Agriculture Directives

Modifying the Scope of the Reciprocal Tariff with Respect to Certain Agricultural Products

This Presidential Action modifies the scope of the reciprocal tariff previously established under Executive Order 14257, as amended by Executive Order 14346.

Based on new information, ongoing negotiations, and assessments of current domestic economic factors, the President has determined it necessary to exempt certain agricultural products from the imposed ad valorem duties.

The order directs the modification of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States, effective November 13, 2025, with implementation oversight shared among the Secretaries of Commerce, Homeland Security, and the U.S. Trade Representative, utilizing powers granted under IEEPA.

Modifying Reciprocal Tariff Rates Consistent with the Economic and Trade Arrangement Between the United States and the People’s Republic of China

This Presidential Action formally implements the economic and trade Arrangement reached between the United States and the People's Republic of China (PRC) following meetings in October 2025.

Citing progress on addressing non-reciprocal trade, the action continues the suspension of heightened reciprocal tariffs previously imposed on PRC imports until November 10, 2026.

The President justifies this extension by citing commitments from the PRC to cease retaliatory actions, ease export controls on critical minerals, and exponentially increase purchases of U.S. agricultural goods, all intended to remedy the national emergency declared in Executive Order 14257.

This Presidential Action order continues the existence of fifty-two specific Federal Advisory Committees, including those related to the White House, national security, public health, trade, natural monuments, and historical preservation, until September 30, 2027.

The action supersedes sections of a prior Executive Order (EO 14109) and delegates the President's authorities under the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA) concerning these committees to the heads of their designated departments or agencies.

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.

Nominations Sent to the Senate

President Biden submitted a series of nominations to the Senate for key positions within various federal agencies.

These nominations include ambassadors to international organizations, United States Attorneys, agency leadership roles such as Chief Agricultural Negotiator and CFO of the Department of Agriculture, members of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, and the National Labor Relations Board, and the Inspector General of the Department of Agriculture.

The nominees represent diverse states and bring a range of experience to their respective positions.

Establishing the President’s Make America Beautiful Again Commission

This executive order establishes the President's Make America Beautiful Again Commission to address the significant deferred maintenance and access issues impacting America's national parks and public lands.

The commission will advise the President on responsible conservation strategies, promoting economic growth alongside environmental stewardship.

The order directs federal land management agencies to prioritize responsible resource management, expand public access for recreation, and cut bureaucratic delays.

Implementing the General Terms of The United States of America-United Kingdom Economic Prosperity Deal

President Donald J. Trump issued an executive order implementing the US-UK Economic Prosperity Deal.

The order establishes a 10% tariff-rate quota for 100,000 UK-made automobiles, eliminates tariffs on certain UK aerospace products under the WTO agreement and outlines plans for future tariff-rate quotas for UK aluminum and steel.

These actions are justified as necessary to address national security concerns and the national emergency declared in Executive Order 14257, and to deal with threats noted in Proclamations 9704, 9705, and 9888.

The White House announced a series of nominations sent to the Senate for confirmation.

These nominees have been selected for various key positions within numerous government departments, ranging from the Department of State and Veterans Affairs to Agriculture, and include Assistant Secretaries, Under Secretaries, Ambassadors, and Judges.

The nominations indicate a significant effort to fill leadership roles across the federal government.