Homeland Directives

Overdose Prevention Week, 2025

President Trump's proclamation declares August 31 to September 6, 2025, as Overdose Prevention Week.

The proclamation emphasizes the devastating impact of the opioid crisis, particularly the role of fentanyl.

It highlights the administration's actions, including the HALT Fentanyl Act and border security measures, while calling on Americans to participate in awareness programs and activities to prevent drug overdoses.

Further Exclusions from the Federal Labor-Management Relations Program

This Presidential Order further amends Executive Order 12171, excluding additional agencies and subdivisions from the Federal Labor-Management Relations Program due to their primary focus on intelligence, counterintelligence, investigative, or national security work.

The order also extends a deadline for implementing the exclusions under Executive Order 14251 and includes a severability clause to ensure the order's remaining provisions remain valid if parts are challenged.

Honoring the Victims of the Tragedy in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Published: Wed 27th Aug 25

President Donald J. Trump issued a proclamation ordering the United States flag to be flown at half-staff at all federal buildings and facilities, both domestically and internationally, from August 27th, 2025, until sunset on August 31st, 2025.

This action is in response to the senseless acts of violence that occurred on August 27th, 2025, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, as a mark of respect for the victims.

Taking Steps to End Cashless Bail to Protect Americans

Published: Mon 25th Aug 25

This presidential order directs federal agencies to review and potentially cut funding to jurisdictions with cashless bail policies deemed to threaten public safety.

The Attorney General will identify these jurisdictions, focusing on those with a high rate of releases for violent crimes or offenses involving property damage, before federal funds are reviewed.

The order aims to prioritize incarcerating individuals considered high risks to society, emphasizing the need to maintain order and public safety.

Measures To End Cashless Bail And Enforce The Law In The District Of Columbia

Published: Mon 25th Aug 25

This Presidential Action addresses a declared crime emergency in Washington, D.C. It directs Federal agencies to take steps to ensure that dangerous individuals are held in pretrial detention by prioritizing Federal custody and charges, and by influencing the District's policies on cashless bail through funding decisions, services, and reviews.

The Attorney General is tasked with reviewing D.C. Metropolitan Police Department policies and working to change cashless bail procedures.

The order emphasizes the need to enhance public safety while asserting the President's constitutional authority.

Additional Measures to Address the Crime Emergency in the District of Columbia

President Trump issued an order outlining further actions to combat the crime emergency in Washington, D.C., following a previous declaration.

The order directs several federal agencies to increase law enforcement presence and resources, including hiring additional police and prosecutors, establishing specialized units within the National Guard and other federal agencies, conducting investigations into housing compliance, and reviewing Metropolitan Police Department General Orders.

The order emphasizes public safety and order in D.C. and preparedness to address similar situations in other cities.

Presidential Permit: Authorizing Cameron County, Texas, to Construct, Maintain, and Operate a Pedestrian Border Crossing at the Gateway International Bridge Land Port of Entry

President Donald J. Trump granted Cameron County, Texas permission to construct, maintain, and operate a pedestrian crossing at the Gateway International Bridge land port of entry.

The permit, issued on August 20, 2025, is subject to fourteen conditions outlined in the document.

These conditions cover areas such as environmental impact mitigation, adherence to federal and local regulations, coordination with relevant federal agencies, and notification requirements for various stages of the project.

The President retains the right to terminate or amend the permit at any time and the permit will expire if construction hasn't started within five years of the issuance date.

The permit explicitly states it does not create any legally enforceable rights against the United States.

Restoring Law and Order in the District of Columbia

President Trump issued a memorandum ordering the mobilization of the District of Columbia National Guard to address a perceived increase in violent crime in Washington, D.C. The memorandum cites specific instances of violent crime, including murders and assaults near the White House and other government buildings, as justification for the action.

The President directs the Secretary of Defense to mobilize the Guard and coordinate with state governors to deploy additional National Guard personnel, if required.

The memorandum states that the National Guard’s deployment will continue until law and order are restored.