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December 18, 2018 · 2,816 days ago
🌐 Foreign Policy
On December 18, 2018, President Trump signed a memorandum establishing United States Space Command (SPACECOM) as a unified combatant command under the Department of Defense. The action elevated space operations to a separate command structure reporting directly to the Secretary of Defense, distinct from U.S. Strategic Command. SPACECOM became operational on December 20, 2019, creating a dedicated military command responsible for space operations, satellite communications, and space defense for the U.S. armed forces.
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December 14, 2018 · 2,820 days ago
🔬 Science
President Trump signed Proclamation 2018-27624 on December 14, 2018, designating December 17, 2018, as Wright Brothers Day to commemorate the 115th anniversary of the first powered airplane flight. The proclamation directs flags to be displayed on federal buildings and encourages Americans to observe the day. This is a ceremonial proclamation with no direct regulatory or policy impact on Americans.
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December 12, 2018 · 2,822 days ago
💰 Economy
Executive Order 13853 was signed on December 12, 2018, establishing the White House Opportunity and Revitalization Council to coordinate federal investment and economic development in distressed communities. The order created a council chaired by the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to identify and direct federal resources to economically disadvantaged areas. The council's activities affected federal grant allocation processes and interagency coordination for community development initiatives.
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December 7, 2018 · 2,827 days ago
🌐 Foreign Policy
On December 7, 2018, President Trump signed Determination 2018-28364, which suspended limitations on the use of funds for the U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem under the Jerusalem Embassy Act of 1995. The determination allowed the State Department to proceed with embassy operations in Jerusalem without certain statutory restrictions. The direct effect was enabling the continued operation and funding of U.S. embassy functions in Jerusalem.
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November 29, 2018 · 2,835 days ago
🌐 Foreign Policy
On November 29, 2018, the Trump administration signed Memorandum 2018-27694 delegating authority under Section 614(a)(1) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961. This delegation authorized the Secretary of State to exercise specified powers related to foreign assistance determinations and actions. The confirmed direct impact was the transfer of decision-making authority over certain foreign aid determinations from the President to the Secretary of State.
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November 29, 2018 · 2,835 days ago
🌐 Foreign Policy
On November 29, 2018, President Trump signed Presidential Determination 2018-27696, assessing foreign governments' efforts to combat human trafficking. The determination identifies countries not meeting minimum standards for eliminating trafficking and can affect U.S. foreign aid eligibility. Countries identified may face restrictions on non-humanitarian, non-trade-related foreign assistance unless granted a waiver.
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November 27, 2018 · 2,837 days ago
🌐 Foreign Policy
On November 27, 2018, President Trump signed Executive Order 13851, which blocked property and assets of individuals and entities deemed to be contributing to the situation in Nicaragua. The order authorized the Treasury Department to identify, designate, and freeze assets of targeted persons within U.S. jurisdiction. Americans with financial holdings, business interests, or transactions involving designated individuals or entities faced asset freezes and transaction prohibitions.
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November 26, 2018 · 2,838 days ago
🌐 Foreign Policy
On November 26, 2018, President Trump signed a memorandum delegating authorities granted under Section 1757 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019. Section 1757 addresses the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) and its authority to review foreign transactions. The delegation transferred specified presidential authorities to Cabinet secretaries and agency heads to expedite review of foreign investment transactions affecting U.S. national security.
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November 16, 2018 · 2,848 days ago
🌐 Foreign Policy
On November 16, 2018, the Trump administration issued a notice continuing the national emergency declaration with respect to Burundi, originally declared in 2015. The continuation extends the emergency status and associated authorities regarding the situation in Burundi. The direct impact on Americans includes potential restrictions on transactions with designated Burundian entities and individuals, visa denials, and asset freezes as determined by the Treasury and State Departments under emergency powers.
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November 8, 2018 · 2,856 days ago
🌐 Foreign Policy
On November 8, 2018, the Trump administration signed a notice continuing the national emergency with respect to Iran, originally declared in 1979. The continuation extends all authorities and measures associated with the Iran emergency declaration for an additional year. The renewal maintains existing sanctions, export controls, and regulatory restrictions on Iran-related transactions affecting American businesses, financial institutions, and individuals engaged in Iran trade.