REDUCING ANTI-COMPETITIVE REGULATORY BARRIERS

The executive order titled “Reducing Anti-Competitive Regulatory Barriers” aims to identify and remove anti-competitive regulations that may be hindering economic growth by limiting competition in the market. The order directs various agencies, including the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Department of Justice (DOJ), to conduct reviews of their existing regulations and identify those that…

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Adjusting Imports of Aluminum into The United States

This proclamation is an important step towards protecting American manufacturing and national security by imposing duties on certain imported aluminum articles. It recognizes that foreign nations are taking advantage of trade imbalances to undercut domestic producers, which threatens the economic health of the United States. By targeting specific countries for these tariffs, the proclamation also…

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ENSURING NATIONAL SECURITY AND ECONOMIC RESILIENCE THROUGH SECTION 232 ACTIONS ON PROCESSED CRITICAL MINERALS AND DERIVATIVE PRODUCTS

The US government’s action to address the national security risks posed by dependence on foreign sources for processed critical minerals and derivative products is a timely and necessary step towards ensuring energy independence and economic resilience. The order lays out a comprehensive plan that includes measures such as tariffs, policies to incentivize domestic production, processing,…

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Suspension of Security Clearances and Evaluation of Government Contracts

The Executive Order from President Trump directs several agencies to take actions, including suspending security clearances and evaluating government contracts with Covington & Burling LLP, a law firm that assisted Special Counsel Jack Smith during his time as Special Counsel. The order also directs the Office of Management and Budget to review all Government contracts…

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TRANSPARENCY REGARDING FOREIGN INFLUENCEAT AMERICAN UNIVERSITIES

President Trump’s executive order aims to increase transparency regarding foreign influence on American universities by requiring schools to disclose information about their financial relationships with foreign governments or entities. The order also directs the Department of Education to work with other federal agencies to investigate and take action against non-compliant institutions. Overall, the order seeks…

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PROTECTING THE UNITED STATES FROM FOREIGN TERRORISTS AND OTHERNATIONAL SECURITY AND PUBLIC SAFETY THREATS

The order establishes a comprehensive approach to enhance national security and public safety, particularly with regards to foreign nationals who pose a threat to the United States. It mandates enhanced vetting and screening of aliens seeking admission to the country, as well as those already present in the United States. The order also requires the…

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MEMORANDUM FOR THE SECRETARY OF STATE THE SECRETARY OF DEFENSETHE SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES THE ADMINISTRATOR OF THE UNITED STATES AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

The President has revoked a 2021 Presidential Memorandum and reinstated a 2017 one regarding the Mexico City Policy. This policy restricts U.S. funding for international organizations that provide or support abortion services, including coercive abortion methods. The new policy aims to prevent taxpayer dollars from being used to fund organizations that support or participate in…

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