Defense Directives

Strengthening Actions Taken to Adjust Imports of Aluminum, Steel, and Copper Into the United States

Published: Thu 2nd Apr 26

This Presidential Proclamation modifies and strengthens existing Section 232 tariff regimes on imports of aluminum, steel, and copper, building upon prior actions established in Proclamations 9704, 9705, and 10962.

The President determined that the tariffs are effectively strengthening domestic industries, but further adjustments are necessary to address identified national security threats more completely.

Key modifications include applying the additional *ad valorem* duties to the full customs value of imported articles and their derivatives, regardless of the percentage of metal content, while setting new specific tariff rates (50% or 25%) for certain articles and granting reduced rates for products sourced from the United Kingdom or made entirely from U.S. metals.

The proclamation also terminates prior inclusion processes for derivative articles, authorizing the Secretary of Commerce and the Trade Representative to jointly determine future inclusions.

Further Continuance of the Federal Emergency Management Agency Review Council

Published: Tue 24th Mar 26

This Presidential Action orders the further continuance of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Review Council, established by Executive Order 14180 and continued by Executive Order 14378, extending its existence until 10 days after its required report submission or May 29, 2026, whichever is earlier.

The order additionally delegates the functions of the President related to the Federal Advisory Committee Act concerning this council to the Secretary of Homeland Security and explicitly supersedes the relevant sections of the prior continuation order, Executive Order 14378.

Preserving America’s Game

Published: Fri 20th Mar 26

This Presidential Action establishes a policy preventing any college football game, specifically CFP or other postseason contests, from being broadcast in a manner that directly conflicts with the traditionally scheduled Army-Navy Game on the second Saturday in December.

The order directs the Secretary of Commerce and the Chairman of the FCC to coordinate with the CFP Committee, the NCAA, and media partners to establish an exclusive broadcast window for "America's Game." Furthermore, the FCC Chairman is required to review whether public interest obligations of broadcast licensees mandate keeping the Army-Navy Game as a national service event.

Adjusting Certain Delegations Under the Defense Production Act

Published: Fri 13th Mar 26

This Presidential Action amends Executive Order 13603 by granting the Secretary of Energy independent authority alongside the Secretary of Commerce in exercising powers delegated under the Defense Production Act (DPA).

Furthermore, the order clarifies that agency heads are not required to recommend actions to the President under Executive Order 14156 concerning a national energy emergency if that specific action authority has already been delegated to them via the DPA or other means.

Commitment to Countering Cartel Criminal Activity

This Presidential Proclamation, issued by Donald J. Trump on March 7, 2026, formally declares the administration's sustained commitment to dismantling cartels and foreign terrorist organizations operating in the Western Hemisphere, referencing the establishment of the Americas Counter Cartel Coalition.

The proclamation directs that these criminal entities must be demolished to the fullest extent possible consistent with law, mandates coordination with allies to strip them of financing and resources, commits the U.S. to training and mobilizing partner nation militaries, and calls for keeping external threats, including malign foreign influences, outside the region.

Ratepayer Protection Pledge Proclamation

This Presidential Proclamation formally recognizes the Ratepayer Protection Pledge, dated March 4, 2026, which secures commitments from seven leading technology companies (hyperscalers and AI firms) to finance the full cost of new electricity generation resources and power delivery infrastructure required for their expanding data centers.

The core purpose of the action is to safeguard American households from increased electricity costs resulting from the escalating energy demands of data centers and artificial intelligence development, while simultaneously bolstering U.S. economic and technological leadership by ensuring this infrastructure growth occurs domestically.

Promoting the National Defense by Ensuring an Adequate Supply of Elemental Phosphorus and Glyphosate-Based Herbicides

This Presidential Action invokes the Defense Production Act to declare elemental phosphorus and glyphosate-based herbicides critical materials for national defense and food supply security, citing limited domestic production capacity and vulnerability to foreign reliance.

The action delegates authority to the Secretary of Agriculture, in consultation with the Secretary of War, to set nationwide priorities and allocate necessary materials, services, and facilities to ensure a continued and adequate domestic supply, specifically directing the Secretary to safeguard the corporate viability of domestic producers.

President George Washington’s Birthday, 2026

This Presidential Proclamation, issued on February 16, 2026, reserves the date to honor the life, service, and legacy of George Washington, the first President of the United States, particularly in the context of the Nation's 250th anniversary of independence.

The document details Washington's pivotal role in the Revolution, his defense of the rule of law (such as during the Whiskey Rebellion), his precedent-setting tenure as the first President, and his insistence that national virtue stems from faith in the Creator.

Ultimately, the action formally proclaims February 16, 2026, a reserved holiday to show gratitude for Washington's indelible contributions to American sovereignty and freedom.