Foreign Policy Directives
Addressing Risks Associated with an Egregious Leaker and Disseminator of Falsehoods
This presidential memorandum directs the immediate suspension of security clearances held by Miles Taylor and associated individuals due to concerns about the unauthorized disclosure of classified information and the dissemination of falsehoods.
The Attorney General, Director of National Intelligence, and other relevant agency heads are instructed to take necessary actions.
A review of Taylor's activities as a government employee will be conducted by the Secretary of Homeland Security, with a report and recommendations to be submitted to the President.
Addressing Risks from Susman Godfrey
This Presidential Action targets Susman Godfrey LLP, alleging the firm's actions undermine national security, election integrity, and are racially discriminatory.
The order directs the immediate suspension of security clearances held by Susman Godfrey employees, reviews of government contracts with the firm or those affiliated with it, and limits official engagement between federal employees and Susman Godfrey personnel.
It aims to prevent taxpayer money from funding activities inconsistent with US interests and prioritizes national security and fairness.
Restoring America’s Maritime Dominance
President [Name] issued an executive order aimed at restoring American maritime dominance.
The order directs several federal agencies to develop a comprehensive Maritime Action Plan to revitalize the nation's shipbuilding and maritime industries.
Key initiatives include strengthening the maritime industrial base, addressing unfair trade practices from China, increasing mariner training and education, modernizing the United States Merchant Marine Academy, improving government procurement efficiency, and establishing a Maritime Security Trust Fund.
The order also seeks to engage allies and partners to align trade policies, and reduce dependence on adversaries.
Reforming Foreign Defense Sales to Improve Speed and Accountability
This Presidential Action orders a comprehensive reform of the US foreign defense sales system to improve speed, accountability, and transparency.
The plan aims to streamline decision-making, reduce regulatory burdens, increase government-industry collaboration, and improve partner financing.
Key actions include developing priority partner and end-item lists, updating congressional notification processes, and creating a single electronic tracking system.
The goal is to strengthen alliances, revitalize the domestic defense industrial base, and reduce costs for both the US and its partners.
National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day, 2025
President Donald J. Trump proclaimed April 9, 2025, as National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day.
The proclamation honors the sacrifices of American service members who were prisoners of war, emphasizing the importance of caring for veterans and expressing the nation's gratitude for their service. It also includes remarks regarding the president's commitment to ending veteran homelessness and restoring peace through strength.
Amendment to Reciprocal Tariffs and Updated Duties as Applied to Low-Value Imports from the People’s Republic of China
President Trump issued an executive order amending reciprocal tariffs and increasing duties on low-value imports from China.
This action, justified as a response to China's retaliatory tariffs imposed on US exports following the implementation of Executive Order 14257, modifies the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) to increase tariffs from 34% to 84% on specified goods.
Additionally, the order increases the ad valorem rate of duty and per-item duty on certain goods to prevent tariff circumvention.
Protecting American Energy From State Overreach
This executive order directs the Attorney General to identify and challenge state and local laws deemed to unduly burden domestic energy production.
It cites concerns over national and economic security, federalism, and interstate commerce, arguing that these state-level policies inflate energy costs and contradict the administration's goal of energy dominance.
The order prioritizes addressing policies related to ‘climate change’ or ‘environmental, social, and governance’ initiatives.
The Attorney General is tasked with taking legal action and reporting back to the President within 60 days.
Review of Proposed United States Steel Corporation Acquisition
President Biden issued a memorandum ordering the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) to conduct a thorough review of Nippon Steel's proposed acquisition of U.S. Steel.
This action, based on concerns about potential national security risks, mandates a de novo review by CFIUS, which must submit a recommendation within 45 days on whether proposed mitigation measures are sufficient.
The President's order builds upon a prior prohibition of the acquisition and reserves the right to take further action if deemed necessary.