Finance Directives

Nomination Sent to the Senate

Published: Wed 10th Jun 26

This official White House communication serves as an announcement that the President has forwarded a specific nomination to the Senate for confirmation proceedings.

Specifically, the action notifies the public that Brian Johnson of Ohio has been nominated to serve a five-year term as the Director of the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection.

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National Security Presidential Memorandum/NSPM-11

This National Security Presidential Memorandum directs the comprehensive acceleration and responsible integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) across the entire national security enterprise, including intelligence and warfighting domains.

The action is guided by four central policy pillars: Adoption of AI to enhance operational effectiveness, Adaptation by leveraging commercial and open-source technologies, Assurance that all AI is reliable and controllable, and Accountability to ensure AI use upholds U.S. civil liberties and the constitutional chain of command.

The memorandum mandates specific timelines for agency heads to update directives, establish governance frameworks, develop crucial computing infrastructure roadmaps, build AI talent reserves, and implement rigorous security testing methodologies, while also rescinding prior relevant guidance.

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Restoring Integrity to America’s Financial System

This Presidential Action directs federal agencies to strengthen the integrity and safety of the U.S. financial system by mitigating risks associated with illicit cross-border finance and unsafe lending practices.

The order tasks the Secretary of the Treasury with issuing an advisory detailing red flags for financial abuse related to unauthorized employment and payroll schemes, and proposing changes to Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) regulations to enhance customer due diligence, potentially considering lawful immigration status when assessing risk.

Furthermore, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is directed to clarify that potential deportation and loss of wages should be considered factors in assessing a non-work-authorized borrower's ability to repay a loan, aiming to safeguard the national banking system against structural credit risks.

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Integrating Financial Technology Innovation into Regulatory Frameworks

Published: Tue 19th May 26

This Presidential Action establishes a policy framework to foster financial innovation by integrating financial technology (fintech) into traditional financial services and payment systems.

The order directs Federal financial regulators to review and update regulations, guidance, and supervisory practices within 90 days to reduce barriers for fintech firms, especially those seeking partnerships or bank/credit union charters.

Furthermore, the President requests the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System to conduct a comprehensive evaluation, report within 120 days, and potentially establish transparent procedures for granting direct access to Reserve Bank payment services for uninsured depository institutions and non-bank financial companies involved in novel activities like digital assets.

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Nominations Sent to the Senate

Published: Tue 12th May 26

This document, categorized under Presidential Actions on The White House website, officially lists several individuals whose nominations have been sent to the Senate for consideration and confirmation to serve as United States District Judges for various districts and United States Circuit Judges for specific circuits.

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This Presidential Action document transmits a list of personnel nominations to the Senate for confirmation across various federal departments, including the Treasury, Homeland Security, State Department, and Labor Department, alongside the formal withdrawal of one prior nomination for a Public Health Service position.

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Imposing Sanctions on Those Responsible for Repression in Cuba and for Threats to United States National Security and Foreign Policy

This Presidential Action, issued under the authority granted by the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) and the National Emergencies Act (NEA), builds upon the national emergency declared in Executive Order 14380 concerning the policies and actions of the Government of Cuba.

The order directs the Secretary of State and Secretary of the Treasury to block the property and interests in property of foreign persons determined to be involved in operating within key destabilizing sectors of the Cuban economy, engaging in serious human rights abuses, or corruption.

Furthermore, it suspends the entry of such designated aliens into the United States and authorizes sanctions, including blocking U.S.-held assets, against foreign financial institutions that facilitate transactions for blocked persons.

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Promoting Retirement-Savings Access for American Workers by Establishing TrumpIRA.gov

Published: Thu 30th Apr 26

This Presidential Action establishes a policy framework to expand retirement savings opportunities for American workers who do not have access to employer-sponsored plans, such as independent contractors and small business employees.

Key actions include directing the Secretary of the Treasury to create the website TrumpIRA.gov by January 1, 2027, to list high-quality, low-cost Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) that meet strict expense ratio standards (limited to 0.15%).

The order also mandates steps to help eligible individuals access the Federal Saver's Match benefit established under the SECURE 2.0 Act and requires collaboration to ensure worker protections and issue legislative recommendations to codify these provisions.

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