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Declaring a National Emergency to Secure the United States Bulk-Power System

Date: 2026-08-26

Source: whitehouse.gov

Type: presidential-action

Action areas: energy foreign-policy

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The order directs federal agencies to address a declared national emergency involving potential foreign threats to the United States bulk-power system, including risks from compromised equipment, cyber access, and supply-chain disruptions. It invokes the International Emergency Economic Powers Act and the National Emergencies Act to support additional controls over foreign-produced electric equipment used in the system.

Fifth Anniversary of the Attack at Abbey Gate

Date: 2026-08-26

Source: whitehouse.gov

Type: presidential-action

Action areas: military foreign-policy defense

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The proclamation designates August 26, 2026, as the fifth anniversary of the Abbey Gate attack in Kabul, Afghanistan, honoring the 13 U.S. service members killed, 45 wounded, and more than 160 civilians injured. It calls for remembrance of the victims and expresses commitments to support service members and military families, defend national security, and prevent similar failures.

Temporary Suspension of Additional Duties to Offset Canadian Discrimination Against the Commerce of the United States with Respect to Alcoholic Beverages, Dairy, and Motor Vehicles

Date: 2026-08-19

Source: whitehouse.gov

Type: presidential-action

Action areas: international-trade tariffs foreign-policy

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This proclamation temporarily suspends additional duties imposed on certain Canadian imports of alcoholic beverages, dairy products, and motor vehicles, effective August 19, 2026. It addresses measures the proclamation characterizes as discriminatory, including restrictions on U.S. alcoholic beverages, tariff-rate quota allocations for U.S. cheeses, and Canada’s motor vehicle tariff scheme.

Nominations Sent to the Senate

Date: 2026-08-07

Source: whitehouse.gov

Type: presidential-action

Action areas: ceremonial staffing foreign-policy

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The document lists nominations sent to the Senate on August 7, 2026, including candidates for diplomatic posts in countries such as Tonga, Madagascar, Chad, Nicaragua, and Benin. It also includes nominees for positions at the Departments of Transportation, the Interior, and Health and Human Services, the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission, and a newly created Ambassador-at-Large for the Arctic position.

Captive Nations Week, 2026

Date: 2026-07-20

Source: whitehouse.gov

Type: presidential-action

Action areas: ceremonial foreign-policy religion

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This proclamation designates Captive Nations Week for 2026 and declares solidarity with people suffering under communism and other totalitarian regimes during that observance period. It directs federal agencies to uphold and promote religious liberty, support faith-based community services through the White House Faith Office and Religious Liberty Commission, and to continue policies that oppose socialism and communism while advancing free-market and sovereignty priorities.

Strengthening Customs Enforcement

Date: 2026-06-03

Source: whitehouse.gov

Type: presidential-action

Action areas: economy foreign-policy federal-regulations

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The order directs federal agencies to strengthen customs enforcement by reforming importer of record (IOR) rules and related CBP processes, including requiring IORs to maintain minimum tangible domestic assets or increased bond coverage, to be designated and reported to U.S. Customs and Border Protection for all formal and informal entries, and to provide additional identification and disclosure data such as anticipated import volumes, year organized, ownership and beneficial ownership, business affiliations, and domestic asset information. It instructs the Secretary of Homeland Security to revise regulations and guidance under specified U.S. Code authorities, prohibit foreign IORs from filing informal entries, and modernize enforcement, compliance, and transparency measures to

Nominations and Withdrawal Sent to the Senate

Date: 2026-06-01

Source: whitehouse.gov

Type: presidential-action

Action areas: ceremonial staffing foreign-policy

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This nominations notice submits multiple individuals to the Senate for confirmation to various federal positions, including ambassadors to El Salvador, Azerbaijan, Cambodia, Equatorial Guinea, Moldova, Indonesia, Bulgaria, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Trinidad and Tobago, Paraguay, Montenegro, and others; agency leaders such as Inspector General of the Department of State, Assistant Secretary positions at Health and Human Services and State, Director of the Indian Health Service for a four-year term, Chairman of the Board of Veterans’ Appeals for six years, and a Consumer Product Safety Commission commissioner for a seven-year term starting October 27, 2024. The list also includes nominations for U.S. Attorney for the

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

Date: 2026-05-01

Source: whitehouse.gov

Type: presidential-action

Action areas: foreign-policy

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The order directs federal agencies to block and freeze all property and interests in property of foreign persons involved in specified sectors of the Cuban economy—or owned, controlled by, or supporting the Government of Cuba—or who are leaders or entities of the Cuban state, and to prohibit transactions with those designated individuals and entities. It instructs the Secretary of State and the Secretary of the Treasury, acting jointly or in consultation, to identify and designate persons meeting these criteria and to apply sanctions including asset blocking and transaction prohibitions across identified sectors such as energy, defense, metals and mining, financial services, and security.

Nominations and Withdrawal Sent to the Senate

Date: 2026-04-13

Source: whitehouse.gov

Type: presidential-action

Action areas: federal-workforce foreign-policy

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The document lists nominations and one withdrawal sent to the Senate on April 13, 2026, naming candidates for various federal positions including two Under Secretaries (Treasury; DHS Under Secretary for Management), multiple board and agency posts (NTSB member reappointment through Dec 31, 2028; two National Labor Relations Board members with specified five-year terms expiring Aug 27, 2030 and Aug 27, 2031; Chairman of the Merit Systems Protection Board), diplomatic nominations (Ambassadors to Korea and Albania), Justice Department and U.S. Marshal nominations, an Assistant Secretary of Veterans Affairs for Accountability and Whistleblower Protection, and

Greek Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of Greek and American Democracy, 2026

Date: 2026-03-24

Source: whitehouse.gov

Type: presidential-action

Action areas: ceremonial foreign-policy

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This proclamation declares March 25, 2026, as Greek Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of Greek and American Democracy. It calls on the people of the United States to observe the day with appropriate ceremonies and activities, and highlights the historical ties and shared democratic values between Greece and the United States.

U.S. Hostage and Wrongful Detainee Day, 2026

Date: 2026-03-09

Source: whitehouse.gov

Type: presidential-action

Action areas: foreign-policy defense

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This proclamation declares March 9, 2026, as U.S. Hostage and Wrongful Detainee Day, recognizing Americans held hostage or wrongfully detained and commemorating the 47th anniversary of the 1979 Iran hostage crisis. It highlights that the administration secured the release of 101 detained Americans in one year, brokered a deal to free hostages from Israel and Gaza, facilitated releases from Venezuela, Afghanistan, Russia, and Belarus, and states that an Executive Order now permits the Secretary of State to designate State Sponsors of Wrongful Detention and impose sanctions, travel restrictions, and inadmissibility on designated foreign nationals.

Commitment to Countering Cartel Criminal Activity

Date: 2026-03-07

Source: whitehouse.gov

Type: presidential-action

Action areas: defense foreign-policy public-safety

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This proclamation designates the period of March 7, 2026 as the date on which the United States proclaims a commitment to dismantle criminal cartels and foreign terrorist organizations operating in the Western Hemisphere. The proclamation directs the Secretary of War and other federal agencies to coordinate with allied governments to deprive these groups of territory, financing, and resources, and to train and mobilize partner nation militaries to eliminate cartel control and influence.

Ending Certain Tariff Actions

Date: 2026-02-21

Source: whitehouse.gov

Type: presidential-action

Action areas: tariffs international-trade foreign-policy

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The order directs federal agencies to cease the additional ad valorem duties that were imposed under several previous executive orders. These duties had been applied to certain imports from specific foreign trading partners, in response to declared national emergencies related to threats to U.S. national security, foreign policy, or economy. The order specifies that these tariffs will no longer be in effect and will cease to be collected as soon as practicable.

Addressing Threats to the United States by the Government of Iran

Date: 2026-02-06

Source: whitehouse.gov

Type: presidential-action

Action areas: foreign-policy defense international-trade

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The order directs federal agencies to continue addressing threats posed by the Government of Iran, citing a continued national emergency due to the unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security, foreign policy, and economy of the United States. It maintains sanctions and property blocking measures previously imposed to apply financial pressure on the Iranian regime and address serious human rights abuses in Iran. The order also indicates that additional measures may be necessary to deal with this national emergency, but does not specify what these might be.

Establishing an America First Arms Transfer Strategy

Date: 2026-02-06

Source: whitehouse.gov

Type: presidential-action

Action areas: defense foreign-policy industry

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The order directs federal agencies to establish and implement an America First Arms Transfer Strategy. This strategy aims to use arms transfers as a tool of foreign policy and to expand domestic production capacity. The Secretary of War is instructed to use arms sales and transfers to increase production, support domestic reindustrialization, promote innovation, and build supply chain resilience. The strategy also prioritizes arms sales to partners that invest in their own defense, play a critical role in U.S. operations, or contribute to U.S. economic security.

Modifying Duties to Address Threats to the United States by the Government of the Russian Federation

Date: 2026-02-06

Source: whitehouse.gov

Type: presidential-action

Action areas: foreign-policy international-trade defense

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The order directs federal agencies to eliminate the additional 25 percent ad valorem duty on imports from India. This decision comes after India's commitment to stop importing Russian Federation oil and increase its purchase of United States energy products, as well as its pledge to expand defense cooperation with the United States over the next decade. The removal of the tariff is deemed necessary to address the national emergency declared in response to the actions of the Russian Federation.

Addressing Threats to the United States by the Government of Cuba

Date: 2026-01-29

Source: whitehouse.gov

Type: presidential-action

Action areas: foreign-policy defense civil-rights

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The order directs federal agencies to address threats to the United States by the Government of Cuba. It identifies the Government of Cuba as an unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security and foreign policy of the United States, citing Cuba's alignment and support for various hostile countries, transnational terrorist groups, and malign actors. The order also highlights Cuba's hosting of Russia's largest overseas signals intelligence facility and its deep intelligence and defense cooperation with the People's Republic of China.

Safeguarding Venezuelan Oil Revenue for the Good of the American and Venezuelan People

Date: 2026-01-10

Source: whitehouse.gov

Type: presidential-action

Action areas: foreign-policy economy

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The order directs federal agencies to protect the Venezuelan government's deposit funds, held by the U.S. government in designated Treasury accounts, from any judicial processes such as attachment, judgment, decree, lien, execution, garnishment. These funds, derived from the sale of natural resources or diluents to the Venezuelan government, cannot be transferred, paid, exported, withdrawn, or otherwise dealt in, except as permitted by this order. The order supersedes any previous executive orders that affect these funds.

Withdrawing the United States from International Organizations, Conventions, and Treaties that Are Contrary to the Interests of the United States

Date: 2026-01-07

Source: whitehouse.gov

Type: presidential-action

Action areas: foreign-policy agencies international-trade

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The order directs federal agencies to withdraw the United States from certain international organizations, conventions, and treaties deemed contrary to the country's interests. The Secretary of State, in consultation with the United States Representative to the United Nations, was previously tasked to review all such international affiliations. Based on the review's findings, the order now dictates immediate steps to cease participation in or funding for a listed set of organizations, including various non-United Nations and United Nations entities, as permitted by law.

Winning the 6G Race

Date: 2025-12-20

Source: whitehouse.gov

Type: presidential-action

Action areas: ai economy foreign-policy

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The order directs federal agencies to prioritize the development and implementation of 6G mobile communications networks, citing their importance to national security, foreign policy, and economic prosperity. Specifically, the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information is instructed to study the 7.125-7.4 GHz spectrum frequencies for potential relocation of existing systems and reallocation for commercial use. The Secretary of State is also directed to advance these objectives through diplomatic engagements, including building a coalition of industry and foreign partners.

Restricting and Limiting the Entry of Foreign Nationals to Protect the Security of the United States

Date: 2025-12-16

Source: whitehouse.gov

Type: presidential-action

Action areas: immigration public-safety foreign-policy

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The order directs federal agencies to restrict and limit the entry of certain foreign nationals into the United States to protect national security and public safety. The Secretary of State, in coordination with the Attorney General, the Secretary of Homeland Security, and the Director of National Intelligence, identified countries with deficient screening and vetting information, leading to a full or partial suspension of admission of nationals from those countries. The U.S. Government is also instructed to engage with these countries on measures to comply with U.S. screening, vetting, immigration, and security requirements.

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

Date: 2025-12-02

Source: whitehouse.gov

Type: presidential-action

Action areas: ceremonial defense foreign-policy

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The order directs federal agencies to reaffirm the Monroe Doctrine under a new "Trump Corollary," emphasizing U.S. sovereignty and the principle of non-interference from foreign nations in the Western Hemisphere. It includes actions such as restoring U.S. privileged access through the Panama Canal, reestablishing American maritime dominance, disrupting non-market practices in international supply chain and logistics sectors, and halting the flow of drugs through Mexico. The order also mentions securing trade deals with El Salvador, Argentina, Ecuador, and Guatemala for improved market access.

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

Date: 2025-11-24

Source: whitehouse.gov

Type: presidential-action

Action areas: foreign-policy

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The order directs federal agencies to consider designating certain chapters of the Muslim Brotherhood as Foreign Terrorist Organizations and Specially Designated Global Terrorists. The Secretary of State and the Secretary of the Treasury are tasked with submitting a joint report, after consultation with the Attorney General and the Director of National Intelligence, on the potential designation of Muslim Brotherhood chapters, particularly those in Lebanon, Jordan, and Egypt. Following this, appropriate action will be taken to implement these designations.

Modifying the Scope of Tariffs on the Government of Brazil

Date: 2025-11-20

Source: whitehouse.gov

Type: presidential-action

Action areas: tariffs international-trade foreign-policy

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The order directs federal agencies to modify tariffs imposed on certain Brazilian goods. The changes include removing the additional ad valorem duty rate of 40 percent on certain agricultural products from Brazil. These modifications are a result of ongoing negotiations with the Brazilian government and will be effective for goods entered for consumption or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption from November 13, 2025. The Secretary of State, in consultation with various other officials, is tasked with implementing these changes.

Anti-Communism Week, 2025

Date: 2025-11-07

Source: whitehouse.gov

Type: presidential-action

Action areas: ceremonial foreign-policy

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The proclamation designates the week of November 2 through November 8, 2025, as Anti-Communism Week. This week is meant to serve as a remembrance of the devastation caused by communism and a reaffirmation of the nation's stance against this ideology. The proclamation does not direct any specific actions by federal agencies.

Modifying Duties Addressing the Synthetic Opioid Supply Chain in the People’s Republic of China

Date: 2025-11-04

Source: whitehouse.gov

Type: presidential-action

Action areas: china foreign-policy

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The order directs federal agencies to reduce the additional ad valorem rate of duty on articles that are products of the People's Republic of China (PRC) from 20 percent to 10 percent, effective November 10, 2025. This reduction is in response to the PRC's commitment to take significant measures to end the flow of synthetic opioids, including fentanyl, to the United States. The Secretary of Homeland Security, in consultation with other agencies, is instructed to monitor the PRC's progress and may modify the order if necessary.

Nomination Sent to the Senate

Date: 2025-10-20

Source: whitehouse.gov

Type: presidential-action

Action areas: ceremonial foreign-policy

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The order directs the Senate to consider the nomination of Jennifer Wicks McNamara, from Virginia, for the position of Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to the Socialist Republic of Vietnam.

The Trump Declaration for Enduring Peace and Prosperity

Date: 2025-10-13

Source: whitehouse.gov

Type: presidential-action

Action areas: foreign-policy

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The order directs federal agencies to support the implementation of the Trump Peace Agreement, aimed at ending conflict in the Middle East, particularly in Gaza. It emphasizes the need for peaceful coexistence, respect for all faith communities, and the dismantling of extremism. The directive also commits to resolving future disputes through diplomacy and negotiation, and to promoting education, opportunity, and mutual respect as foundations for lasting peace.

Leif Erikson Day, 2025

Date: 2025-10-09

Source: whitehouse.gov

Type: presidential-action

Action areas: ceremonial foreign-policy

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This proclamation designates October 9, 2025, as "Leif Erikson Day" to honor the legacy of the Norse Viking explorer and to celebrate Nordic-American heritage. It encourages Americans to commemorate the contributions of Nordic Americans with suitable ceremonies and programs. This follows a joint resolution (Public Law 88-566) approved by Congress on September 2, 1964, authorizing the President to proclaim October 9 each year as "Leif Erikson Day."

Nominations Sent to the Senate

Date: 2025-10-08

Source: whitehouse.gov

Type: presidential-action

Action areas: ceremonial foreign-policy

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The directive communicates the nomination of Lee Lipton, from Florida, to serve as the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to the Republic of the Philippines. This nomination has been sent to the Senate for approval.