Directives Published September 2025

Presidential directives and executive orders issued by the White House in September 2025.

Summary

  • 30th Sep 25 * Directed federal agencies to leverage Artificial Intelligence (AI) to accelerate research, diagnostics, and treatment for pediatric cancer, focusing specifically on enhancing the capabilities of the Childhood Cancer Data Initiative (CCDI). View
  • 30th Sep 25 * The President proclaimed tariffs on imported timber, lumber, and derivative products based on a national security finding under Section 232, setting initial rates of 10% and 25% with scheduled increases. View
  • 30th Sep 25 The President ordered the continuance of fifty-two specific Federal Advisory Committees until September 30, 2027, superseding previous orders and delegating management functions under the Federal Advisory Committee Act to agency heads. View
  • 29th Sep 25 * The United States established a formal policy to guarantee the security of the State of Qatar against external aggression, requiring joint defense planning and commitment to diplomatic, economic, or military response measures. View
  • 25th Sep 25 * The Attorney General and the U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia were directed to fully enforce federal death penalty laws in D.C. for all appropriate, heinous crimes. View
  • 25th Sep 25 * Issued NSPM-7 directing a national strategy led by the JTTFs to investigate and disrupt organized domestic terrorism, politically motivated violence, and associated conspiracy networks utilizing enhanced prosecutorial and financial disruption tools. View
  • 25th Sep 25 The President proclaimed Sunday, September 28, 2025, as Gold Star Mother's and Family's Day, calling for the display of the U.S. flag to honor families of fallen service members. View
  • 25th Sep 25 The President determined a proposed divestiture framework for TikTok's U.S. operations was a qualified divestiture, directed a 120-day enforcement delay for its completion, and amended prior orders related to ByteDance. View
  • 22nd Sep 25 The president designated Antifa as a domestic terrorist organization and instructed relevant agencies to investigate and dismantle its operations. View
  • 22nd Sep 25 A presidential proclamation designated September 15 through October 15, 2025, as National Hispanic Heritage Month. View
  • 19th Sep 25 The president restricted entry for certain H-1B nonimmigrant workers, imposed a $100,000 fee on petitions, and initiated rulemakings to revise prevailing wage levels and prioritize high-skilled workers. View
  • 19th Sep 25 President Trump proclaimed September 19, 2025, as National POW/MIA Recognition Day, honoring American POWs and MIAs and reaffirming the commitment to account for those still missing. View
  • 19th Sep 25 The President established the Gold Card immigration program, requiring significant financial contributions in exchange for expedited immigrant visas. View
  • 18th Sep 25 President Trump proclaimed Constitution Week 2025, emphasizing civic education and the importance of upholding the US Constitution. View
  • 18th Sep 25 The US and UK governments established a collaborative framework to advance AI, civil nuclear energy, and quantum technologies, and to strengthen research security and international standards. View
  • 16th Sep 25 An emergency board was established to investigate and report on labor disputes between the Long Island Rail Road and its employees, maintaining the existing conditions for 120 days. View
  • 16th Sep 25 The President extended the TikTok enforcement delay until December 16, 2025, instructed the Department of Justice to refrain from enforcement during this period, and asserted exclusive federal authority over enforcement. View
  • 15th Sep 25 The President sent nine nominations to the Senate for US Attorney and District/Circuit Judge positions. View
  • 15th Sep 25 A Memphis Safe Task Force was established and the National Guard was mobilized to address high violent crime rates in Memphis. View
  • 11th Sep 25 The President proclaimed September 11, 2025, as Patriot Day, honoring victims of the 9/11 attacks and directing the display of the U.S. flag at half-staff. View
  • 10th Sep 25 A presidential proclamation was issued ordering flags to be flown at half-staff to honor Charlie Kirk. View
  • 9th Sep 25 The President directed the Secretary of Health and Human Services and the Commissioner of Food and Drugs to increase transparency and accuracy in direct-to-consumer prescription drug advertising and to enforce existing regulations. View
  • 6th Sep 25 The President issued an executive order changing the Department of Defense's name to the Department of War and altering associated titles. View
  • 6th Sep 25 The President modified reciprocal tariffs, updated the HTSUS, and established procedures for implementing framework and final trade agreements to address national security threats and large and persistent U.S. goods trade deficits. View
  • 5th Sep 25 The president issued an executive order designating foreign countries supporting wrongful detention of U.S. nationals, implementing sanctions and other measures to protect U.S. citizens. View
  • 4th Sep 25 The President issued an order implementing the US-Japan agreement, establishing tariffs, modifying existing trade actions, and facilitating substantial Japanese investments in American industries. View
  • 4th Sep 25 The President sent numerous nominations to the Senate for various government positions, and also withdrew several previous nominations. View
  • 2nd Sep 25 The President sent nominations for multiple ambassadorships, a Federal Reserve governorship, and numerous federal judgeships to the Senate. View

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

This executive order aims to strengthen efforts to protect U.S. nationals from wrongful detention abroad.

It empowers the Secretary of State to designate foreign countries as 'State Sponsors of Wrongful Detention' based on specific criteria, triggering responses including sanctions, travel restrictions, and limitations on assistance and exports.

The order clarifies definitions, addresses other detaining entities, and includes provisions for the termination of designations.

Implementing The United States–Japan Agreement

This Presidential order implements a framework agreement with Japan, aiming to create a more balanced and reciprocal trade relationship.

It establishes a 15% baseline tariff on most Japanese imports, but provides exceptions for certain goods like generic pharmaceuticals and natural resources unavailable in the US. Japan, in return, commits to significantly increased purchases of US agricultural products and a substantial $550 billion investment in the American economy, targeted by the US Government.

The order also modifies or eliminates previous tariffs on aerospace products and automobiles in light of the new agreement, with specific agencies tasked to oversee the implementation and monitor progress.

This aims to enhance national security and increase economic growth.

The President submitted a series of nominations to the Senate for various key positions within the executive branch.

These nominations include individuals for roles in agencies such as Labor, Commerce, Treasury, Transportation, and the Central Intelligence Agency, among others.

Additionally, several previous nominations were noted with withdrawal notices having been sent to the Senate earlier in 2025.

Nominations Sent to the Senate

Published: Tue 2nd Sep 25

President Biden sent to the Senate a slate of nominations for various key positions.

These include nominations for ambassadors to Bangladesh, India, Bahrain, Jordan, and Iceland; a Federal Reserve Board member; and several federal judgeships in Mississippi, Alabama, and the District of Columbia.

The nominations span diverse fields and require Senate confirmation.