Trade Directives
Presidential Permit Authorizing the City of Eagle Pass, Texas, to Expand and Continue to Maintain and Operate a Vehicular and Pedestrian Border Crossing at the Camino Real International Bridge Land Port of Entry
President Donald J. Trump issued a Presidential Permit authorizing the City of Eagle Pass, Texas, to expand the Camino Real International Bridge.
The permit allows for the addition of six vehicle lanes in a new span, alongside the existing bridge, and includes detailed conditions covering construction, maintenance, environmental protection, and reporting requirements.
The permit's validity is contingent upon compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, and it mandates the City to secure necessary approvals, mitigate environmental impacts, and coordinate with relevant US and Mexican agencies.
The permit also emphasizes that it doesn't create any legally enforceable rights against the US government.
Implementing the General Terms of The United States of America-United Kingdom Economic Prosperity Deal
President Donald J. Trump issued an executive order implementing the US-UK Economic Prosperity Deal.
The order establishes a 10% tariff-rate quota for 100,000 UK-made automobiles, eliminates tariffs on certain UK aerospace products under the WTO agreement and outlines plans for future tariff-rate quotas for UK aluminum and steel.
These actions are justified as necessary to address national security concerns and the national emergency declared in Executive Order 14257, and to deal with threats noted in Proclamations 9704, 9705, and 9888.
Regarding the Proposed Acquisition of the United States Steel Corporation by Nippon Steel Corporation
This Presidential order addresses the proposed acquisition of United States Steel Corporation by Nippon Steel Corporation.
Initially prohibiting the transaction due to national security concerns, the President revised the order based on a subsequent CFIUS review.
The revised order allows the acquisition only if the involved parties enter into, and maintain compliance with, a national security agreement (NSA) that adequately mitigates the identified risks.
The order also maintains the President's ability to take further action as necessary.
Presidential Permit Authorizing the City of Laredo, Texas, to Expand and Continue to Maintain, and Operate a Vehicular Border Crossing at the Laredo-Colombia Solidarity International Bridge Land Port of Entry
President Donald J. Trump issued a Presidential Permit authorizing the City of Laredo, Texas, to expand and operate a vehicular crossing at the Laredo-Colombia Solidarity International Bridge.
The permit details numerous conditions, including compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, environmental mitigation measures, and reporting requirements to the President and other agencies.
The permit is contingent upon diplomatic approval from the Mexican government, and construction cannot begin until after this approval.
The permit will expire in five years if construction hasn't started by then.
Presidential Permit Authorizing Green Corridors, LLC, to Construct, Maintain, and Operate a Commercial Elevated Guideway Border Crossing Near Laredo, Texas, at the International Boundary Between the United States and Mexico
President Donald J. Trump issued a Presidential Permit authorizing Green Corridors, LLC to construct, maintain, and operate a commercial elevated guideway border crossing near Laredo, Texas.
The permit is contingent upon Green Corridors, LLC meeting several conditions, including fulfilling funding and operational requirements, complying with environmental regulations, and obtaining necessary permits from various federal, state, and local agencies.
The project is subject to various oversight mechanisms, including regular inspections and reporting requirements; the permit is also subject to revocation or amendment at the President's discretion.
The permit clearly defines the responsibilities of Green Corridors and the respective agencies to ensure a successful and compliant project while also establishing a 5-year deadline to commence construction.
Leading The World in Supersonic Flight
President Trump issued an executive order to reignite US leadership in supersonic flight.
The order directs the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to reform outdated regulations prohibiting overland supersonic flight.
It also mandates the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) to coordinate research and development efforts and the Department of Transportation to foster international cooperation.
The aim is to create a regulatory and technological framework that promotes the development and use of commercially viable and safe supersonic aircraft.
Unleashing American Drone Dominance
This executive order prioritizes the advancement of the US drone industry.
It mandates actions to accelerate the safe integration of drones into national airspace, bolster domestic manufacturing and export, and establish a pilot program for electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft.
The order also focuses on strengthening national security by prioritizing American-made drones for defense purposes and streamlining their procurement and training.
Adjusting Imports of Aluminum and Steel into the United States
President Trump's June 3, 2025, proclamation increases tariffs on steel and aluminum imports from 25% to 50% to protect national security and support domestic industries.
These adjustments build upon previous proclamations and actions targeting imports deemed detrimental to the country's security.
The proclamation modifies existing tariff measures and considers special treatment for imports from the United Kingdom under the US-UK Economic Prosperity Deal, while emphasizing enforcement and penalties for under-reporting declarations for steel and aluminum content in imported goods.