This executive order aims to restore freedom of speech by prohibiting federal government censorship and investigating past actions that allegedly violated free speech rights.

It declares a policy to protect free speech, directs investigations and corrective actions regarding past censorship, and clarifies that no federal resources may be used for unconstitutional speech restrictions.

The order also includes provisions to avoid interfering with existing agency authority, dependent on existing appropriations and creating no new legal rights or benefits.

This executive order, issued January 20, 2025, revokes numerous executive orders and actions from the preceding administration.

The order cites concerns about the previous administration's policies on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI); border security; and climate change, deeming them unpopular, inflationary, illegal, and radical.

The order directs several agencies and officials to review and rescind affected policies and actions, initiating a broader effort to restore what is described as common sense to the federal government.

On January 20, 2025, President Trump announced the designation of numerous chairmen and acting chairmen for various federal commissions and boards.

The appointments cover a wide range of agencies, including those responsible for communications, energy, labor, finance, and transportation, signaling a significant reshuffling of leadership across the federal government.