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    Formal moves tied to Defense and Security

    Military Spouse Day, 2026
    Proclamation
    Military Spouse Day, 2026

    May 7, 2026

    As we celebrate 250 glorious years of American freedom, we are reminded that this tremendous milestone is only possible thanks to our Armed Forces who, since the dawn of our Republic, pledged to defend our freedom no matter the cost. Generation after generation, the gravity of this sacred commitment has been shared by

    Defense and Security
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    Executive orderEO 14404
    Imposing Sanctions on Those Responsible for Repression in Cuba and for Threats to United States National Security and Foreign Policy

    May 1, 2026 · EO 14404

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U. S.

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    Presidential memorandum
    Presidential Determination Pursuant to Section 303 of the Defense Production Act of 1950, as Amended, on Grid Infrastructure, Equipment, and Supply Chain Capacity

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    White House messaging around Defense and Security

    Presidential Message on Armed Forces Day
    Statement
    Presidential Message on Armed Forces Day

    May 16, 2026

    America’s fighting force stands as the most powerful, accomplished, and courageous military the world has ever known. On Armed Forces Day, we salute the men and women proudly serving in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and Space Force—the courageous heroes who stand as the steadfast protectors of o

    Defense and Security
    Open documentOfficial source

    April 20, 2026

    SUBJECT: Presidential Determination Pursuant to Section 303 of the Defense Production Act of 1950, as Amended, on Grid Infrastructure, Equipment, and Supply Chain Capacity

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    Presidential memorandum
    Presidential Determination Pursuant to Section 303 of the Defense Production Act of 1950, as Amended, on Coal Supply Chains and Baseload Power Generation Capacity

    April 20, 2026

    SUBJECT: Presidential Determination Pursuant to Section 303 of the Defense Production Act of 1950, as Amended, on Coal Supply Chains and Baseload Power Generation Capacity

    Defense and SecurityEnergy
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    Presidential memorandum
    Liberating the Department of Homeland Security From the Democrat-Caused Shutdown

    April 3, 2026

    SUBJECT: Liberating the Department of Homeland Security From the Democrat-Caused Shutdown

    Defense and Security
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    Presidential memorandum
    Paying Our Great Transportation Security Administration Officers and Employees

    March 27, 2026

    SUBJECT: Paying Our Great Transportation Security Administration Officers and Employees

    Defense and Security
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    Executive orderEO 14396
    Preserving America’s Game

    March 20, 2026 · EO 14396

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered:

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    Executive orderEO 14391
    Adjusting Certain Delegations Under the Defense Production Act

    March 13, 2026 · EO 14391

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered:

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    Presidential actionNominations & Appointments
    Nominations Sent to the Senate

    March 9, 2026

    Markwayne Mullin, of Oklahoma, to be Secretary of Homeland Security.

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    Proclamation
    U.S. Hostage and Wrongful Detainee Day, 2026

    March 9, 2026

    This U. S.

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    Proclamation
    Commitment to Countering Cartel Criminal Activity

    March 7, 2026

    The United States, under my leadership, has demonstrated a sustained commitment towards achieving the dismantlement of cartels and foreign terrorists operating in the Western Hemisphere. My Administration has designated a number of cartels and transnational gangs as foreign terrorist organizations and has since dedicat

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    Executive orderEO 14387
    Promoting the National Defense by Ensuring an Adequate Supply of Elemental Phosphorus and Glyphosate-Based Herbicides

    February 18, 2026 · EO 14387

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including the Defense Production Act of 1950, as amended (50 U. S.

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    Executive orderEO 14386
    Strengthening United States National Defense with America’s Beautiful Clean Coal Power Generation Fleet

    February 11, 2026 · EO 14386

    Section 1. Purpose.

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    Executive orderEO 14383
    Establishing an America First Arms Transfer Strategy

    February 6, 2026 · EO 14383

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered:

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    Executive orderEO 14373
    Safeguarding Venezuelan Oil Revenue for the Good of the American and Venezuelan People

    January 9, 2026 · EO 14373

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U. S.

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    Executive orderEO 14372
    Prioritizing the Warfighter in Defense Contracting

    January 7, 2026 · EO 14372

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered:

    Defense and Security
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    Executive order
    Regarding the Acquisition of Certain Assets of Emcore Corporation by Hiefo Corporation

    January 2, 2026

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including section 721 of the Defense Production Act of 1950, as amended (section 721), 50 U. S.

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    Executive orderEO 14369
    Ensuring American Space Superiority

    December 18, 2025 · EO 14369

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered:

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    Executive orderEO 14367
    Designating Fentanyl as a Weapon of Mass Destruction

    December 15, 2025 · EO 14367

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered:

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    Proclamation
    America 250: Presidential Message on the Anniversary of the Monroe Doctrine

    December 2, 2025

    On December 2, 1823, the doctrine of American sovereignty was immortalized in prose when President James Monroe declared before the Nation a simple truth that has echoed throughout the ages: The United States will never waver in defense of our homeland, our interests, or the well-being of our citizens. Today, my Admini

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    Executive orderEO 14362
    Designation of Certain Muslim Brotherhood Chapters as Foreign Terrorist Organizations and Specially Designated Global Terrorists

    November 24, 2025 · EO 14362

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U. S.

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    Presidential memorandum
    National Security Presidential Memorandum/NSPM-8

    October 15, 2025

    SUBJECT: Use of Available Department of War Funds for Military Pay and Allowances during the Lapse in Annual Appropriations

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    Presidential memorandum
    The Trump Declaration for Enduring Peace and Prosperity

    October 13, 2025

    We, the undersigned, welcome the truly historic commitment and implementation by all parties to the Trump Peace Agreement, ending more than two years of profound suffering and loss — opening a new chapter for the region defined by hope, security, and a shared vision for peace and prosperity.

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    Presidential memorandum
    Construction of Arctic Security Cutters

    October 8, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, I hereby direct:

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    Presidential memorandum
    Department of War Security for the Protection of Federal Personnel and Property in Illinois

    October 4, 2025

    SUBJECT: Department of War Security for the Protection of Federal Personnel and Property in Illinois

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    Executive orderEO 14353
    Assuring the Security of the State of Qatar

    September 29, 2025 · EO 14353

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, and in recognition of the enduring alliance between the United States and the State of Qatar, it is hereby ordered:

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    Presidential memorandum
    Countering Domestic Terrorism and Organized Political Violence

    September 25, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, I hereby direct the following:

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    Executive order
    Saving TikTok While Protecting National Security

    September 25, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered:

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    Executive order
    Designating Antifa as a Domestic Terrorist Organization

    September 22, 2025

    Section 1. Antifa as a Terrorist Threat.

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    Presidential memorandum
    Restoring Law and Order in Memphis

    September 15, 2025

    MEMORANDUM FOR THE SECRETARY OF THE TREASURY THE SECRETARY OF WAR THE ATTORNEY GENERAL THE SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES THE SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT THE SECRETARY OF TRANSPORTATION THE SECRETARY OF HOMELAND SECURITY THE DIRECTOR OF THE UNITED STATES MARSHALS SERVICE THE DIRECTOR OF THE FEDER

    Defense and Security
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    Executive order
    Restoring the United States Department of War

    September 5, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered:

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    Executive order
    Strengthening Efforts to Protect U.S. Nationals from Wrongful Detention Abroad

    September 5, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including the Robert Levinson Hostage Recovery and Hostage-Taking Accountability Act (22 U. S.

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    Executive order
    Further Exclusions from the Federal Labor-Management Relations Program

    August 28, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including section 7103(b)(1) of title 5, United States Code, to enhance the national security of the United States, it is hereby ordered:

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    Executive order
    Additional Measures to Address the Crime Emergency in the District of Columbia

    August 25, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered:

    Defense and Security
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    Proclamation
    90th Anniversary of the Social Security Act

    August 14, 2025

    On August 14, 1935, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed into law the Social Security Act — a monumental legislative achievement that protects our seniors, uplifts our citizens, and sustains the livelihoods of hardworking Americans who devoted their professions to bettering our country.

    Defense and Security
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    Presidential memorandum
    Restoring Law and Order in the District of Columbia

    August 11, 2025

    Section 1. Background.

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    Executive order
    Declaring a Crime Emergency in the District of Columbia

    August 11, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including section 740 of the District of Columbia Self-Government and Governmental Reorganization Act (Public Law 93-198), as amended (section 740 of the Home Rule Act), and section 301 of title 3, United States

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    Executive order
    Establishing the White House Task Force on the 2028 Summer Olympics

    August 5, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, and in anticipation of the 2028 Summer Olympics, it is hereby ordered:

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    Addressing Threats to The United States by the Government of Brazil

    July 30, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U. S.

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    Executive order
    Providing for the Revocation of Syria Sanctions

    June 30, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U. S.

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    Executive order
    Regarding the Proposed Acquisition of the United States Steel Corporation by Nippon Steel Corporation

    June 13, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including section 721 of the Defense Production Act of 1950, as amended (section 721), 50 U. S.

    Defense and Security
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    Presidential memorandum
    Department of Defense Security for the Protection of Department of Homeland Security Functions

    June 7, 2025

    SUBJECT: Department of Defense Security for the Protection of Department of Homeland Security Functions

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    Executive order
    Restoring American Airspace Sovereignty

    June 6, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered:

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    Proclamation
    Enhancing National Security by Addressing Risks at Harvard University

    June 4, 2025

    BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION

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    Executive order
    Deploying Advanced Nuclear Reactor Technologies for National Security

    May 23, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered:Section 1. Background.

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    Proclamation
    Armed Forces Day, 2025

    May 16, 2025

    BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICAA PROCLAMATION

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    Executive order
    Keeping Promises to Veterans and Establishing a National Center for Warrior Independence

    May 9, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered:

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    Proclamation
    Military Spouse Day, 2025

    May 9, 2025

    By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation

    Defense and Security
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    Executive order
    Improving the Safety and Security of Biological Research

    May 5, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered:

    Defense and SecurityHealth Care
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    Executive order
    Strengthening and Unleashing America’s Law Enforcement to Pursue Criminals and Protect Innocent Citizens

    April 28, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered:Section 1. Purpose and Policy.

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    Executive order
    Unleashing America’s Offshore Critical Minerals and Resources

    April 24, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered:

    Defense and SecurityEnergy
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    Executive order
    Ensuring National Security and Economic Resilience Through Section 232 Actions on Processed Critical Minerals and Derivative Products

    April 15, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including the Trade Expansion Act of 1962, as amended (19 U. S.

    Defense and SecurityTrade and Tariffs
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    Presidential memorandum
    Military Mission for Sealing the Southern Border of the United States and Repelling Invasions

    April 11, 2025

    MEMORANDUM FOR THE SECRETARY OF DEFENSE THE SECRETARY OF THE INTERIOR THE SECRETARY OF AGRICULTURE THE SECRETARY OF HOMELAND SECURITYSUBJECT: Military Mission for Sealing the Southern Border of the United States and Repelling InvasionsAs the Chief Executive and Commander in Chief, the United States Constitution empower

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    Presidential memorandum
    Addressing Risks Associated with an Egregious Leaker and Disseminator of Falsehoods

    April 9, 2025

    MEMORANDUM FOR THE HEADS OF EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENTS AND AGENCIES Miles Taylor was entrusted with the solemn responsibility of Federal service, but instead prioritized his own ambition, personal notoriety, and monetary gain over fidelity to his constitutional oath. While serving as an administrative staff assistant at the

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    Presidential memorandum
    Addressing Risks from Chris Krebs and Government Censorship

    April 9, 2025

    MEMORANDUM FOR THE HEADS OF EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENTS AND AGENCIES

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    Executive order
    Addressing Risks from Susman Godfrey

    April 9, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered:

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    Executive order
    Modernizing Defense Acquisitions and Spurring Innovation in the Defense Industrial Base

    April 9, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered:

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    Restoring America’s Maritime Dominance

    April 9, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered:

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    Reforming Foreign Defense Sales to Improve Speed and Accountability

    April 9, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered:Section 1. Purpose.

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    Presidential memorandum
    Review of Proposed United States Steel Corporation Acquisition

    April 7, 2025

    On January 3, 2025, President Biden issued an order prohibiting the acquisition of United States Steel Corporation (U. S.

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    Executive order
    Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful

    March 28, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered:Section 1. Purpose.

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    Exclusions from Federal Labor-Management Relations Programs

    March 27, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including sections 7103(b)(1) of title 5 and 4103(b) of title 22, United States Code, to enhance the national security of the United States, it is hereby ordered:

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    Executive order
    Addressing Risks From WilmerHale

    March 27, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered:Section 1. Background.

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    Addressing Risks from Jenner & Block

    March 25, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered:

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    Presidential memorandum
    Immediate Declassification of Materials Related to the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Crossfire Hurricane Investigation

    March 25, 2025

    SUBJECT: Immediate Declassification of Materials Related to the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Crossfire Hurricane Investigation

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    Presidential memorandum
    Rescinding Security Clearances and Access to Classified Information from Specified Individuals

    March 22, 2025

    MEMORANDUM FOR THE HEADS OF EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENTS AND AGENCIES

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    Presidential action
    Invocation of the Alien Enemies Act Regarding the Invasion of The United States by Tren De Aragua

    March 15, 2025

    Tren de Aragua (TdA) is a designated Foreign Terrorist Organization with thousands of members, many of whom have unlawfully infiltrated the United States and are conducting irregular warfare and undertaking hostile actions against the United States. TdA operates in conjunction with Cártel de los Soles, the Nicolas Madu

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    Addressing Risks from Paul Weiss

    March 14, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered:

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    Additional Recissions of Harmful Executive Orders and Actions

    March 14, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered:

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    Addressing Risks from Perkins Coie LLP

    March 6, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered:

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    Addressing the Threat to National Security from Imports of Timber, Lumber

    March 1, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962, as amended (19 U. S.

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    Suspension of Security Clearances and Evaluation of Government Contracts

    February 25, 2025

    MEMORANDUM FOR THE SECRETARY OF STATE THE SECRETARY OF DEFENSE THE ATTORNEY GENERAL THE SECRETARY OF ENERGY THE DIRECTOR OF THE OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET THE DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE THE DIRECTOR OF THE CENTRAL INTELLIGENCE AGENCY THE DIRECTOR OF THE OFFICE OF PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT

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    America First Investment Policy

    February 21, 2025

    MEMORANDUM FOR THE SECRETARY OF THE TREASURY THE SECRETARY OF STATE THE SECRETARY OF DEFENSE THE ATTORNEY GENERAL THE SECRETARY OF COMMERCE THE SECRETARY OF LABOR THE SECRETARY OF ENERGY THE SECRETARY OF HOMELAND SECURITY THE ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY THE DIRECTOR OF THE OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT

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    President Trump Announces Appointments to the Council of Governors

    February 19, 2025

    Today, President Donald J. Trump announced new appointments to the Council of Governors, a bipartisan group of state leaders tasked with strengthening state-federal partnerships on key national security, disaster response, and military coordination issues.

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    President Trump Announces the President’s Intelligence Advisory Board

    February 11, 2025

    Today, President Donald J. Trump is pleased to announce a distinguished and trusted group of Patriots to serve on the President’s Intelligence Advisory Board (PIAB).

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    Addressing Egregious Actions of The Republic of South Africa

    February 7, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered as follows: Section 1. Purpose.

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    Protecting Second Amendment Rights

    February 7, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered: Section 1. Purpose.

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    Imposing Sanctions on the International Criminal Court

    February 6, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U. S.

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    National Security Presidential Memorandum/NSPM-2

    February 4, 2025

    MEMORANDUM FOR THE SECRETARY OF STATE THE SECRETARY OF THE TREASURY THE SECRETARY OF DEFENSE THE ATTORNEY GENERAL THE SECRETARY OF ENERGY THE SECRETARY OF THE INTERIOR THE SECRETARY OF HOMELAND SECURITY THE ASSISTANT TO THE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF OF STAFF THE UNITED STATES TRADE REPRESENTATIVE THE UNITED STATES PERMANENT

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    Imposing Duties to Address the Flow of Illicit Drugs Across Our Northern Border

    February 1, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U. S.

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    Immediate Assessment of Aviation Safety

    January 30, 2025

    MEMORANDUM FOR THE SECRETARY OF TRANSPORTATION THE ADMINISTRATOR OF THE FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION

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    Reinstating Service Members Discharged Under the Military’s COVID-19 Vaccination Mandate

    January 27, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered:

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    Restoring America’s Fighting Force

    January 27, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered:

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    Prioritizing Military Excellence and Readiness

    January 27, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, and as Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces of the United States, and to ensure the readiness and effectiveness of our Armed Forces, it is hereby ordered:

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    The Iron Dome for America

    January 27, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including my authority as Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces of the United States, it is hereby ordered:

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    Declassification of Records Concerning the Assassinations of President John F. Kennedy, Senator Robert F. Kennedy, and the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

    January 23, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered as follows:

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    Designation Of Ansar Allah as a Foreign Terrorist Organization

    January 22, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U. S.

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    Designating Cartels And Other Organizations As Foreign Terrorist Organizations And Specially Designated Global Terrorists

    January 20, 2025

    DESIGNATING CARTELS AND OTHER ORGANIZATIONS AS FOREIGN TERRORIST ORGANIZATIONS AND SPECIALLY DESIGNATED GLOBAL TERRORISTS

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    Organization of the National Security Council and Subcommittees

    January 20, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, I hereby direct the following:

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    Declaring a National Energy Emergency

    January 20, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including the National Emergencies Act (50 U. S.

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    Clarifying The Military’s Role In Protecting The Territorial Integrity Of The United States

    January 20, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered:

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    Memorandum to Resolve the Backlog of Security Clearances for Executive Office of the President Personnel

    January 20, 2025

    The Executive Office of the President requires qualified and trusted personnel to execute its mandate on behalf of the American people. There is a backlog created by the Biden Administration in the processing of security clearances of individuals hired to work in the Executive Office of the President.

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    Holding Former Government Officials Accountable For Election Interference And Improper Disclosure Of Sensitive Governmental Information

    January 20, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered:

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    Application Of Protecting Americans From Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act To TikTok

    January 20, 2025

    APPLICATION OF PROTECTING AMERICANS FROM FOREIGN ADVERSARY CONTROLLED APPLICATIONS ACT TO TIKTOK

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    Ending The Weaponization Of The Federal Government

    January 20, 2025

    By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, and section 301 of title 3, United States Code, it is hereby ordered as follows:

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    First Lady Melania Trump Honors Military Mothers, the Soul of our Nation

    May 6, 2026

    “I often think about the brave people who make the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. ” First Lady Melania Trump opened her remarks at today’s White House tribute to military mothers, in advance of Mother’s Day.

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    Congressional Bill S. 4465 Signed into Law

    April 30, 2026

    S. 4465, which amends the FISA Amendments Act of 2008 to extend the authorities of title VII of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978, and for other purposes.

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    Congressional Bill H.R. 7147 Signed into Law

    April 30, 2026

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    Congressional Bill H.R.8322 Signed into Law

    April 18, 2026

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    First Lady Melania Trump Embraces Love of Country & Family to United States Armed Forces

    February 13, 2026

    First Lady Melania Trump shared a nostalgia-filled message about the role love letters have played in America’s military community in her remarks to military families and service members at Pope Army Airfield and Fort Bragg in North Carolina.

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    First Lady Melania Trump Holds Private Meeting with Freed American-Israeli Hostage Keith Siegel After Helping Secure His Release

    February 4, 2026

    First Lady Melania Trump engaged in a private meeting with freed American-Israeli hostage Keith Siegel in the White House today. The First Lady’s sit-down with Aviva Siegel in January 2025 sparked a series of events that ultimately led to Keith Siegel’s liberation from Hamas.

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    America 250: Presidential Message on the Anniversary of Our Victory in the Mexican-American War

    February 2, 2026

    Today marks the 178th anniversary of our Nation’s triumph in the Mexican-American War—a legendary victory that secured the American Southwest, reasserted American sovereignty, and expanded the promise of American independence across our majestic continent.

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    Statement on President Trump’s Comprehensive Plan to End the Gaza Conflict

    January 16, 2026

    Yesterday, President Donald J. Trump congratulated the formation of the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG), a vital step forward in implementing Phase Two of his Comprehensive Plan to End the Gaza Conflict—a 20-point roadmap for lasting peace, stability, reconstruction, and prosperity in the regio

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    Presidential Message on the Sixth Birthday of the United States Space Force

    December 20, 2025

    On December 20, 2019, I established the United States Space Force—America’s Guardians of the High Frontier—as the sixth branch of our Armed Forces. Today, our Nation thanks the incredible Guardians who serve with honor and distinction and protect our people, our homeland, and our glorious way of life beyond the bounds

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    Congressional Bill S. 1071 Signed into Law

    December 18, 2025

    On Thursday, December 18, 2025, the President signed into law:

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    Statement by the President

    December 18, 2025

    Today, I have signed into law S. 1071, the “National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026” (the “Act”).

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    Congressional Bills H.R. 452, H.R. 970, H.R. 983, H.R. 1912 AND S. 616 Signed into Law

    December 12, 2025

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    America 250: Presidential Message on the Anniversary of our Victory in the Spanish-American War

    December 10, 2025

    On December 10, 1898, the United States signed a historic peace treaty to end the momentous Spanish-American War. The treaty reaffirmed the “Monroe Doctrine” by ending the age-old European foothold in the Western Hemisphere and signaled to the entire world that America was emerging as a major superpower not to be under

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    First Lady Melania Trump Calls for Love During the Holiday Season, Partners with Toys for Tots & Supports Military Families

    December 8, 2025

    “This Christmas season, you, your friends, and your families should wish for the ultimate gift – love. After all, love travels further than Santa’s sleigh and America’s Ospreys,” affirmed First Lady Melania Trump.

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    First Lady Melania Trump Joins Military Spouses for American Red Cross Holiday Care Package Event at Joint Base Andrews

    December 1, 2025

    First Lady Melania Trump visited Joint Base Andrews to celebrate the beginning of the Christmas season and honor the strength and service of America’s military families. Mrs.

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    Congressional Bills S.260, H.R. 998 and H.R. 2316 Signed into Law

    November 25, 2025

    On Tuesday, November 25, 2025, the President signed into law:

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    Readout of Peace Talks in Geneva

    November 23, 2025

    Between Secretary Rubio, Special Envoy Witkoff, Mr.

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    Joint Statement on United States-Ukraine Meeting

    November 23, 2025

    On 23 November 2025, representatives of the United States and Ukraine met in Geneva for discussions on the U. S.

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    Congressional Bill H.R. 5371 Signed into Law

    November 12, 2025

    On Wednesday, November 12, 2025, the President signed into law:

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    Joint Declaration by the Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia and the Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Thailand on the outcomes of their meeting in Kuala Lampur, Malaysia

    October 26, 2025

    We, the Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia and the Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Thailand, as witnessed by the President of the United States of America and the Prime Minister of Malaysia, having met in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on October 26, 2025, declare the following:

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    Presidential Message on the 78th Birthday of the United States Air Force

    September 18, 2025

    Since 1947, the men and women of the United States Air Force have been the fearless guardians of our skies, heroically maintaining order, stability, and peace among the clouds and across our horizons. On the 78th birthday of the United States Air Force, we celebrate this storied branch’s enduring legacy as the most eli

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    Presidential Message on the 235th Birthday of the United States Coast Guard

    August 4, 2025

    For 235 years, the United States Coast Guard has secured our waterways and defended our homeland as America’s premier maritime law enforcement agency. They never flinch in their mission to patrol and protect.

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    Presidential Message on 83rd Anniversary of the Battle of Guadalcanal

    August 2, 2025

    At dawn on August 7, 1942, thousands of young, fierce, and tenacious American patriots stormed the shores of Red Beach, commencing the epic Battle of Guadalcanal—a roaring display of American might and one of the most consequential military conflicts in the history of our country. Today, our Nation pays tribute to ever

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