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President Joseph R. Biden Jr. issued Executive Order 14142 to modify a previous order related to the situation in Syria. This new order amends Executive Order 13894 by removing specific references to Turkey's military actions in northeast Syria and revising sections on the blocking of certain properties and interests. It clarifies that the order does not create legal rights for individuals against the U.S. government. The order will be implemented as long as it complies with existing laws and available funding.

The Executive Order titled Securing Our Borders outlines a plan by the President to address illegal immigration and border security issues. It includes measures such as building physical barriers at the border, deploying additional personnel, and detaining individuals who violate immigration laws. The order also calls for the resumption of specific protocols and adjustments to parole policies, with a focus on international cooperation to enhance border security. Additionally, the order emphasizes the importance of prosecuting crimes related to human trafficking and other offenses associated with border security.

The Executive Order 14134 establishes a clear line of succession for the Secretary of Agriculture if both the Secretary and Deputy Secretary are unavailable. The order lists specific officials from the Department of Agriculture who would take over the duties in a predetermined sequence, including various Under Secretaries and other department heads. There are limitations, such as the exclusion of individuals serving in an acting capacity from assuming the role, unless eligible. The order also revokes a previous executive order from 2012 on the same matter.

The Executive Order titled "Extending the TikTok Enforcement Delay," dated April 9, 2025, further postpones the enforcement of certain rules against TikTok until June 19, 2025. During this time, the Department of Justice will not take action or impose penalties related to noncompliance with the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act. The Attorney General is tasked with providing guidance and assurances to service providers that no violations or liabilities apply for conduct during the specified time frame. The order emphasizes the Attorney General's exclusive authority to enforce the Act and restricts others from doing so.

President Joseph R. Biden Jr. issued Executive Order 14140, which updates the measures against individuals contributing to instability in the Western Balkans. The order amends previous executive actions by blocking the property of people who engage in actions threatening peace and stability, democracy, or human rights in the region. It includes those involved in corruption, those who support such activities, and relatives of involved individuals. The order underscores that it aligns with existing laws and does not grant any legal rights to individuals against the U.S. government.

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.

In a proclamation titled "National Stalking Awareness Month, 2025," President Joseph R. Biden Jr. recognizes January 2025 as a time to raise awareness about stalking and support survivors. He reflects on the fear and significant impact stalking can have, noting that one in three women and one in six men have experienced it. The proclamation highlights federal efforts, including the Violence Against Women Act and the National Plan to End Gender-Based Violence, aimed at supporting survivors and punishing perpetrators. President Biden urges Americans to speak out against stalking and support those working to stop such crimes.

In Executive Order 14271, the President directs U.S. government agencies to prioritize buying commercial products and services whenever possible to save taxpayer money and encourage private sector innovation. Agencies must review their current contracting processes for unnecessary custom solutions that don't offer extra value compared to commercial ones. The order also sets out specific procedures for justifying any exceptions and involves oversight from the Office of Management and Budget to ensure compliance. This approach aims to reduce waste and increase efficiency in federal spending.

The Executive Order 14129 mandates that all federal executive departments and agencies will be closed on December 24, 2024, allowing their employees the day off before Christmas. However, the heads of these departments can require certain offices to remain open for reasons such as national security or other public needs. The closures are also aligned with existing laws regarding employee pay and leave. The order ensures that it doesn't affect any existing legal authority or create new legal rights.

The Executive Order 14201, titled "Keeping Men Out of Women's Sports," establishes a policy to protect the integrity of women's sports by excluding male competitors. The order advises that federal funding should be withdrawn from educational programs that fail to provide equal sports opportunities for women and girls. It tasks various government departments, including Education, Justice, and State, with enforcing rules that prioritize safety, fairness, and equality in women's sports by clarifying eligibility based on sex rather than gender identity. The order also aims to influence international sports policies to align with these standards.