This Presidential Memorandum directs several federal agencies to take action against foreign governments imposing discriminatory taxes and regulations on American companies, particularly in the technology sector.

The administration will use tariffs and other responsive actions to mitigate harm and restore balance, considering discriminatory taxes, restrictive regulations, jeopardizing intellectual property, and undermining global competitiveness.

Agencies are tasked with investigating specific countries' practices and recommending countermeasures, aiming to prevent the transfer of funds and intellectual property to foreign governments and promote fair competition.

This presidential order initiates a plan to significantly reduce the size of the Federal Government by eliminating or minimizing several non-statutory governmental entities and Federal Advisory Committees.

The stated goals are to decrease waste and abuse, reduce inflation, and improve government accountability to the American people.

Many entities' and committees' functions are to be curtailed or terminated, with various agency heads tasked to report on compliance within specified timeframes.

The order also includes the revocation of existing presidential memorandums and executive orders related to the Federal Executive Boards and the Presidential Management Fellows Program.

Exceptions are made to preserve statutory functions and legally mandated actions.

This executive order directs a comprehensive review of existing federal regulations to identify and potentially rescind those deemed unlawful, unconstitutional, or detrimental to the national interest.

Agencies are tasked with reviewing regulations according to specified criteria, prioritizing those with significant costs or impacts.

The aim is to limit federal overreach, improve regulatory efficiency, and restore the constitutional separation of powers.

The order also establishes a process for reviewing proposed regulations through the Office of Management and Budget.

President Donald J. Trump's proclamation designates February 19, 2025, as the 80th Anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima.

The proclamation commemorates the battle's significance in World War II, highlighting the immense sacrifices and courage of American servicemen.

It underscores the battle's lasting impact on the U.S.-Japan alliance and emphasizes the enduring legacy of the "Greatest Generation."

President Donald J. Trump announced new appointments to the bipartisan Council of Governors.

This council, established to enhance collaboration between state and federal governments, focuses on national security, disaster response, and military coordination.

The appointees include governors from various states, with Glenn Youngkin (VA) and Josh Stein (NC) serving as co-chairs.

President Trump announced several appointments to the White House Office of Intergovernmental Affairs.

These appointments include a new Director and Deputy Directors for state, local, and tribal governments, along with several Associate Directors and Coordinators.

The office serves as a liaison between the federal government and other levels of government, promoting communication and coordination on key administration priorities.

This Presidential order establishes a policy of strengthened Presidential supervision and control over the entire executive branch to enhance accountability to the American people.

It mandates OIRA review of all significant regulatory actions before publication, defines terms related to independent regulatory agencies, sets performance standards, and requires consultation between agencies and the Executive Office of the President.

The order also asserts that the President and Attorney General provide authoritative interpretations of law for the executive branch.

Finally, the order includes standard clauses regarding invalid provisions and the non-creation of legally enforceable rights.

The President issued an order mandating radical transparency concerning wasteful government spending.

All executive departments and agencies must publicly release comprehensive details of terminated programs, cancelled contracts, and any other discontinued federal funding.

This action aims to increase accountability and ensure taxpayer money is used effectively, advancing the national interest rather than the passion projects of unelected bureaucrats.