Justice Directives

Nominations Sent to the Senate

Published: Mon 1st Dec 25

This document publishes a list of recent nominations sent to the Senate for confirmation, specifically naming individuals for U.S. Attorney, U.S. District Judge, and D.C. Superior Court positions, signaling the executive branch's execution of its appointing authority.

Thanksgiving Day, 2025

Published: Tue 25th Nov 25

The document is a Presidential Proclamation issued by Donald J. Trump, designating Thursday, November 27, 2025, as a National Day of Thanksgiving.

It invokes historical precedents set by Presidents Washington and Lincoln to establish a tradition of national gratitude, claims that God has blessed the nation with strong economic recovery and restored sovereignty, and encourages all Americans to gather in homes and places of worship to offer thanks for the nation's many blessings as it approaches its 250th anniversary of independence.

Designation of Certain Muslim Brotherhood Chapters as Foreign Terrorist Organizations and Specially Designated Global Terrorists

This Presidential Action invokes constitutional and statutory authority, including the Immigration and Nationality Act and the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, to initiate the formal designation process for certain chapters of the Muslim Brotherhood located in Lebanon, Jordan, and Egypt as Foreign Terrorist Organizations and Specially Designated Global Terrorists.

The stated purpose is to counter violence and destabilization campaigns allegedly carried out by these transnational groups that threaten the security of U.S. citizens and interests, mandating a joint report from the Secretaries of State and Treasury within 30 days to guide subsequent designation actions.

Modifying the Scope of Tariffs on the Government of Brazil

This Presidential Action modifies the scope of the additional 40 percent *ad valorem* duty rate previously imposed on certain articles from Brazil under Executive Order 14323 by exempting specific agricultural imports.

The decision reflects progress made during ongoing negotiations between the U.S. and the Government of Brazil concerning the national emergency declared in the prior order.

The action directs the Department of State to continue monitoring the situation and formally amends the tariff schedule effective for goods entered on or after November 13, 2025.

Nominations Sent to the Senate

This document is a bulletin from the White House announcing several recent presidential nominations sent to the Senate for confirmation, including individuals designated for leadership positions within the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF), the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection (CFPB), and multiple appointments for United States District Judgeships in Arkansas, Texas, and Alaska.

National Adoption Month, 2025

Published: Mon 17th Nov 25

This document is a Presidential Proclamation signed by Donald J. Trump on November 10, 2025, officially declaring November 11, 2025, as Veterans Day.

The President uses the proclamation to express deep gratitude for the courage and service of all U.S. veterans, reaffirming the nation's commitment to support them.

It also details accomplishments during the Administration concerning VA reform, expanding healthcare options, addressing veteran homelessness, and providing tax relief, asserting that the Federal Government will no longer fail its heroes while encouraging citizens and officials to participate in patriotic activities honoring that day.

FOSTERING THE FUTURE FOR AMERICAN CHILDREN AND FAMILIES

This Presidential Action establishes the 'Fostering the Future' initiative, led by the Administration, designed to fundamentally modernize the nation's child welfare system.

The order directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to improve data collection, implement modern technology, and create tools like an annual performance scorecard to enhance child well-being, reduce time in foster care, and accelerate permanent placements.

Furthermore, the order mandates the creation of new educational and employment pathways for youth aging out of the system and addresses policies that may restrict faith-based organizations from participating in federally-funded child welfare programs.

Anti-Communism Week, 2025

This Presidential Proclamation officially designates the week of November 2 through November 8, 2025, as Anti-Communism Week, serving as a solemn national observance to remember the devastation caused by communist ideologies worldwide. The declaration strongly rejects communism as an ideology rooted in servitude, censorship, and the destruction of prosperity, emphasizing America's commitment to liberty, individual rights, and the contrast between freedom and state control, regardless of modern labels like 'socialism.'