Justice Directives
National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month, 2025
President Donald J. Trump's April 2025 proclamation designates April as National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month.
It links the issue to border security and illegal immigration, citing specific cases as evidence of an increase in sexual assault linked to immigration.
The proclamation emphasizes the administration's efforts to strengthen border security, combat human trafficking, and bring about justice for victims of such crimes.
Further Amendment to Duties Addressing the Synthetic Opioid Supply Chain in the People’s Republic of China as Applied to Low-Value Imports
This presidential action amends previous orders to address the synthetic opioid crisis fueled by imports from China.
It eliminates the duty-free de minimis exemption for certain products from China, imposing either a 30% ad valorem or tiered specific duty on items valued under $800, depending on the method chosen by the transporter and enforced by the Department of Homeland Security's Customs and Border Protection (CBP).
The order requires carriers to remit duties to CBP and mandates a 90-day report assessing the action's impact on American industries.
Nominations Sent to the Senate
The White House announced a series of nominations sent to the Senate for confirmation.
These nominations cover various key positions across several departments and agencies, including the Departments of Defense, Army, Navy, Veterans Affairs, Labor, and Commerce, as well as the National Aeronautics and Space Administration and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
The nominees include individuals slated for Assistant Secretary roles, Chief Financial Officer positions, Inspector General, United States Attorney roles for various districts, and other critical leadership positions.
This presidential order aims to curb unfair practices within the live concert and entertainment industries.
It addresses ticket scalping and price gouging, directing the Attorney General and Federal Trade Commission to enforce existing competition laws and the Better Online Tickets Sales Act.
The order also mandates price transparency in the ticket-buying process and requires a report within 180 days on the actions taken and necessary recommendations regarding future regulations or legislation.
Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful
President Trump issued an executive order aiming to enhance safety and beauty in Washington, D.C. The order establishes a task force to coordinate federal and local efforts to combat crime, primarily focusing on immigration enforcement and improving law enforcement resources available to the Metropolitan Police Department.
Simultaneously, it directs the Secretary of the Interior to implement a beautification program encompassing coordinated cleanup initiatives, monument restoration, and graffiti removal, while promoting private-sector involvement.
The order emphasizes making the nation’s capital a safe, beautiful, and prosperous city for all Americans.
Exclusions from Federal Labor-Management Relations Programs
- Foreign Policy
- Healthcare
- Economy
- Defense
- Energy
- Environment
- Labor
- Homeland
- Science
- Technology
- Trade
- Justice
- Veterans
- Agriculture
President Trump's March 27, 2025 executive order excludes numerous federal agencies and subdivisions from the Federal Service Labor-Management Relations Statute.
The order claims this exclusion is necessary for national security reasons, impacting intelligence, counterintelligence, investigative, or national security work.
It amends Executive Order 12171 and delegates authority to the Secretaries of Defense, Veterans Affairs, and Transportation to make further exclusions.
The order also requires a review of agencies not currently excluded and mandates changes to related employee assignments and grievance processes.
Excluded agencies and subdivisions primarily serve roles within the Departments of State, Defense, Treasury, Veterans Affairs, Justice, Homeland Security, Interior, Energy, Agriculture, and Commerce, as well as several independent agencies.
Restoring Truth and Sanity to American History
President Trump issued an executive order titled "Restoring Truth and Sanity to American History." The order addresses what it deems a concerted effort to rewrite American history with a negative and ideologically driven narrative. It targets the Smithsonian Institution, aiming to remove what it considers improper ideologies from its exhibits and programs, and securing congressional support to allocate future funding accordingly.
Additionally, it mandates infrastructure improvements at Independence National Historical Park by July 4, 2026 and directs the Secretary of the Interior to review and reinstate public monuments removed or altered to promote a distorted historical narrative.
Addressing Risks From WilmerHale
This executive order directs a comprehensive review of law firm WilmerHale's security clearances, government contracts, and employee interactions with federal agencies.
The order cites concerns about WilmerHale's alleged involvement in activities deemed detrimental to national security, election integrity, and American interests.
The President directs several agencies to take immediate action, including suspending security clearances, reviewing contracts, limiting access to government facilities, and providing guidance on future hiring practices.
The order also references similar prior executive actions as precedent.