Foreign Policy Directives
Reinvigorating the Nuclear Industrial Base
President Trump's executive order prioritizes the revitalization of the American nuclear energy industry.
The order mandates multiple actions by federal agencies, including developing a national policy for spent nuclear fuel management, expanding domestic uranium production and enrichment, utilizing the Defense Production Act to secure voluntary agreements with domestic nuclear energy companies, and funding the expansion of nuclear energy related workforce development.
The overarching goal is to achieve energy independence, strengthen national security, and establish American energy dominance.
National Maritime Day, 2025
President Donald J. Trump's May 22, 2025 proclamation designates May 22nd as National Maritime Day, commemorating the S.S. Savannah's transatlantic voyage and honoring the United States Merchant Marine. The proclamation emphasizes the crucial role of merchant mariners in national defense, having supported military operations throughout history, and their importance to the American economy through global trade.
President Trump also highlights the recent Executive Order focused on restoring American maritime dominance through investment in shipbuilding, regulatory reform, and expanded training.
The proclamation concludes with a call for Americans to observe the day and display the national flag.
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, 2025
President Donald J. Trump's proclamation designates May 2025 as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.
The proclamation celebrates the significant contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders to the United States, highlighting their resilience and enduring impact.
It encourages all Americans to learn more about this community and participate in commemorative events.
The proclamation draws on historical context to emphasize the integration of this community into the fabric of American society.
Jewish American Heritage Month, 2025
President Donald J. Trump's proclamation designates May 2025 as Jewish American Heritage Month.
The proclamation celebrates the contributions of Jewish Americans to the nation's history while strongly condemning the recent rise in anti-Semitism.
It invokes President George Washington's letter to the Newport Hebrew Congregation as historical context and reaffirms the US's commitment to combating anti-Semitism and standing with Israel.
Modifying Reciprocal Tariff Rates to Reflect Discussions with the People’s Republic of China
President Trump issued an order modifying reciprocal tariff rates on goods imported from China.
This action, following preceding executive orders imposing tariffs, reflects ongoing discussions with the PRC aimed at addressing trade imbalances and national security concerns.
The order suspends certain tariffs for 90 days, while imposing a 10% ad valorem rate on other goods.
Simultaneously, it makes adjustments to other tariff rates, aiming to improve trade reciprocity.
Delivering Most-Favored-Nation Prescription Drug Pricing to American Patients
President Donald J. Trump issued an executive order to address the high cost of prescription drugs in the United States.
The order mandates that the government secure the lowest prices paid by other developed nations for pharmaceuticals.
To achieve this, it instructs various federal agencies—including the Secretaries of Commerce and Health and Human Services—to utilize a multi-pronged approach involving negotiations, potential rulemaking, and legal action against anti-competitive practices.
Failure by pharmaceutical companies to comply with the new pricing goals could trigger stricter regulatory measures, including direct-to-consumer sales facilitation at the most-favored-nation price and the possible certification to Congress for importation of lower-cost drugs from other developed countries.
The order also addresses potential legal and budgetary challenges related to its implementation.
Keeping Promises to Veterans and Establishing a National Center for Warrior Independence
President Donald J. Trump issued an executive order addressing the inadequate treatment of veterans by the Federal Government.
The order establishes the National Center for Warrior Independence on the West Los Angeles VA campus to house and support homeless veterans.
It directs the reallocation of funds and prioritizes improved accountability within the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Furthermore, it mandates efforts to reduce wait times for healthcare appointments and expand services, including exploring options for care at military treatment facilities.
Protecting the Great Lakes from Invasive Carp
President Trump issued a memorandum directing federal agencies to prevent the spread of invasive carp into the Great Lakes.
The memorandum prioritizes the completion of the Brandon Road Interbasin Project in Illinois, demanding expedited land acquisition and permitting processes from the state.
The President also instructed federal agencies to expedite environmental reviews, support infrastructure projects for carp removal and maintenance, and prioritize research and management of invasive species.