Homeland Directives

Immediate Declassification of Materials Related to the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Crossfire Hurricane Investigation

Published: Tue 25th Mar 25

President Donald J. Trump issued a memorandum directing the immediate declassification of materials related to the FBI's Crossfire Hurricane investigation.

The memorandum exempted materials protected under Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court orders and those containing personally identifiable information or otherwise protected by law.

The Attorney General was tasked with making the declassified materials publicly available.

Preventing Abuses of the Legal System and the Federal Court

This presidential memorandum directs the Attorney General and Secretary of Homeland Security to crack down on unethical conduct by lawyers and law firms, particularly those actions that threaten national security, homeland security, public safety, or election integrity.

The memorandum cites specific examples of misconduct, referencing the 2016 'dossier' and fraudulent asylum claims.

It mandates investigations into past conduct, sanctions for frivolous litigation, and referral of attorneys for disciplinary action, including possible security clearance reassessment and contract termination.

Rescinding Security Clearances and Access to Classified Information from Specified Individuals

This Presidential memorandum directs all executive departments and agencies to revoke security clearances and access to classified information from a list of specified individuals, including prominent political figures and public officials.

The action is justified on the grounds that granting these individuals continued access is no longer in the national interest.

The memorandum explicitly rescinds access to classified briefings and unescorted access to government facilities.

Achieving Efficiency Through State and Local Preparedness

This presidential order prioritizes state, local, and individual roles in national resilience and preparedness.

It directs the review and update of existing federal policies related to critical infrastructure, national continuity, and emergency response using a risk-informed approach.

The order also establishes a National Risk Register to quantify risks to national infrastructure, guiding future investments and budget priorities, and mandates a review of the complex system of national government functions for emergency and crisis response.

Invocation of the Alien Enemies Act Regarding the Invasion of The United States by Tren De Aragua

President Trump issued a proclamation invoking the Alien Enemies Act to address the threat posed by the Tren de Aragua (TdA), a Venezuelan criminal organization designated as a foreign terrorist organization.

The proclamation declares TdA is perpetrating an invasion of the United States, engaging in hostile actions and irregular warfare.

It orders the immediate apprehension, detention, and removal of all Venezuelan citizens 14 years or older who are TdA members within the US and are not naturalized or lawful permanent residents.

The Attorney General and Secretary of Homeland Security are tasked with executing this directive, seizing related property, and establishing regulations to ensure public safety.

The proclamation emphasizes the President's constitutional authority to protect the US from this perceived invasion.

This executive order directs the continued reduction of the federal bureaucracy by eliminating or significantly downsizing several governmental entities.

The order targets specific agencies, including the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service, the US Agency for Global Media, and others, instructing agency heads to submit reports detailing compliance within seven days.

Funding requests deemed inconsistent with the order's goals are to be rejected, while existing legal authorities are preserved.

The order explicitly states it does not create any legally enforceable rights.

The President submitted a list of nominations to the Senate for numerous key positions across various federal departments and agencies.

These nominations include ambassadors to several countries, leadership appointments within the Department of Defense, Homeland Security, Veterans Affairs, Commerce, Energy, and Justice, as well as other notable roles within the executive branch.

U.S. Hostage and Wrongful Detainee Day, 2025

Published: Sun 9th Mar 25

President Donald J. Trump's proclamation designates March 9, 2025, as U.S. Hostage and Wrongful Detainee Day.

The proclamation affirms the administration's unwavering commitment to bringing home all Americans held hostage or wrongfully detained overseas.

It highlights the successful release of 13 Americans since the President took office, while acknowledging the continued fight for the release of those still held.

The proclamation urges the American people to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and activities and calls for the Hostage and Wrongful Detainee flag to fly at the White House.