02/19/2025 | Commencing the Reduction of the Federal Bureaucracy | Summary
Orders the elimination of non-statutory functions in specific federal entities (Presidio Trust; Inter-American Foundation; United States African Development Foundation; United States Institute of Peace) and reduces their statutory functions to the minimum required by law. Terminates the Presidential Management Fellows Program and Federal Executive Boards. Ends multiple Federal Advisory Committees across different departments including: USAID, CFPB, FDIC, HHS, and CMS. Directs agency heads to report compliance within 14 days and identify further "unnecessary" entities and Federal Advisory Boards within 30 days. Cuts funding for affected agencies unless required by law.
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02/19/2025 | Ensuring Lawful Governance and Implementing the President's 'Department of Government Efficiency' Deregulatory Initiative | Summary
Directs federal agencies to review and rescind unconstitutional, overly burdensome, or unnecessary regulations. Requires agencies to report identified regulations to OMB within 60 days. Prioritizes rescinding regulations impeding economic growth, innovation, and national interests. Establishes enforcement discretion to de-prioritize regulations exceeding statutory authority. Mandates adherence to existing regulatory review processes while aligning with the Administration's deregulatory goals.
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02/19/2025 | Ending Taxpayer Subsidization of Open Borders | Summary
Mandates agencies to identify and eliminate federally funded programs that provide benefits to undocumented immigrants. Requires agencies to align federally funded programs with Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (PRWORA) restrictions. Prohibits federal payments to states or localities that support sanctuary policies. Enhances eligibility verification systems to prevent unauthorized access to taxpayer-funded benefits. Orders DOJ and DHS to take action on improper receipt of federal benefits. Requires OMB and other relevant agencies to report additional funding sources within 30 days.
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02/18/2025 | Ensuring Accountability for All Agencies | Summary
This executive order establishes stronger presidential oversight over all executive agencies, including independent regulatory agencies. It mandates that all significant regulatory actions be submitted for review to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA). The order amends Executive Order 12866 to expand its application and requires independent agencies to align with the President's policies and priorities. The OMB will establish performance standards and oversee regulatory actions. Independent agencies must also appoint a White House Liaison and submit strategic plans for OMB approval.
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02/18/2025 | Expanding Access to In Vitro Fertilization | Summary
Recognizes the high costs of in vitro fertilization (IVF) and seeks to make treatments more accessible and affordable. The order directs the Assistant to the President for Domestic Policy to submit policy recommendations within 90 days on ways to lower costs and increase accessibility. It highlights the administration's commitment to supporting family formation. Implementation must comply with existing laws and budgetary constraints.
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02/18/2025 | Radical Transparency About Wasteful Spending | Summary
Directs executive departments and agencies to maximize transparency regarding federal spending by publicly disclosing details of all terminated programs, canceled contracts, and discontinued grants. Agencies are instructed to take all appropriate actions to provide full disclosure while complying with applicable laws, regulations, and contractual obligations. The memorandum emphasizes the need for government accountability and aims to inform the public about wasteful spending.
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02/15/2025 | Keeping Education Accessible and Ending COVID-19 Vaccine Mandates in Schools | Summary
Prohibits federal funding for schools that mandate COVID-19 vaccines. Directs the Secretary of Education to issue guidelines on parental authority and legal rights. Mandates a plan to end coercive vaccine mandates within 90 days. Identifies non-compliant schools receiving federal funds. Establishes process to rescind funds from non-compliant institutions. Reaffirms commitment to personal freedom and parental choice.
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02/14/2025 | Establishing the National Energy Dominance Council | Summary
Creates the National Energy Dominance Council to enhance domestic energy production. The Council, to be chaired by the Secretary of Interior, advises the President and establishes policy for energy dominance by reducing foreign reliance and enhancing economic growth. Members include multiple cabinet secretaries and advisors. Advises the President on streamlining energy-related processes. Develops a National Energy Dominance Strategy. Places the Secretary of the Interior as a standing member of the National Security Council. Specifically mentions policy obectives such as increasing electricity capacity; rapidly facilitating approvals for energy infrastructure; approving the construction of natural gas pipelines to, or in, New England, California, Alaska, and other areas of the country underserved by American natural gas; facilitating the reopening of closed power plants; and bringing Small Modular Nuclear Reactors online; Requires an action plan within 100 days.
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- Executive Branch
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02/13/2025 | Reciprocal Trade and Tariffs | Summary
Directs federal agencies to address non-reciprocal trade arrangements which the memo states is treating the US "unfairly," contributes to "persistent annual trade deficit in goods," and is harming the U.S. economy and national security. It establishes the "Fair and Reciprocal Plan" to counter foreign trade practices disadvantaging American businesses. The plan will evaluate tariff imbalances, tax policies, and regulatory barriers imposed by trading partners. The U.S. Trade Representative and Commerce Secretary will investigate unfair trade practices and propose remedies. OMB will assess fiscal impacts within 180 days, followed by agency action recommendations.
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02/13/2025 | Establishing the President’s Make America Healthy Again Commission | Summary
Establishes a commission to address chronic disease rates in the U.S. It will study health trends, recommend policy changes, and ensure transparency in research. The commission will focus on childhood chronic diseases, public health initiatives, and reforming healthcare strategies. It will submit an initial assessment within 100 days and a long-term strategy within 180 days. Federal agencies will be required to align their health research and policies with the commission's goals.
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02/12/2025 | One Voice for America's Foreign Relations | Summary
Reinforces the President's authority in foreign policy and mandates strict adherence by all employees involved in its implementation. It establishes accountability measures, allowing disciplinary action against those who fail to execute the President's foreign policy directives. The Secretary of State is granted broad discretion to reform the Foreign Service and recruitment processes. Foreign Affairs manuals, procedures, and guidance documents will be revised or replaced to align with the administration's foreign policy priorities. Personnel actions regarding noncompliance will be determined at the discretion of the Secretary of State.
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02/11/2025 | Executive Order Implementing the President's 'Department of Government Efficiency' Workforce Optimization Initiative | Summary
Seeks to streamline the federal workforce by enforcing a 1:4 hiring ratio, reducing redundant positions, and eliminating certain offices. It mandates that agency heads create efficiency-focused hiring plans in consultation with "DOGE Team Leads". No agency shall fill any vacancies for career appointments that the DOGE Team Lead assesses should not be filled, unless teh Agency Head determines the position should be filled. The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is directed to revise suitability criteria for federal employees. Large-scale reductions in force (RIFs) will be prioritized for non-essential functions. Within 30 days, agency heads must submit reorganization reports to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). The U.S. Department of Government Efficiency (USDS) Administrator must report to the President on implementation within 240 days.
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02/10/2025 | Ending Procurement and Forced Use of Paper Straws | Summary
Eliminates the procurement and use of paper straws by federal agencies, reversing policies that disfavored plastic straws. It calls for the issuance of a national strategy within 45 days to promote this policy nationwide. The order also seeks to revise contract policies and limit state-imposed bans on plastic straws. It argues that paper straws are inefficient, costly, and potentially harmful due to chemical usage. Agencies must ensure compliance and eliminate policies disfavoring plastic straws. Implementation is subject to appropriations and existing legal constraints.
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02/10/2025 | Eliminating the Federal Executive Institute | Summary
Eliminates the Federal Executive Institute, a leadership training program for federal employees, arguing that it has contributed to an entrenched bureaucratic class without benefiting the American people. The OPM is directed to take all necessary steps to dissolve the institute. All prior executive documents establishing or mandating the existence of the institute are revoked. The move is framed as part of a broader effort to eliminate programs that do not serve taxpayers directly. Implementation will be subject to applicable laws and funding availability.
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02/10/2025 | Adjusting Imports of Steel into the United States | Summary
Reinstates a 25% tariff on steel imports from multiple countries after prior agreements failed to prevent surging import volumes and national security risks. It terminates exemptions and trade arrangements with Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Mexico, the EU, Japan, South Korea, the UK, and Ukraine. The proclamation also applies stricter enforcement to prevent transshipment and circumvention. A 'melt and pour' requirement is introduced for tracking steel origins. The Secretary of Commerce is authorized to implement additional derivative product restrictions.
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02/10/2025 | Adjusting Imports of Aluminum into the United States | Summary
Increases the tariff on aluminum imports from 10% to 25% due to continued high import volumes undermining domestic industry and national security. It revokes prior exemptions for countries including Argentina, Australia, Canada, Mexico, the EU, and the UK. The order also eliminates product exclusions and imposes stricter compliance measures. Additional measures will be introduced to address circumvention tactics such as transshipment through Mexico. Implementation will be monitored by the Secretary of Commerce with continued reviews.
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02/10/2025 | Pausing Foreign Corrupt Practices Act Enforcement to Further American Economic and National Security | Summary
This order halts enforcement of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) for 180 days, citing concerns that enforcement undermines U.S. business competitiveness abroad. During this period, the Attorney General will review FCPA enforcement policies and determine necessary revisions. No new FCPA investigations will be initiated unless specifically authorized. The Attorney General may extend the pause for another 180 days. Revised policies will be issued to align FCPA enforcement with national security and economic interests.
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02/09/2025 | Gulf of America Day, 2025 | Summary
Proclaims February 9, 2025, as Gulf of America Day, recognizing EO 14172 (“Restoring Names That Honor American Greatness”) requiring the Secretary of the Interior to take "appropriate actions" to rename of the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America.
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02/07/2025 | Protecting Second Amendment Rights | Summary
Directs the Attorney General to review all Presidential and agencies' actions since 2021 that may have infringed on Second Amendment rights (the right of Americans to keep and bear arms) and propose necessary corrective measures within 30 days.
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02/07/2025 | Addressing Egregious Actions of the Republic of South Africa | Summary
Suspends U.S. aid to South Africa in response to the recently enacted Expropriation Act 13 of 2024, a law addressing apartheid-era wrongs. The law enables the government of South Africa to seize Afrikaner property. The EO promotes the resettlement of affected Afrikaners "who are victims of unjust racial discrimination" as refugees in the U.S.
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02/07/2025 | Establishment of the White House Faith Office | Summary
Creates the White House Faith Office to assist faith-based entities in securing federal grants and strengthening American families. Revises previous executive orders to reflect this change and ensures religious liberty protections.
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02/07/2025 | Advancing U.S. Interests When Funding Nongovernmental Organizations | Summary
Directs federal agencies to review and restrict funding for NGOs that are deemed to act against U.S. national interests.
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02/06/2025 | Eradicating Anti-Christian Bias | Summary
Establishes a Task Force within the DOJ to investigate and eliminate alleged government bias against Christians. Directs agencies to identify and terminate policies deemed discriminatory against Christians. Mandates reporting on anti-Christian incidents and government responses. Requires federal departments to enforce protections for religious groups. Orders a review of past actions by the FBI and DOJ regarding Christian organizations.
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02/06/2025 | Imposing Sanctions on the International Criminal Court | Summary
Declares a national emergency regarding the ICC's actions against the U.S. and Israel. Imposes sanctions, including asset freezes and travel bans, on ICC officials involved in investigations against U.S. or allied personnel. Blocks financial and material support to ICC efforts deemed illegitimate. Directs the Treasury Secretary to recommend additional individuals for sanctions. Ensures U.S. agencies comply with these restrictions.
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02/05/2025 | Amendment to Duties Addressing the Synthetic Opioid Supply Chain in China | Summary
Amends the previous February 1, 2025, executive order (Imposing Duties to Address the Synthetic Opioid Supply Chain in the People’s Republic of China) that imposed 10 percent ad valorem tariffs on all Chinese imports and suspended de minimis treatment for any shipments worth $800 or less subject to the new duties. The original order said excluding Chinese packages from the program was necessary “for avoidance of doubt.” The EO essentially allows packages from China to once again qualify for duty-free entry under the deminimis program, but only until the Secretary of Commerce notifies the President "adequate systems are in place to fully and expediently process and collect tariff revenue."
No additional timelines are provided on when these systems are expected to be in place.
Note: This amendment was posted on Feb. 7, but later revised to be dated Feb. 5.
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02/04/2025 | Withdrawing the United States from and Ending Funding to Certain United Nations Organizations and Reviewing United States Support to All International Organizations | Summary
Directs the United States to withdraw from the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC), review its membership in UNESCO, and terminate funding to the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA). It mandates a review of all international organizations the U.S. funds to determine alignment with national interests. The Secretary of State is tasked with leading this review, which must be completed within 180 days. The order also withholds U.S. financial contributions to the UNHRC and specifies that prior arrears will not be paid. The President will receive a report on which organizations should be withdrawn from. No U.S. participation or candidacy will be pursued in UNHRC.
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02/04/2025 | Imposing Maximum Pressure on the Government of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Denying Iran All Paths to a Nuclear Weapon, and Countering Iran's Malign Influence | Summary
Directs maximum pressure policies on Iran, including comprehensive economic sanctions, diplomatic isolation, and restrictions on Iranian financial networks. It mandates sanctions enforcement, revocation of waivers, and increased scrutiny of Iran's nuclear activities. Federal agencies are tasked with investigating Iran-related espionage and terrorism financing. The Attorney General is instructed to prosecute Iranian-funded groups that harm U.S. citizens. The United States will work with allies to reinstate international sanctions on Iran and prevent its acquisition of nuclear weapons. The State Department will lead efforts to isolate Iran internationally.
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02/04/2025 | Keeping Men Out of Women's Sports | Summary
Order says it enforces Title IX protections to ensure that women's sports remain exclusively for female athletes. It directs the Department of Education to withhold funding from institutions allowing male participation in female sports. The Attorney General is tasked with supporting enforcement actions to uphold these policies. Federal agencies must review grant allocations and withdraw funds from non-compliant programs. The order also instructs U.S. diplomatic missions to advocate for sex-based athletic categories internationally. The administration will work to influence major athletic organizations to align with these principles.
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02/03/2025 | Progress on the situation at our Northern Border | Summary
Temporarily pauses the February 4, 2025 imposition of tariffs on Canadian goods for one month in response to cooperative actions taken by the Government of Canada. The tariffs were initially intended to address illegal migration and illicit drug trafficking concerns. The EO says the pause-- now to take effect on March 4, 2025--allows for further assessment of Canada's efforts to resolve these security threats. The order directs the Department of Homeland Security and other relevant agencies to continue monitoring the situation. If the crises worsen, tariffs may be reinstated. Legal severability provisions ensure that if any part of the order is invalidated, the rest remains enforceable.
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- Foreign Policy
- Budget
- Economy
- Health
- Taxes
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02/03/2025 | Progress on the situation at our Southern Border | Summary
Temporarily pauses the February 4, 2025 imposition of tariffs on Mexican goods for one month in response to the cooperative steps taken by the Mexican government. The tariffs were imposed due to concerns over illegal migration and illicit drug trafficking. The EO says the pause--now to take effect on March 4, 2025--allows the administration to evaluate Mexico's ongoing efforts in addressing these issues. Relevant agencies will continue assessing the situation and report findings. If conditions deteriorate, tariffs may be reinstated. Legal severability provisions ensure continuity of enforcement.
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- Economy
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02/03/2025 | A Plan For Establishing A United States Sovereign Wealth Fund | Summary
Directs the Treasury and Commerce Departments to develop a comprehensive plan for creating a U.S. sovereign wealth fund. The fund aims to enhance long-term fiscal sustainability and reduce tax burdens on American families and businesses. It also seeks to bolster U.S. economic leadership and international competitiveness. The plan must include investment strategies, governance models, and potential funding mechanisms. The Secretaries of Treasury and Commerce must submit their recommendations within 90 days. Legal considerations, including potential legislative requirements, must be addressed.
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02/01/2025 | Imposing Duties to Address the Flow of Illicit Drugs Across Our Northern Border | Summary
Declares a national emergency under NEA and IEEPA over Canada's role in illicit drug trafficking. Imposes a 25% tariff on Canadian imports, with a 10% tariff on energy products. Expands emergency authority to counter Canadian production and lack of "adequate" enforcement measures against drug trafficking of fentanyl and synthetic opioids. Require mandatory reports from the DHS on Canada’s enforcement efforts, with the option to remove tariffs if Canada demonstrates "meaningful" cooperation. The Secretary of Homeland Security, along with other officials shall recommend additional actions, "if necessary," should Candada "fail to take adequate steps to alleviate the illegal migration and illicit drug crises through cooperative enforcement actions." Authorizes additional tariffs if Canada retaliates. Restricts duty-free de minimis treatment for Candian imports. Tariffs remain until Canada takes "sufficient" enforcement actions.
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- Economy
- Taxes
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02/01/2025 | Imposing Duties to Address the Synthetic Opioid Supply Chain in the People's Republic of China | Summary
Declares a national emergency under NEA and IEEPA over China's role in the synthetic opioid crisis. Imposes a 10% tariff on all Chinese imports. The order states that Chinese chemical companies, with government support, continue to manufacture and export precursor chemicals used by transnational criminal organizations (TCOs) to produce fentanyl and other synthetic opioids. Expands emergency authority to target Chinese companies supplying fentanyl precursors. Restricts duty-free de minimis treatment for Chinese imports. Authorizes additional tariffs if China retaliates. Directs the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to assess China’s enforcement efforts and recommend additional actions if necessary. Tariffs remain until China takes "adequate" action against opioid-related transnational crime.
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- Health
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02/01/2025 | Imposing Duties to Address the Situation at Our Southern Border | Summary
Declares a national emergency at the southern border due to illegal migration and drug trafficking. States that Mexico has failed to take sufficient action against drug trafficking organizations (DTOs), human smuggling, and organized crime, which contribute to the opioid crisis, crime, and strain on U.S. resources. Imposes a 25% tariff on all Mexican imports. Expands the national emergency to cover Mexico's failure to combat drug cartels. Restricts duty-free de minimis treatment for Mexican imports. Allows for further tariff increases if Mexico retaliates. Directs the DHS to monitor Mexico’s cooperation and recommend further actions if needed. Tariffs remain until Mexico takes "adequate" enforcement steps.
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01/31/2025 | Unleashing Prosperity Through Deregulation | Summary
Mandates that for every new federal regulation, at least ten existing regulations must be repealed. Establishes a regulatory cap ensuring that total compliance costs decrease. Requires agencies to submit annual regulatory cost reports to the OMB. Restores prior OMB guidance on regulatory analysis. Reinstates a 2018 agreement on tax regulation review. The EO says it aims to promote economic growth by reducing bureaucratic burdens.
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01/31/2025 | Limiting Lame-Duck Collective Bargaining Agreements That Improperly Attempt to Constrain the New President | Summary
Invalidates collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) finalized within 30 days of a presidential transition. Blocks last-minute agreements that constrain the new administration's policy discretion. Directs agency heads to reject CBAs negotiated under the previous administration. Exempts agreements primarily covering law enforcement personnel. Declares that such CBAs undermine democratic governance. Federal agencies must comply with these restrictions immediately.
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01/30/2025 | Immediate Assessment of Aviation Safety | Summary
Directs the Secretary of Transportation and the FAA Administrator to review all hiring decisions and safety protocol changes made in the past four years. Mandates corrective action to address any deterioration in hiring and safety standards. Orders a return to merit-based hiring and the replacement of individuals not meeting qualification standards. Emphasizes aviation safety as a top priority following a fatal aircraft collision. Calls for an immediate reversal of diversity, equity, and inclusion-based hiring practices in FAA hiring. Seeks to restore FAA's focus on aviation safety and operational competence.
| Topics - Aviation
- Transportation
- DEI
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01/29/2025 | Rescission of M-25-13 | Summary
This memorandum formally rescinds OMB Memorandum M-25-13. Agencies are advised to consult their General Counsel regarding the implementation of the President's Executive Orders.
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01/29/2025 | Expanding Migrant Operations Center at Naval Station Guantanamo Bay to Full Capacity | Summary
Directs the Departments of Defense and Homeland Security to expand the Migrant Operations Center at Guantanamo Bay to full capacity to detain high-priority criminal aliens. The order is aimed at enforcing border security and combating criminal cartels.
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01/29/2025 | Expanding Educational Freedom and Opportunity for Families | Summary
This executive order promotes school choice initiatives by directing federal agencies to support state-based K-12 educational choice programs. It requires reviews and guidance on the use of federal funds for educational alternatives, especially for military families and low-income students.
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01/29/2025 | Ending Radical Indoctrination in K-12 Schooling | Summary
Orders federal agencies to enforce laws ensuring that K-12 schools do not promote radical or discriminatory ideologies using federal funds. Reinstates EO 13958. Establishes a review process to eliminate funding for such programs and reestablishes the 1776 Commission to promote patriotic education.
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01/29/2025 | Celebrating America's 250th Birthday | Summary
Establishes the White House Task Force on Celebrating America's 250th Birthday to coordinate events and initiatives for the nation's Semiquincentennial in 2026. The order reinstates previous executive orders 13934, 13978, and 13933 related to national monuments and patriotic education.
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01/29/2025 | Additional Measures to Combat Anti-Semintism | Summary
Reaffirms and strengthens EO 13899 to combat anti-Semitism in educational institutions, particularly in response to increased incidents post-October 7, 2023. Directs federal agencies to investigate and take action against institutions failing to protect Jewish students, including potential enforcement measures and legal actions.
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01/28/2025 | Protecting Children from Chemical and Surgical Mutilation | Summary
Prohibits federal funding, sponsorship, or support for gender transition procedures for minors, including the use of puberty blockers, hormone treatments, and gender-affirming surgeries. It directs agencies to rescind policies based on guidance from the World Professional Association for Transgender Health. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is instructed to review scientific literature on the subject and ensure compliance with federal laws restricting such procedures. Federal funding for institutions providing these treatments will be revoked. The Department of Defense is ordered to remove coverage for such procedures under TRICARE, and federal employee health plans must exclude coverage for pediatric gender-transition treatments. Directs the Department of Justice (DOJ) to prioritize investigations into medical providers engaging in gender-affirming care and explore potential legal actions against them. Encourages legislative efforts to allow individuals to sue medical professionals for damages related to gender transition procedures performed in childhood.
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01/27/2025 | The Iron Dome for America | Summary
Directs the development and deployment of a next-generation missile defense shield to counter advanced aerial attacks. It includes plans for space-based interceptors, boost-phase defenses, and enhanced collaboration with allies. Initial progress and funding plans must be submitted within 60 days.
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01/27/2025 | Prioritizing Military Excellence and Readiness | Summary
Mandates high physical and mental fitness standards for military service and prohibits policies inconsistent with biological sex and rejecting the adoption of gender ideology. Medical and personnel policies will be reviewed to align with unit cohesion and readiness. Sleeping, changing, and bathing facilities must be used based on biological sex to maintain privacy and safety. Executive Order 14004 is revoked, along with associated directives. The Secretary of Defense is tasked with providing detailed implementation guidance and progress reports to ensure full compliance.
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01/27/2025 | Reinstating Service Members Discharged Under the Military's COVID-19 Vaccination Mandate | Summary
Allows reinstatement of service members discharged due to refusal of the COVID-19 vaccine, ensuring restoration of rank, pay, and benefits. Agencies must report progress to the President within 60 days.
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01/27/2025 | Restoring America's Fighting Force | Summary
Eliminates race- and sex-based preferences within the Armed Forces by abolishing DEI offices and reviewing associated initiatives. It prohibits the promotion of divisive concepts, race or sex stereotyping, and mandates alignment with merit-based standards. Leadership and curriculum in defense institutions, including military academies, will undergo review to ensure compliance. Progress reports must be submitted within 180 days.
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01/27/2025 | Temporary Pause of Agency Grant, Loan, and Other Financial Assistance Programs | Summary
Directs Federal agencies to temporarily pause all financial assistance programs to ensure alignment with Presidential priorities. Agencies must review current programs for compliance with the Administration's focus areas, including strengthening families, energy independence, and eliminating 'wokeness.' The memorandum mandates a halt on issuing awards, disbursing funds, and conducting merit reviews. Agencies must report to the Office of Management and Budget by February 10, 2025. Exceptions can be granted on a case-by-case basis. Actions such as program oversight and certain administrative functions may continue where legally required.
(Note: Amid agencies confusion in implementing this order, OMB issued a fact sheet on 01/28/25 as an effort to provide more clarity on this order. On 1/29/25 the White House budget office rescinded an order freezing federal grants. See "Recission of M-25-13" Memorandum.)
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01/24/2025 | The Mexico City Policy | Summary
Revokes the 2021 Presidential Memorandum on Protecting Women's Health and reinstates the 2017 Mexico City Policy. It directs the Secretary of State and HHS to implement a plan to extend restrictions on global health assistance funding, ensuring U.S. taxpayer dollars do not fund programs supporting coercive abortion or involuntary sterilization. The memorandum limits any enforceable rights or benefits.
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01/24/2025 | Enforcing the Hyde Amendment | Summary
Reaffirms adherence to the Hyde Amendment, which prohibits federal funding for elective abortions. It revokes Executive Orders 14076 and 14079 issued in 2022 and directs the Office of Management and Budget to issue guidance to agencies. The order ensures compliance with the Hyde Amendment, consistent with applicable laws and funding.
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01/24/2025 | Council to Assess the Federal Emergency Management Agency | Summary
Establishes a Federal Emergency Management Agency Review Council to assess FEMA's efficacy, priorities, and competence in disaster response. The council will produce a report evaluating FEMA's recent disaster responses, recommending improvements, and examining its role in the Federal system. It will analyze structural changes, public commentary, and historical precedents for disaster relief. A diverse membership will include government and private-sector experts. Public meetings and input will be conducted to ensure comprehensive evaluation. The council will report to the President within 180 days of its first meeting.
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01/24/2025 | Emergency Measures To Provide Water Resources in California and Improve Disaster Response in Certain Areas | Summary
The order directs federal agencies to override state policies limiting water access, expedite emergency measures, and enhance disaster response and recovery efforts. Directs federal agencies to increase water deliveries and hydropower production, including revising Endangered Species Act (ESA) regulations that impact water supply. Requires a review of regulatory hurdles and permits that delay major water infrastructure projects. Orders immediate housing relief for wildfire survivors through FEMA and HUD. Orders an OMB-led review of California's land management, water supply, and disaster response policies. May impose new conditions on federal funding if California is found noncompliant with federal disaster prevention standards.
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01/23/2025 | Removing Barriers to American Leadership in Artificial Intelligence | Summary
Revokes restrictive policies and mandates the development of an action plan to ensure U.S. leadership in AI innovation. The order prioritizes eliminating ideological biases in AI systems, fostering innovation, and enhancing national security and economic competitiveness. Agencies are directed to identify and revise any actions that conflict with these objectives and ensure alignment with the new policy framework.
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01/23/2025 | President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology | Summary
Establishes PCAST to guide U.S. leadership in science and technology, with a focus on transformative technologies like artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and biotechnology. PCAST aims to restore integrity and public trust in scientific research by removing political and ideological influences. Composed of experts from academia, government, and industry, the council will provide recommendations to enhance U.S. innovation and ensure global competitiveness.
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- Artificial Intelligence
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01/23/2025 | Designation Of Ansar Allah as a Foreign Terrorist Organization | Summary
Starts the process of designating Ansar Allah (Houthis) as a Foreign Terrorist Organization. It details the group’s attacks on U.S. and allied interests in the Middle East, including maritime trade disruptions and threats to regional security. The order directs federal agencies to evaluate partnerships with organizations that may have ties to Ansar Allah and take appropriate actions to terminate such relationships if necessary.
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01/23/2025 | Federal Recognition of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina | Summary
Directs the Department of the Interior to create a plan for granting full federal recognition to the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina, the largest tribe east of the Mississippi River. The memorandum highlights the tribe’s historical and cultural contributions and the denial of federal benefits in previous recognition efforts. The directive outlines potential pathways for achieving recognition, including legislative and judicial actions.
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01/23/2025 | Strengthening American Leadership in Digital Financial Technology | Summary
Promotes the development and regulation of digital assets and blockchain technologies while opposing Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs). It revokes prior directives that were deemed restrictive to innovation. A working group is established to develop a regulatory framework for digital assets, including stablecoins, and to propose measures to protect economic liberty and ensure innovation. The order prohibits agencies from advancing or implementing any initiatives related to CBDCs.
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01/23/2025 | Declassification of Records Concerning the Assassinations of President John F. Kennedy, Senator Robert F. Kennedy, and the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. | Summary
Mandates the full declassification of federal records related to the assassinations of President John F. Kennedy, Senator Robert F. Kennedy, and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. It emphasizes the importance of transparency and public access to historical documents to address longstanding public interest in these pivotal events.
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01/21/2025 | Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity | Summary
Revokes several prior directives promoting DEI policies and mandates a return to merit-based hiring and operations across federal agencies. The order asserts that DEI initiatives violate civil rights laws, promote discriminatory preferences, and diminish merit-based selection in key industries. It eliminates race- and sex-based preferences in federal hiring and contracting while emphasizing compliance with civil rights laws. Agencies are tasked with identifying and terminating DEI-related policies and programs. The order includes provisions to streamline federal contracting and prohibits practices that violate anti-discrimination laws. It also directs agencies to advocate for similar measures in the private sector. Instructs the Department of Justice (DOJ) to investigate and take action against private sector DEI programs that violate civil rights laws. Mandates a 120-day DOJ review to identify key industries and institutions engaging in discriminatory DEI practices, with recommendations for enforcement action.
| Topics - Government Operations
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- DEI
- Social Issues
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01/21/2025 | Keeping Americans Safe in Aviation | Summary
Mandates the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to prioritize safety and excellence by returning to merit-based hiring practices. It rescinds all diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives that used race, sex, disability, or other non-merit-based criteria for hiring, ensuring all hiring and promotions focus on competence and qualifications. The Secretary of Transportation and the FAA Administrator are tasked with reviewing the performance of individuals in critical safety roles and replacing underperforming personnel with highly capable individuals. The order emphasizes that illegal and discriminatory hiring practices harm public safety and must be eliminated to restore confidence in air travel.
| Topics - Aviation
- Transportation
- DEI
- Social Issues
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01/21/2025 | Memorandum to the heads of Departments and agencies: Guidance Regarding Section 7 of the Executive Order Unleashing American Energy | Summary
Directs agencies to pause funding for projects under the Inflation Reduction Act and Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act that conflict with policies in Section 2 of the Unleashing American Energy Executive Order. It aims to limit appropriations for objectives that support the Green New Deal. Agency heads must consult with the Office of Management and Budget before disbursing funds. This directive aligns with the Executive Order's goal to terminate programs tied to the Green New Deal. The guidance emphasizes compliance with policies to enhance energy independence. Agencies retain discretion to resume disbursement in line with these provisions.
| Topics - Energy
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01/20/2025 | Putting America First In International Environmental Agreements | Summary
Withdraws the United States from the Paris Agreement and other international climate commitments. It emphasizes economic efficiency and the promotion of American prosperity in foreign engagements.
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- Environment
- Foreign Policy
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01/20/2025 | Regulatory Freeze Pending Review | Summary
Orders a temporary freeze on all new and pending regulations to allow review by newly appointed department and agency heads. It directs agencies to withdraw unpublished rules, delay published but not yet effective rules for 60 days, and open a comment period where necessary. The OMB Director may grant exemptions for emergency situations. After the review period, rules raising no substantial issues may proceed, while those raising concerns require further action in consultation with OMB.
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01/20/2025 | Hiring Freeze at The White House | Summary
Freezes the hiring of federal civilian employees, excluding positions related to national security, immigration enforcement, or public safety. It includes provisions for limited exemptions and a plan to reduce the federal workforce.
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- Government Operations
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01/20/2025 | Ending the Weaponization of the Federal Government | Summary
Reviews and addresses past misconduct involving the weaponization of federal agencies for political purposes. It includes measures to ensure accountability and compliance with document-retention policies.
02/02/25 - DOJ terminated employees who were involved in the investigations into the January 6, 2021 attack on the US Capitol and the case against President Trump's alleged mishandling of classified documents. Dep. AG, instructed agents to fill out a survey identifying their specific roles in these investigations.
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- Legal Affairs
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01/20/2025 | Protecting The Meaning And Value Of American Citizenship | Summary
Revises policies regarding birthright citizenship, excluding children of temporary or unauthorized immigrants. It mandates agencies to ensure compliance with the updated interpretation of the Fourteenth Amendment.
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01/20/2025 | Clarifying The Military's Role In Protecting The Territorial Integrity Of The United States | Summary
Emphasizes the military's role in securing U.S. borders and addressing threats to territorial integrity. It directs the Secretary of Defense to update command plans and implement measures for enhanced border security.
| Topics - Defense
- Homeland Security
- Immigration
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01/20/2025 | America First Trade Policy | Summary
Revitalizes trade policies prioritizing American economic security and worker benefits. It mandates reviews of trade deficits, unfair practices, and existing agreements, recommending protective measures.
| Topics - Economy
- Foreign Policy
- Taxes
- Trade
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01/20/2025 | Realigning The United States Refugee Admissions Program | Summary
Suspends the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program to ensure resources and security for citizens. It requires consultations with state and local jurisdictions before resuming refugee admissions.
| Topics - Homeland Security
- Immigration
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01/20/2025 | Holding Former Government Officials Accountable For Election Interference And Improper Disclosure Of Sensitive Governmental Information | Summary
Revokes security clearances from former officials who misused intelligence for political purposes. It directs reviews of inappropriate activities and recommends measures to prevent election interference.
| Topics - Intelligence
- National Security
- Legal Affairs
- Elections
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01/20/2025 | Declaring A National Emergency At The Southern Border Of The United States | Summary
Declares a national emergency at the southern border to combat cartels, human trafficking, and illicit drug activities. It mandates the deployment of military personnel and construction of physical barriers, prioritizing operational control and national security.
| Topics - Homeland Security
- Immigration
- Legal Affairs
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01/20/2025 | Granting Pardons And Commutation Of Sentences For Certain Offenses Relating To The Events At Or Near The United States Capitol On January 6, 2021 | Summary
Grants pardons and commutations to individuals involved in the January 6, 2021, Capitol events. It directs the immediate release of prisoners and dismissal of pending charges as part of a national reconciliation effort.
| Topics - Congressional Affairs
- Legal Affairs
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01/20/2025 | Application Of Protecting Americans From Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act To Tiktok | Summary
Delays enforcement of the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act for TikTok, allowing a 75-day review of national security concerns and mitigation measures. It aims to balance security with communication platform use.
| Topics - Foreign Policy
- Technology & Communications
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01/20/2025 | Initial Rescissions Of Harmful Executive Orders And Actions | Summary
Revokes several policies from the previous administration, including DEI initiatives and climate mandates. It aims to restore regulatory efficiency, reduce inflation, and align federal policies with American values.
| Topics - Government Operations
- Regulatory Policy
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01/20/2025 | Restoring Freedom Of Speech And Ending Federal Censorship | Summary
Prohibits federal censorship of constitutionally protected speech. It mandates a review of past activities and establishes guidelines to safeguard First Amendment rights.
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- Social Issues
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01/20/2025 | Delivering Emergency Price Relief For American Families And Defeating The Cost-Of-Living Crisis | Summary
Addresses inflation and cost-of-living issues by reducing housing and healthcare costs, eliminating climate-related regulations, and promoting energy independence. It prioritizes policies to improve affordability and economic stability for American families.
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01/20/2025 | Initial Rescissions Of Harmful Executive Orders And Actions | Summary
This executive order (EO) revokes 78 executive actions from the previous administration, including those related to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI); climate policy; COVID-19 response; immigration; and labor. Notably, the order specifically repeals 67 executive orders, which are listed in the column titled "Related EOs." Furthermore, the Domestic Policy Council (DPC) and National Economic Council (NEC) are tasked with creating a list of additional executive actions for repeal and executive actions to replace the rescinded actions. This list should be submitted to the president within 45 days. The executive order also directs the national security advisor to review all national security memoranda from the previous administration for potential rescission.
| Topics - Government Operations
- Social Issues
- DEI
- Energy
- Immigration
- Employment & Labor
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01/20/2025 | Flying The Flag Of The United States At Full-Staff On Inauguration Day | Summary
US Flag shall be flown at full-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government, in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions, for the remainder of this day.
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- Regulatory Policy
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01/20/2025 | Guaranteeing The States Protection Against Invasion | Summary
Declares the situation at the southern border as an invasion and suspends the physical entry of migrants involved. It directs federal agencies to repel, repatriate, or remove migrants crossing illegally and imposes restrictions on entry for those posing public health, safety, or national security risks. The measures aim to ensure operational control of the border and protect state sovereignty.
| Topics - National Security
- Immigration
- States
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01/20/2025 | The Organization For Economic Co-Operation And Development (OECD) Global Tax Deal | Summary
Asserts that the OECD Global Tax Deal has no force or effect in the U.S. and instructs relevant agencies to notify the OECD accordingly. It also mandates an investigation into foreign countries' tax treaty compliance and develops protective measures for American businesses against discriminatory or extraterritorial tax practices.
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01/20/2025 | Putting People Over Fish: Stopping Radical Environmentalism To Provide Water To Southern California | Summary
Directs federal agencies to prioritize water routing from the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta to Central and Southern California for human use. It reinstates previous efforts halted due to environmental lawsuits, aiming to address the region's water shortages and mitigate wildfire risks. Agencies must report progress within 90 days.
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- Environment
- Government Operations
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01/20/2025 | Promoting Beautiful Federal Civic Architecture | Summary
Instructs the General Services Administration (GSA) to recommend policies for federal buildings to respect classical and traditional architectural styles. It aims to enhance public spaces and strengthen the civic identity of government buildings. Proposals must be submitted within 60 days
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01/20/2025 | Restoring Accountability For Career Senior Executives | Summary
Outlines measures to ensure accountability among Career Senior Executive Service officials. It mandates new performance plans, reconstitutes boards overseeing senior executives, and prioritizes alignment of their responsibilities with administration goals. Agency heads are encouraged to reassign or remove underperforming officials.
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01/20/2025 | Reevaluating And Realigning United States Foreign Aid | Summary
Pauses foreign aid disbursements for 90 days to assess their alignment with U.S. foreign policy and programmatic efficiency. Agencies must review and recommend whether to continue, modify, or terminate programs. Exceptions require approval from the Secretary of State and OMB.
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- Government Operations
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01/20/2025 | Organization Of The National Security Council And Subcommittees | Summary
Restructures the National Security Council for improved decision-making and integration. It establishes responsibilities, roles, and interagency collaboration to address complex security challenges.
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01/20/2025 | Ending Radical And Wasteful Government DEI Programs And Preferencing | Summary
Directs the OMB Director to eliminate federal diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, offices and positions. It also terminates "equity-related" grants and contracts. It mandates compliance reviews, removes DEI performance requirements, and prioritizes individual merit and efficiency in government practices.
| Topics - DEI
- Employment & Labor
- Social Issues
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01/20/2025 | Restoring The Death Penalty And Protecting Public Safety | Summary
Reinstates federal capital punishment as a key tool to deter and address heinous crimes. It mandates the Attorney General to pursue the death penalty in applicable cases, particularly involving murders of law enforcement officers and crimes by unauthorized immigrants.
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- Legal Affairs
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01/20/2025 | Protecting The American People Against Invasion | Summary
Enforces strict immigration laws to protect national security and public safety. It establishes Homeland Security Task Forces and directs federal and state collaboration to counter transnational criminal activity.
| Topics - Defense
- Government Operations
- Homeland Security
- Immigration
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01/20/2025 | Unleashing Alaska's Extraordinary Resource Potential | Summary
Prioritizes the development of Alaska's natural resources to enhance U.S. economic and energy security. It rescinds restrictive policies and streamlines permits for projects like the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge and Alaska LNG.
| Topics - Energy
- Environment
- Government Operations
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01/20/2025 | Defending Women From Gender Ideology Extremism And Restoring Biological Truth To The Federal Government | Summary
Reinforces sex-based definitions in federal policies recognizing only two sexes, "male" and "female", as immutable biological realities and directs the federal government to enforce sex-based legal protections accordingly. "Gender identity" is rejected as a basis for legal recognition or policy-making and prohibits the use of federal funds to promote gender ideology. It directs agencies to revise regulations, protect sex-based spaces, and reqires federal documents reflect only "biological sex".
| Topics - Health
- Legal Affairs
- Social Issues
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01/20/2025 | Securing Our Borders | Summary
Establishes a comprehensive policy to secure U.S. borders by building barriers, deterring illegal entry, detaining violators, and prioritizing their removal. It also revokes parole policies that enable unauthorized entry and calls for international cooperation on immigration security.
| Topics - Defense
- Government Operations
- Homeland Security
- Immigration
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01/20/2025 | Temporary Withdrawal Of All Areas On The Outer Continental Shelf From Offshore Wind Leasing | Summary
Suspends offshore wind leasing to review environmental, economic, and navigational safety impacts. It mandates an evaluation of wind energy's effects on wildlife and marine ecosystems and a reassessment of leasing policies.
| Topics - Energy
- Environment
- Government Operations
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01/20/2025 | Protecting The United States From Foreign Terrorists And Other National Security And Public Safety Threats | Summary
Enhances vetting and screening processes for visa applicants to address security risks. It mandates evaluations of visa programs and imposes restrictions on nationals from countries failing to meet security standards.
| Topics - Defense
- Foreign Policy
- Immigration
- National Security
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01/20/2025 | Declaring A National Energy Emergency | Summary
This Executive Order declares a national emergency regarding the United States' energy supply and infrastructure, citing high energy costs, unreliable domestic production, and national security threats from foreign adversaries. It directs federal agencies to use emergency powers to expand energy production, accelerate permitting, and override environmental regulations that limit domestic energy development. The order defines "energy" or "energy resources" as crude oil, natural gas, lease condensates, natural gas liquids, refined petroleum products, uranium, coal, biofuels, geothermal heat, the kinetic movement of flowing water, and critical minerals.
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01/20/2025 | America First Policy Directive To The Secretary Of State | Summary
Instructs the Secretary of State to align foreign policy with the America First agenda. It emphasizes prioritizing American interests in diplomacy, programs, and international engagements.
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01/20/2025 | Establishing And Implementing The President's Department Of Government Efficiency | Summary
Establishes the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to modernize federal technology and enhance productivity. It includes renaming the U.S. Digital Service and creating temporary organizations to implement the DOGE agenda.
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01/20/2025 | Designating Cartels And Other Organizations As Foreign Terrorist Organizations And Specially Designated Global Terrorists | Summary
Declares international cartels and other violent transnational organizations as national security threats. It initiates their designation as foreign terrorist organizations and imposes measures to eliminate their operations within and beyond U.S. borders.
| Topics - Defense
- Foreign Policy
- Government Operations
- Homeland Security
- Immigration
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01/20/2025 | Restoring Names That Honor American Greatness | Summary
Reinstates historical names for national landmarks and regions to honor notable American figures. It includes renaming Denali as "Mount McKinley" and the Gulf of Mexico as the "Gulf of America", emphasizing the nation's heritage and patriotism.
| Topics - Defense
- Government Operations
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01/20/2025 | Reforming The Federal Hiring Process And Restoring Merit To Government Service | Summary
Reforms federal hiring practices to prioritize merit and efficiency while eliminating equity-related factors. It aims to reduce hiring times, improve candidate engagement, and ensure skilled workforce alignment with constitutional principles.
| Topics - Employment & Labor
- Government Operations
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01/20/2025 | Memorandum To Resolve The Backlog Of Security Clearances For Executive Office Of The President Personnel | Summary
Addresses delays in security clearances for Executive Office of the President personnel. It grants interim clearances to ensure staff can access necessary facilities and technology to fulfill their duties.
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01/20/2025 | Unleashing American Energy | Summary
Reverses prior energy and environmental regulations and prioritizes domestic energy production, deregulation, and consumer choice. It aims to increase fossil fuel, nuclear, hydropower and mineral production, eliminate clean energy mandates, and streamline federal permitting processes to reduce energy costs and strengthen national security. Revokes multiple EOs related to climate action, including those promoting electric vehicles (EVs), clean energy incentives, and federal sustainability goals. Pauses funding for clean energy projects under the Inflation Reduction Act and Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act pending review. Orders revisions to the EPA’s greenhouse gas regulations and considers eliminating the social cost of carbon calculation from federal rulemaking.
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01/20/2025 | Restoring Accountability To Policy-Influencing Positions Within The Federal Workforce | Summary
Reinstates and modifies prior 2020 executive order on Schedule F to improve accountability for federal positions that shape policy. The EO removes civil service protections for a a large portion of the workforce. It creates a new schedule for policy-influencing positions and allows agencies to recommend roles for inclusion in this schedule.
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- Government Operations
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01/20/2025 | Withdrawing The United States From The World Health Organization | Summary
Initiates the United States' withdrawal from the World Health Organization (WHO). It pauses funding to the WHO, reassigns U.S. personnel, and establishes alternative health partnerships.
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