveness. During this period, the Attorney General is instructed to halt new FCPA investigations unless exceptions are deemed necessary and to reassess ongoing cases to align with the administration's priorities. This move could spark legal and political debate, as it temporarily eases restrictions on U.S. companies' business practices abroad, potentially affecting international anti-corruption efforts.

On February 3, 2025, President Donald Trump signed Executive Order 14197, addressing security concerns at the U.S.-Canada border by pausing the imposition of increased tariffs on Canadian goods until March 4, 2025. This decision follows Canada's initial steps to combat illegal migration and drug trafficking, which President Trump considers a threat to U.S. national security and economy. The pause allows for further assessment, with potential legal and political implications if the situation does not improve, as the tariffs could significantly affect U.S.-Canada trade relations.

In a move to bolster U.S. national security, President Trump has reinstated a 25% tariff on steel imports from countries previously exempted under alternative agreements, such as Canada, Mexico, and the EU, effective March 2025. This action aims to address the increasing steel imports that threaten domestic industry performance and national security, as well as to counteract global excess capacity, particularly from China. The termination of these exemptions and the reintroduction of tariffs could strain international trade relations and impact U.S. consumers and industries relying on imported steel, while potentially strengthening the domestic steel sector and its capacity utilization.

In a significant move, President Donald Trump issued an executive order on February 4, 2025, withdrawing the United States from certain United Nations organizations, including the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) and the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA), while also halting their funding. The order criticizes these organizations for actions perceived as counter to U.S. interests and mandates a review of all international organizations and treaties to assess their alignment with American priorities. This decision could strain diplomatic relations and impact international cooperation, while also potentially facing legal and political challenges domestically and abroad.

On February 3, 2025, President Donald Trump issued an executive order to create a United States Sovereign Wealth Fund aimed at enhancing the country's financial health and global leadership. The plan, to be developed by the Treasury and Commerce Departments, will explore funding methods, investment strategies, and governance models to ensure fiscal sustainability and reduce tax burdens on American families and businesses. This initiative could have significant legal and political implications, potentially requiring new legislation to establish and manage the fund effectively.

President Trump has issued an executive order imposing a 10% tariff on all products from China as a response to the ongoing synthetic opioid crisis, which he links to Chinese chemical companies and transnational criminal organizations. This action, grounded in national emergency and economic powers legislation, aims to pressure China into taking stronger measures against the export of opioid precursors and money laundering activities. The order could have significant economic and diplomatic repercussions, potentially escalating trade tensions between the U.S. and China, while also affecting American consumers and businesses through increased costs on Chinese imports.