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This Executive Order outlines policies regarding the conferral of U.S. citizenship to individuals born in the United States. It clarifies that U.S. citizenship is not automatically granted to individuals whose mothers were unlawfully present or only temporarily in the U.S. at the time of birth, and whose fathers were not U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents. The order mandates that no government agency shall issue or accept documents recognizing citizenship for these individuals, and it applies only to those born after 30 days from the order's issuance. Furthermore, the order ensures it does not affect those already entitled to citizenship documentation, such as children of lawful permanent residents.

The memorandum, issued by the President, orders a freeze on hiring federal civilian employees across the executive branch, effective January 20, 2025. It exempts positions related to military personnel, immigration enforcement, national security, public safety, and areas like Social Security and Medicare services. The Office of Personnel Management is allowed to grant exceptions when necessary. The order includes plans to develop strategies for workforce reduction and efficiency within 90 days, and prohibits using outside contracts to bypass the hiring freeze.

The Presidential Executive Order 14159 addresses illegal immigration in the United States. It emphasizes the enforcement of immigration laws to protect national security and public safety. The order revokes previous Executive Orders, establishes Homeland Security Task Forces across states, and focuses on the removal of undocumented immigrants while ensuring cooperation between federal, state, and local agencies. It also implements measures to stop illegal aliens from receiving public benefits and aims to increase border security personnel.

The Secretary of Homeland Security has extended a finding of a mass influx of aliens at the southern U.S. border, which originally went into effect in January 2025. This finding, which will last for 180 days, allows the federal government to request assistance from state and local governments to manage immigration law enforcement. The extension is due to concerns of potential increases in illegal entries, criminal activity, and overwhelming demands on law enforcement and immigration resources. This decision aims to maintain operational control over the border to ensure the safety and welfare of residents across all 50 states.

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced changes to the way it manages records about unaccompanied children in federal custody due to their immigration status. The updated system, now called the ORR Unaccompanied Children Bureau (UCB) Administrative Program Records, aims to enhance privacy protections and clarify routine uses of data, especially concerning law enforcement and child welfare investigations. The revisions prohibit using children's information for immigration enforcement purposes without consent and specify situations where information can be shared, like health care coordination or missing children investigations. These changes are part of HHS's ongoing efforts to ensure the safety and well-being of unaccompanied children.

In Executive Order 13993, the President outlines changes to immigration enforcement policies in the United States. The order emphasizes the importance of setting priorities that protect national security, address challenges at the southern border, and safeguard public health and safety, while also ensuring fairness and respect for immigrant families and communities. It revokes a previous order, Executive Order 13768, and directs relevant government officials to review and adjust policies to better align with the new administration's values. Additionally, the order clarifies that it does not create legal rights enforceable against the U.S. government.