Partially Undone
TERM 1
February 3, 2017 · 3,407 days ago
💰 Economy
Executive Order 13772 was signed on February 3, 2017, directing federal financial regulators to review and revise regulations issued or enforced under the Dodd-Frank Act and other financial rules. The order instructed agencies to identify regulations that impose costs exceeding benefits, are outdated, or are inconsistent with the stated principles of promoting American financial growth and stability. Confirmed direct impacts included the initiation of formal review processes at the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, Federal Reserve, FDIC, and SEC that resulted in subsequent rule modifications affecting bank capital requirements, lending standards, and disclosure obligations.
Partially Undone
TERM 1
January 30, 2017 · 3,411 days ago
💰 Economy
On January 30, 2017, President Trump signed Executive Order 13771, which required federal agencies to identify two existing regulations for elimination for every new regulation enacted. The order established a zero-net-growth policy for regulatory costs, directing agencies to offset any new regulatory costs with equal or greater cost reductions from existing rules. The confirmed direct impact included the elimination or modification of hundreds of federal regulations across agencies including EPA, Labor, and Education, reducing regulatory compliance requirements for businesses and changing how federal agencies could issue new rules.
Active
TERM 1
January 28, 2017 · 3,413 days ago
🌐 Foreign Policy
On January 28, 2017, President Trump signed a directive ordering the Department of Defense to develop a comprehensive plan to defeat ISIS within 30 days. The order required the Pentagon to present options for military strategy, resource allocation, and coordination with allies. The confirmed effect was the initiation of a strategic review process that resulted in updated military operations against ISIS in Iraq and Syria, though specific operational changes were not publicly detailed in the initial order.
✓ Restored
TERM 1
January 28, 2017 · 3,413 days ago
🌐 Foreign Policy
On January 28, 2017, President Trump signed Executive Order 13782 reorganizing the composition and structure of the National Security Council and Homeland Security Council. The order elevated the White House Chief Strategist to principal committee membership and removed the Director of National Intelligence and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff from regular attendee status. The confirmed direct impact included changes to which officials regularly attended these councils' meetings and altered the advisory structure for national security decisions.
Active
TERM 1
January 28, 2017 · 3,413 days ago
🗳️ Democracy
Executive Order 13770 was signed on January 28, 2017, establishing ethics commitments for executive branch appointees, including a five-year ban on lobbying for foreign governments and a lifetime ban on lobbying for foreign governments on behalf of foreign political parties. The order requires appointees to sign ethics pledges and recuse themselves from matters affecting former employers or clients for two years.
Active
TERM 1
January 27, 2017 · 3,414 days ago
🌐 Foreign Policy
On January 27, 2017, President Trump signed Memorandum 2017-02282 directing the Department of Defense to develop a plan to rebuild U.S. military readiness and address what the administration identified as military readiness gaps. The memorandum required the Secretary of Defense to submit a comprehensive military readiness assessment and strategic plan within 30 days. Confirmed effects included increased defense spending proposals and military personnel expansion initiatives in subsequent fiscal years.
✓ Restored
TERM 1
January 27, 2017 · 3,414 days ago
🗽 Immigration
On January 27, 2017, President Trump signed Executive Order 13769, titled 'Protecting the Nation From Foreign Terrorist Entry Into the United States.' The order suspended entry of citizens from Iraq, Syria, Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, and Yemen for 90 days and suspended the U.S. refugee program for 120 days. The order immediately affected thousands of visa holders, refugees in processing, and dual nationals from affected countries who were denied entry or had travel plans disrupted.
Partially Undone
TERM 1
January 25, 2017 · 3,416 days ago
🗽 Immigration
Executive Order 13767 was signed on January 25, 2017, directing the Department of Homeland Security to begin construction of a barrier on the U.S.-Mexico border and to increase enforcement of immigration laws. The order initiated planning and funding processes for border wall construction, increased deportation enforcement priorities, and expanded detention capacity. Confirmed effects include increased deportations, expanded detention facilities, and initiation of border wall design and construction contracts.
Active
TERM 1
January 25, 2017 · 3,416 days ago
🗽 Immigration
On January 25, 2017, President Trump signed Executive Order 13768, which directed the Department of Homeland Security to prioritize deportation of immigrants convicted of crimes, those who pose security threats, and those who have entered the country illegally. The order targeted so-called "sanctuary" jurisdictions that limit cooperation with federal immigration enforcement by threatening to withhold federal grants. Confirmed effects include increased Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) workplace raids, detention of immigrants with pending legal cases, and financial penalties applied to sanctuary jurisdictions, though the grant-withholding provision faced immediate legal challenges that limited its application.
In the Courts
TERM 1
January 24, 2017 · 3,417 days ago
🌍 Environment
On January 24, 2017, President Trump signed Executive Order 13766, directing federal agencies to expedite environmental reviews and approvals for infrastructure projects deemed high priority. The order requires agencies to complete environmental assessments within two years instead of the standard timeframe and allows the President to designate projects for expedited review. Confirmed effects include shortened timelines for permitting decisions on infrastructure projects, though specific projects affected and measurable outcomes on infrastructure deployment remain subject to agency implementation and ongoing legal challenges.