Directives Published March 2025

Summary

• 31st Mar 25 The President established the United States Investment Accelerator to expedite high-value investments and improve the US economic climate. View
• 28th Mar 25 A task force was established to improve public safety and aesthetics in Washington D.C., a beautification program was initiated, and federal resources and agencies were directed to enhance safety and cleanliness throughout the city. View
• 28th Mar 25 The presidential order amended Executive Order 12171, excluding specific agencies and subdivisions from federal labor-management relations programs, delegated authority to relevant Secretaries for further exclusions, and mandated a review of other national security agencies for potential exclusions. View
• 27th Mar 25 The President issued an executive order to restore truth and accuracy in American history, specifically targeting the Smithsonian and Independence Hall, directing funding changes, and reviewing the status of public monuments. View
• 27th Mar 25 The President issued an executive order to address perceived risks from WilmerHale, suspending security clearances, reviewing government contracts, and limiting interactions with federal agencies. View
• 26th Mar 25 A 25% tariff was imposed on imported automobiles and certain auto parts to protect US national security, addressing supply chain vulnerabilities and unfair foreign competition. View
• 26th Mar 25 An executive grant of clemency, including a full and unconditional pardon, was issued to Devon Archer for offenses in United States v. Archer, l:16-cr-371. View
• 25th Mar 25 The President ordered a review of Jenner & Block LLP's security clearances, reviewed and potentially terminated government contracts associated with the firm, and limited federal government interaction with its employees. View
• 25th Mar 25 The President issued an order to strengthen election integrity by enforcing citizenship requirements, improving voter list accuracy, enhancing voting system security, preventing foreign interference, and prosecuting election crimes. View
• 25th Mar 25 The order mandated enhanced payment verification procedures, consolidated core financial systems, reduced Non-Treasury Disbursing Offices, and required agencies to submit compliance plans. View
• 25th Mar 25 The President ordered the immediate declassification of materials related to the FBI's Crossfire Hurricane investigation, with specified exceptions. View
• 25th Mar 25 The President ordered a phase-out of paper check disbursements and receipts for all federal payments by September 30, 2025, with exceptions for specific cases, to enhance efficiency and security. View
• 24th Mar 25 A 25% tariff was imposed on goods imported from countries importing Venezuelan oil, citing national security concerns and the ongoing situation in Venezuela. View
• 24th Mar 25 President Trump proclaimed March 25, 2025, as Greek Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of Greek and American Democracy. View
• 22nd Mar 25 The president directed the Attorney General and the Secretary of Homeland Security to prioritize enforcement of regulations governing attorney conduct, to seek sanctions against attorneys and law firms engaging in frivolous litigation, and to review past conduct for further action, including reassessment of security clearances and contract terminations. View
• 22nd Mar 25 Security clearances and access to classified information were revoked from Antony Blinken, Jacob Sullivan, Lisa Monaco, Mark Zaid, Norman Eisen, Letitia James, Alvin Bragg, Andrew Weissmann, Hillary Clinton, Elizabeth Cheney, Kamala Harris, Adam Kinzinger, Fiona Hill, Alexander Vindman, Joseph R. Biden Jr., and any other member of his family. View
• 21st Mar 25 The President revoked Executive Order 14237 concerning Paul Weiss LLP following the firm's adoption of policies aimed at promoting equality, justice, and national unity. View
• 21st Mar 25 Federal agencies were directed to improve data access and sharing to combat waste, fraud, and abuse, and to review classified information policies. View
• 21st Mar 25 The president delegated authority to OPM to make final suitability determinations for federal employees, mandated rulemaking to establish suitable procedures, and directed the publication of the memorandum in the Federal Register. View
• 20th Mar 25 The President issued an executive order consolidating domestic federal procurement under the General Services Administration to increase efficiency and reduce waste. View
• 20th Mar 25 The President issued an executive order to expedite domestic mineral production, prioritize mineral projects in federal lands, and incentivize private and public capital investment. View
• 20th Mar 25 The Presidential Action ordered the closure of the Department of Education and the return of educational authority to the states, aiming to improve educational outcomes by removing federal control and combating what it defined as illegal discrimination and gender ideology in education. View
• 19th Mar 25 This presidential action removed references to a ‘Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility’ precept from Foreign Service criteria, directed departments to cease considering race and other protected characteristics in personnel decisions, and initiated an investigation into past discriminatory practices. View
• 19th Mar 25 The president issued an order to empower state and local governments' roles in national resilience, review and update related federal policies, and create a National Risk Register to inform future investments and budget priorities. View
• 15th Mar 25 The President invoked the Alien Enemies Act to apprehend, detain, and remove members of the Tren de Aragua, a designated foreign terrorist organization, deemed to be invading the United States. View
• 15th Mar 25 The President issued an executive order to continue the reduction of the federal bureaucracy, eliminating or significantly downsizing several agencies and requiring compliance reports from agency heads. View
• 15th Mar 25 The President ordered security clearance reviews for Paul Weiss employees and Mark Pomerantz, ceased the provision of government goods and services to Paul Weiss, reviewed and terminated contracts with Paul Weiss or entities doing business with it, and restricted access to Federal Government buildings and interactions for Paul Weiss employees. View
• 15th Mar 25 President Trump revoked numerous executive actions from the Biden administration, including orders related to COVID-19 response, minimum wage for federal contractors, energy policy, and various Department of Defense initiatives. View
• 11th Mar 25 The memorandum directed executive agencies to request security from plaintiffs seeking injunctions against the Federal Government in accordance with Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 65(c). View
• 11th Mar 25 The President sent numerous nominations to the Senate for key positions in various departments and agencies. View
• 9th Mar 25 The President proclaimed March 9, 2025, as U.S. Hostage and Wrongful Detainee Day and called upon Americans to observe the day with relevant programs and activities. View
• 8th Mar 25 The President ordered a revision of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program to exclude organizations engaged in substantial illegal activities from eligibility. View
• 7th Mar 25 A White House Task Force was established to coordinate government preparations for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup and the 2026 FIFA World Cup. View
• 7th Mar 25 A Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and a United States Digital Asset Stockpile were established to manage government-held digital assets, with the Treasury Department assigned oversight and agencies required to report their holdings. View
• 6th Mar 25 The President amended tariffs on Mexican goods to mitigate negative consequences for the US automotive industry, reducing certain duties and lowering the potash tariff. View
• 6th Mar 25 The President ordered a review of security clearances for Perkins Coie employees, terminated government contracts with the firm and related entities, and initiated investigations into racial discrimination allegations. View
• 6th Mar 25 The president amended tariffs on Canadian goods, reducing duties on certain automotive parts and potash to support the US automotive industry and workers. View
• 5th Mar 25 The Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge was renamed the Jocelyn Nungaray National Wildlife Refuge to honor a 12-year-old victim of a crime allegedly committed by individuals who illegally entered the country. View
• 3rd Mar 25 The President amended a previous executive order to increase tariffs on Chinese goods to 20 percent in response to insufficient PRC action against the fentanyl crisis. View
• 3rd Mar 25 The President amended Executive Order 14194, revising the duty-free treatment provision for goods to address the situation at the southern border and clarified processes for collecting tariff revenues. View
• 3rd Mar 25 The President amended Executive Order 14193 to adjust duty-free de minimis treatment for specified articles concerning illicit drug flows across the northern border, contingent on confirmation of adequate tariff processing systems. View
• 2nd Mar 25 The President ordered an investigation into the national security risks posed by imported timber, lumber, and derivative products, mandating the Secretary of Commerce to submit findings and policy recommendations within 270 days. View
• 2nd Mar 25 Federal agencies were directed to increase domestic timber production, streamline permitting processes, and reduce regulatory obstacles impacting the industry. View
• 2nd Mar 25 This presidential action designated English as the official language of the United States and revoked Executive Order 13166. View