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The executive order titled "Restoring America's Fighting Force" aims to remove Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs within the U.S. Armed Forces, including the Department of Defense and Homeland Security, particularly the Coast Guard. It states that hiring practices should be free from preferences based on race or sex and mandates the abolition of DEI offices. The order also prohibits the promotion of certain ideologies deemed divisive or discriminatory and requires a review of military educational institutions to ensure they align with these principles. Furthermore, the order establishes procedures for implementing these changes and reports on progress while ensuring the changes comply with existing laws and budgets.

The Executive Order addresses the actions of former intelligence officials and former National Security Advisor John R. Bolton regarding interference in the 2020 Presidential campaign and the improper disclosure of sensitive information. It revokes security clearances from those involved in a politically motivated letter and from Bolton due to his controversial memoir. The order calls for a report on inappropriate activities within the Intelligence Community and suggests measures to prevent such behavior in the future. It underscores the policy that intelligence should remain non-partisan and that classified info should not be exposed for personal gain.

The Department of State has announced that several individuals have been added to the Department of Treasury's List of Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons (SDN List). This is because they have been found to be involved in harmful activities related to the government of the Russian Federation, as outlined in an Executive Order. These individuals now have all their property and interests under U.S. jurisdiction blocked, and U.S. persons are generally not allowed to engage in transactions with them. The list and more details about the sanctions can be found on the OFAC website.

The executive order titled "Preserving and Protecting the Integrity of American Elections" focuses on enhancing the security and fairness of federal elections in the United States. It mandates stricter enforcement of laws that prevent counting mail-in ballots received after Election Day and prohibits non-citizens from voting. The order also requires documentary proof of citizenship for voter registration, updates voting guidelines to ensure voter verifiable records, and emphasizes the need to avoid foreign interference in elections. Additionally, it revokes a previous order that aimed to promote access to voting.

This Executive Order, issued by President Biden, focuses on ensuring the safe reopening and ongoing operation of schools and early childhood education providers during the COVID-19 pandemic. It emphasizes the importance of providing high-quality education in a safe environment and highlights the federal government's role in achieving this goal. The order assigns responsibilities to the Secretaries of Education and Health and Human Services to provide guidance, technical support, and necessary resources for safe in-person learning and to address the educational disparities exacerbated by the pandemic. Moreover, it encourages increased connectivity for students lacking reliable internet access to support remote learning when needed.

The President issued a memorandum directing all executive departments and agencies to pause and review any new rules or regulations before they are finalized. This means that any rule proposals need to be approved by a department or agency head appointed by the President after January 20, 2025. Rules that have already been submitted but not yet published should be withdrawn for review. Additionally, there is an option to delay the implementation of rules for 60 days to allow for further evaluation, and in cases where significant issues are found, further action may be necessary.

The Department of State has added one or more individuals to the Treasury's Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List because they meet the legal criteria set by an Executive Order targeting harmful activities by the Russian government. As a result, their assets in the U.S. are frozen, and American citizens are generally not allowed to do business with them. For more information, individuals can check the SDN List on the Office of Foreign Asset Control's website.

The United States Department of Agriculture's Rural Development (RD) division is changing its funding opportunities to remove references to the previous Administration's key priorities and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) criteria. This update follows an Executive Order titled "Ending Radical And Wasteful Government DEI Programs And Preferencing," issued in January 2025. Programs affected by this change will no longer consider these previous criteria for application scoring. Additionally, the Rural Energy for America Program's funding notice is corrected to include $50 million from the 2018 Farm Bill that was previously omitted.

The Department of Justice (DOJ) is revising its information collection process for applicants to the Attorney General's Honors Program and the Summer Law Intern Program. The proposed changes include altering demographic questions to comply with a recent executive order, adding questions about communication skills, and updating questions on public service experience. The revised application process is estimated to affect 2,428 candidates annually, with an estimated total burden of 4,349 hours and a cost of $39,885 to the federal government. Public comments on this proposal are encouraged and will be accepted until May 23, 2025.

The executive order titled "Restoring Faith in Our Legal Immigration Systems and Strengthening Integration and Inclusion Efforts for New Americans" focuses on supporting and integrating immigrants, including refugees, into American society. It directs the review of existing immigration policies and processes, aiming to make them more accessible and efficient, promoting naturalization, and eliminating unnecessary barriers. The order establishes a Task Force on New Americans and calls for an Interagency Working Group to develop a national strategy for promoting naturalization. Additionally, it revokes a previous memorandum regarding the responsibilities of sponsors of aliens, seeking alignment with the new policy objectives.