Foreign Policy Directives

President Trump Announces Appointments to the White House Faith Office

Published: Sat 8th Feb 25

President Donald Trump announced three appointments to the newly created White House Faith Office. Pastor Paula White-Cain will serve as Senior Advisor, Jennifer S. Korn as Faith Director, and Jackson Lane as Deputy Director of Faith Engagement.

The appointees bring extensive experience in religious leadership, political engagement, and community organizing to their new roles.

Protecting Second Amendment Rights

Published: Fri 7th Feb 25

This presidential order prioritizes the protection of Second Amendment rights.

It directs the Attorney General to review all executive actions since January 2021 that may have infringed upon these rights and develop a plan to address any identified infringements.

The review includes examining existing regulations, litigation stances, and inter-agency activities concerning firearms.

The order emphasizes the importance of the Second Amendment to liberty and security.

Memorandum for the Heads of Executive Departments and Agencies

This presidential memorandum directs executive departments and agencies to review all funding provided to nongovernmental organizations (NGOs).

The administration's policy is to halt funding for any NGOs deemed to undermine US national security, prosperity, or safety.

Future funding decisions will be aligned with US interests and the administration's goals, as determined by agency heads and within applicable legal frameworks.

Imposing Sanctions on the International Criminal Court

President Donald J. Trump issued an executive order declaring a national emergency and imposing sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC).

The order cites the ICC's investigations targeting US and Israeli personnel as illegitimate and a threat to national security and foreign policy.

Sanctions include blocking assets, and suspending entry into the US for ICC officials and their families.

The President argues that the ICC lacks jurisdiction over the US and Israel, and that its actions set a dangerous precedent.

Eradicating Anti-Christian Bias

President's executive order establishes a task force to investigate and rectify alleged anti-Christian bias within various federal agencies.

The order cites numerous instances from the previous administration, including prosecutions of pro-life activists and alleged institutional bias against Catholics.

The task force will review federal actions, recommend policy changes, and report its findings to the President.

Keeping Men Out of Women’s Sports

This presidential order aims to protect fair competition and equal opportunities for women in sports.

It rescinds funding from educational programs allowing male participation in women's sports, citing Title IX violations and safety concerns.

The order directs federal agencies to enforce these changes, engage in international cooperation to establish sex-based categories in sports, and review immigration policies related to male athletes seeking to compete in women's sports.

Amendment to Duties Addressing the Synthetic Opioid Supply Chain in the People’s Republic of China

The President issued an amendment to the Executive Order of February 1, 2025, concerning duties on synthetic opioids from China.

This amendment replaces subsection (g) of Section 2, clarifying that duty-free *de minimis* treatment will cease upon notification from the Secretary of Commerce that adequate systems exist for efficiently collecting tariffs.

The order also contains general provisions ensuring its implementation is in line with existing laws, and clarifying that it does not create new legal rights.

Withdrawing the United States from and Ending Funding to Certain United Nations Organizations and Reviewing United States Support to All International Organizations

Published: Wed 5th Feb 25

This presidential order directs the United States to withdraw from the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC), cease funding for the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA), and conduct a comprehensive review of US involvement in all international organizations.

The order cites concerns about these organizations acting against US interests, promoting anti-Semitism, and harboring terrorist elements.

The Secretary of State will lead reviews of UNESCO membership and funding for international organizations, with recommendations for further withdrawals to be submitted to the President within 180 days.