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President Joseph R. Biden Jr. issued a proclamation recognizing January 20, 2025, as Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday. The proclamation honors Dr. King's legacy as a leader for civil rights and equality and encourages Americans to engage in community and service projects to commemorate his work. President Biden emphasized the importance of continuing Dr. King's vision for justice, freedom, and equality in the ongoing struggle to uphold democracy. Americans are urged to partake in activities that promote civic duty and community service to honor Dr. King's enduring impact.

The Executive Order establishes the National Energy Dominance Council within the Executive Office of the President. Its purpose is to make America a leader in energy production by expanding all forms of energy, including oil, natural gas, and renewable sources. The Council, chaired by the Secretary of the Interior, will advise the President on increasing energy production, improving regulations, and fostering cooperation between the government and private energy sectors. It will also work on strategies to raise national awareness about energy issues and priorities.

The Executive Order 14150, titled "America First Policy Directive to the Secretary of State," is issued by the President to direct U.S. foreign policy to prioritize American interests and citizens. The order instructs the Secretary of State to adjust the Department of State’s policies and operations to align with this "America First" approach. It clarifies that the order should not affect existing legal authorities or create enforceable rights. The implementation of the order must comply with applicable law and is dependent on available funding.

During Cancer Control Month in April 2025, a proclamation underscores the importance of supporting cancer patients and celebrating survivors. President Donald J. Trump highlights efforts to advance medical research and technology to combat cancer, noting the establishment of the Make America Healthy Again Commission. The proclamation encourages Americans to maintain healthy lifestyles and utilize early screenings to help prevent and detect cancer. It also recognizes declining cancer death rates and urges continued innovation and dedication to finding a cure.

The President issued a memorandum to various government officials focusing on preventing illegal immigrants from receiving Social Security benefits. Section 1 of the memorandum calls for strict measures to ensure ineligible individuals do not receive these benefits, including expanding a fraud prosecutor program and addressing issues noted in a 2023 audit. The audit highlighted missing records of deceased individuals and potential identity theft. Section 2 states that the memorandum should not interfere with existing laws or create any new legal rights.

In this executive order, the President mandates that the counting of people for the decennial census for House of Representatives apportionment must include everyone living in each state, regardless of immigration status. This order reverses previous policies that aimed to exclude undocumented immigrants from the count. The order emphasizes that accurate and complete data must be used for the census and requires the Secretary of Commerce to ensure that the population count fully reflects each state's inhabitants. Additionally, it revokes earlier directives concerning the collection of citizenship information for the census.

The President of the United States has decided to continue the national emergency concerning the humanitarian crisis and potential economic collapse in Afghanistan. This emergency, first declared in 2022, addresses serious concerns about food security, health, and basic needs for the Afghan people, as well as the status of Afghan financial assets in the U.S. Due to ongoing threats to U.S. national security and foreign policy, this emergency will be extended for another year beyond its planned end date in 2024. This action is taken in accordance with U.S. laws regarding national emergencies.

The President of the United States, Donald J. Trump, issued Proclamation 10890 on January 31, 2025, announcing February 2025 as National Black History Month. This proclamation honors the vital role black Americans have played in shaping the nation's history, highlighting notable figures such as Frederick Douglass, Harriet Tubman, and Tiger Woods. The President calls on all Americans, including public officials and educators, to observe the month with suitable programs and activities that celebrate these contributions.

The Executive Order 14189, issued by the President, outlines plans to celebrate America's 250th birthday on July 4, 2026. It establishes the White House Task Force on Celebrating America's 250th Birthday, led by the President and Vice President, which will coordinate with various federal agencies to organize the celebrations. The order also reinstates previous executive orders related to the National Garden of American Heroes and the protection of monuments, and it requires agencies to report their plans for the anniversary by March 1, 2025. Finally, the Task Force will be supported by the Department of Defense and will conclude its work by the end of 2026, unless extended.

The Executive Order 14177 establishes the President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST) to unite experts from academia, industry, and government to guide the United States in maintaining leadership in science and technology. The council, composed of up to 24 members, will advise the President on issues related to science, technology, innovation, and education policy. The PCAST will also serve as advisory bodies for various scientific and technological acts and provide input to the National Science and Technology Council. The order revokes a previous executive order regarding the establishment of PCAST and sets a termination date of two years from the order's issuance, unless extended by the President.