Foreign Policy Directives
Presidential Permit Authorizing Green Corridors, LLC, to Construct, Maintain, and Operate a Commercial Elevated Guideway Border Crossing Near Laredo, Texas, at the International Boundary Between the United States and Mexico
President Donald J. Trump issued a Presidential Permit authorizing Green Corridors, LLC to construct, maintain, and operate a commercial elevated guideway border crossing near Laredo, Texas.
The permit is contingent upon Green Corridors, LLC meeting several conditions, including fulfilling funding and operational requirements, complying with environmental regulations, and obtaining necessary permits from various federal, state, and local agencies.
The project is subject to various oversight mechanisms, including regular inspections and reporting requirements; the permit is also subject to revocation or amendment at the President's discretion.
The permit clearly defines the responsibilities of Green Corridors and the respective agencies to ensure a successful and compliant project while also establishing a 5-year deadline to commence construction.
Restoring American Airspace Sovereignty
This presidential order aims to enhance the safety and security of American airspace by addressing the growing threat of drones used for criminal and terrorist activities.
It establishes a Federal Task Force to develop and propose solutions to these threats, directs the FAA to develop and implement new drone regulations, and mandates stronger enforcement of existing laws.
The order also calls for improvements in counter-drone technology, training, and information sharing among federal, state, local, and tribal agencies.
Sustaining Select Efforts to Strengthen the Nation’s Cybersecurity and Amending Executive Order 13694 and Executive Order 14144
This Presidential Action modifies Executive Orders 13694 and 14144 to bolster national cybersecurity.
Key changes include amendments to strengthen software security practices, update standards to address post-quantum cryptography threats, and leverage artificial intelligence in cyber defense.
The order also mandates increased collaboration between government agencies and the private sector, aiming to create a more resilient and secure digital infrastructure.
National Ocean Month, 2025
President Trump's 2025 proclamation designates June as National Ocean Month, emphasizing the significance of oceans to American security, the economy, and national identity.
The proclamation highlights actions taken to bolster the nation's maritime dominance, including renaming the Gulf of Mexico, revitalizing offshore critical mineral extraction, boosting domestic seafood production, and opening the Pacific Remote Islands National Monument to commercial fishing.
The President asserts these policies foster American prosperity and protect national interests.
Enhancing National Security by Addressing Risks at Harvard University
President Trump issued a proclamation suspending the entry of foreign nationals seeking to attend Harvard University under student or exchange visitor programs.
The action cites concerns over Harvard's alleged failure to cooperate with federal investigations into national security risks and alleged misconduct among foreign students, insufficient discipline of student conduct violations, and extensive ties to foreign governments, including adversaries.
It also alleges discrimination against American students and faculty.
The president asserts that these actions are necessary to protect national security and uphold the rule of law.
The proclamation sets forth specific procedures including a 90-day review to determine whether to extend the suspension.
Reviewing Certain Presidential Actions
President Trump issued a memorandum ordering an investigation into whether former President Biden's aides misused the power of presidential signatures to conceal his alleged cognitive decline. The investigation will examine whether aides conspired to deceive the public about Biden's mental state and whether the use of an autopen to sign numerous executive actions, including clemency grants and executive orders, was unconstitutional.
The Counsel to the President will lead the investigation, working with the Attorney General and other relevant agencies.
The memorandum emphasizes that it does not create any legally enforceable rights.
Restricting The Entry of Foreign Nationals to Protect the United States from Foreign Terrorists and Other National Security and Public Safety Threats
President Trump issued a proclamation restricting entry to the United States for nationals from 19 countries.
The restrictions, effective June 9, 2025, are based on concerns about national security and public safety due to deficient vetting procedures, high visa overstay rates, and lack of cooperation from those countries.
The proclamation distinguishes between full and partial suspensions, creates exceptions for certain visa categories and individuals, and establishes a review process to reassess the restrictions every 180 days.
Adjusting Imports of Aluminum and Steel into the United States
President Trump's June 3, 2025, proclamation increases tariffs on steel and aluminum imports from 25% to 50% to protect national security and support domestic industries.
These adjustments build upon previous proclamations and actions targeting imports deemed detrimental to the country's security.
The proclamation modifies existing tariff measures and considers special treatment for imports from the United Kingdom under the US-UK Economic Prosperity Deal, while emphasizing enforcement and penalties for under-reporting declarations for steel and aluminum content in imported goods.