Civil Rights Directives

National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month, 2025

President Donald J. Trump's April 2025 proclamation designates April as National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month.

It links the issue to border security and illegal immigration, citing specific cases as evidence of an increase in sexual assault linked to immigration.

The proclamation emphasizes the administration's efforts to strengthen border security, combat human trafficking, and bring about justice for victims of such crimes.

Restoring Truth and Sanity to American History

President Trump issued an executive order titled "Restoring Truth and Sanity to American History." The order addresses what it deems a concerted effort to rewrite American history with a negative and ideologically driven narrative. It targets the Smithsonian Institution, aiming to remove what it considers improper ideologies from its exhibits and programs, and securing congressional support to allocate future funding accordingly.

Additionally, it mandates infrastructure improvements at Independence National Historical Park by July 4, 2026 and directs the Secretary of the Interior to review and reinstate public monuments removed or altered to promote a distorted historical narrative.

Addressing Risks From WilmerHale

This executive order directs a comprehensive review of law firm WilmerHale's security clearances, government contracts, and employee interactions with federal agencies.

The order cites concerns about WilmerHale's alleged involvement in activities deemed detrimental to national security, election integrity, and American interests.

The President directs several agencies to take immediate action, including suspending security clearances, reviewing contracts, limiting access to government facilities, and providing guidance on future hiring practices.

The order also references similar prior executive actions as precedent.

Addressing Risks from Jenner & Block

This Presidential Action addresses concerns about Jenner & Block LLP's conduct, alleging actions detrimental to national security and American interests.

It orders a review of security clearances held by Jenner & Block employees, mandates reviews of government contracts with the firm and entities doing business with them, and restricts federal government interaction with Jenner & Block personnel, particularly Andrew Weissmann.

The order aims to prevent taxpayer funding of activities deemed harmful and to protect national security, though it may face criticism for potential overreach of executive authority.

GREEK INDEPENDENCE DAY: A NATIONAL DAY OF CELEBRATION OF GREEK AND AMERICAN DEMOCRACY, 2025

President Donald J. Trump's proclamation designates March 25, 2025, as Greek Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of Greek and American Democracy.

The proclamation commemorates the 204th anniversary of Greece's independence from the Ottoman Empire, emphasizing the enduring historical ties and shared democratic ideals between the two nations.

It highlights the ongoing strategic partnership between the US and Greece, particularly in defense and economic collaboration, and celebrates the rich contributions of Greek Americans to American society.

Removing Discrimination and Discriminatory Equity Ideology From the Foreign Service

Published: Wed 19th Mar 25

President Trump issued a memorandum to eliminate discrimination and what he terms “discriminatory equity ideology” from the Foreign Service. The memorandum directs the Secretary of State and other relevant Secretaries to revise hiring, promotion, and retention policies to be merit-based, prohibiting decisions based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin and the promotion of discriminatory equity ideology.

Existing criteria referencing ‘Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility’ are to be removed.

The Secretaries are tasked with investigating potential past discrimination and taking appropriate action.

Addressing Risks from Paul Weiss

President Trump issued an executive order targeting Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP for alleged misconduct and threats to national security.

The order directs a review of security clearances held by the firm's employees and Mark Pomerantz, mandates disclosure requirements for government contractors concerning business with Paul Weiss, and restricts government interaction with the firm.

The President cites alleged involvement in undermining the judicial process, racial discrimination, and actions taken against him by personnel from the firm as justification.

President Trump issued an executive order revoking several executive orders, memoranda, and proclamations issued by the Biden administration.

The order focuses on restoring common sense to the federal government.

Specific actions revoked include those related to COVID-19 response, foreign policy workforce revitalization, LGBTQ+ human rights, minimum wage for federal contractors, energy supply interruption, infant formula supply, solar energy, insulation, electrolyzers, heat pumps, biotechnology, multiple Department of Defense supply chains, and worker empowerment.

The order emphasizes that it does not create any new legal rights or benefits.