Foreign Policy Directives
Nominations and Withdrawal Sent to the Senate
The document provides a direct record of recent Presidential Actions concerning personnel decisions, specifically detailing two nominations sent to the Senate for confirmation: Michael Selig for Chairman and Commissioner of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), where he would replace a term-expired commissioner.
Additionally, the President officially withdrew the nomination of Joel Rayburn for Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs, which had been previously submitted.
This document details a series of recent presidential actions, primarily focused on sending nominations for federal positions to the Senate for confirmation, along with a supplemental list of two nominations that have been formally withdrawn from Senate consideration.
The nominations span various governmental levels, including appointments for U.S. District Judges in Louisiana, U.S. Marshals and Attorneys across several states, an Assistant Secretary of Defense, an Ambassador to Cyprus, an Assistant Secretary of State, the Chief Financial Officer for the Department of Transportation, and the Coordinator for Counterterrorism.
The withdrawals include candidates for Under Secretary of Defense and an Assistant Secretary position within the Department of Education.
Nomination Sent to the Senate
This document serves as a formal notification stating that the President has submitted the nomination of Jennifer Wicks McNamara of Virginia to serve as the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, forwarding the nomination to the Senate for their advice and consent.
National Energy Dominance Month, 2025
The document is a Presidential Proclamation issued by Donald J. Trump, the 47th President, declaring October 2025 as National Energy Dominance Month, which serves to formally recommit the administration to policies emphasizing maximum domestic production of oil, natural gas, coal, and minerals.
The President frames this through the lens of energy security being national security, contrasting current actions—such as lifting energy restrictions, reviving the coal industry, and opening new drilling sites—with policies of the previous administration, which are characterized as a "War on Coal" and an "energy emergency."
National Day of Remembrance for Charlie Kirk
President Donald J. Trump issued a Proclamation designating October 14, 2025, as a National Day of Remembrance for Charlie Kirk, who was assassinated earlier that month.
The proclamation mourns Kirk as a martyr of the conservative movement, praises his dedication to truth and debate, and calls upon Americans to gather in places of worship on that day to honor his memory, pray for peace, and renew a commitment to free exchange of ideas amidst escalating political violence.
The Trump Declaration for Enduring Peace and Prosperity
This Presidential Action document is a declaration signed by the leaders of the United States, Egypt, Qatar, and Türkiye, affirming their collective commitment to the successful implementation of the Trump Peace Agreement.
The leaders pledge to foster a new regional chapter defined by hope, security, prosperity, and mutual respect, ensuring fundamental human rights and dignity for both Palestinians and Israelis while resolutely opposing extremism and committing to diplomatic resolution of future disputes.
250th Anniversary of the Founding of the United States Navy
This Presidential Proclamation formally sets aside October 13, 2025, as a day to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States Navy by the Second Continental Congress in 1775.
The President honors the Navy’s historical role in safeguarding American sovereignty, defending freedom through every major conflict, and salutes the unwavering dedication of active duty and Reserve Sailors and their families, pledging to preserve the Navy's legacy.
The proclamation calls upon all Americans to observe the day with appropriate ceremonies and to honor the service and patriotism of all who have served in the maritime fighting force.
General Pulaski Memorial Day, 2025
The President issued a Proclamation designating October 11, 2025, as General Pulaski Memorial Day, using executive authority to honor Brigadier General Casimir Pulaski, a Polish nobleman who fought and died for American independence and whose sacrifice symbolizes the enduring alliance between the U.S. and Poland.
The text details Pulaski's critical military contributions, such as saving General Washington at Brandywine, and encourages all Americans to commemorate those who have advanced the nation's causes.