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In a proclamation, President Donald J. Trump designated January 2021 as National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month. The President emphasized the United States' ongoing commitment to eradicating human trafficking, equipping survivors with vital support, and ensuring justice against traffickers. Initiatives highlighted include the launch of the National Action Plan to Combat Human Trafficking and substantial funding increases for anti-trafficking efforts. The proclamation called upon all Americans to participate in efforts to end modern slavery.

This executive order, titled "Addressing Certain Tariffs on Imported Articles," issued by the President, aims to address the overlapping impact of tariffs on imported goods. By reviewing several existing tariffs set under various orders and proclamations, the order seeks to prevent unnecessary stacking of tariffs on the same item, reducing the cumulative effect that might exceed desired policy outcomes. It outlines specific guidelines for the application of tariffs from orders related to automobile parts, drug inflow and border security, aluminum, and steel. The order also designates responsibilities to the Secretary of Homeland Security and others to ensure the consistent application and update of regulations related to these tariffs.

In a proclamation dated January 20, 2025, President Donald J. Trump declared a national emergency at the United States' southern border, citing threats from cartels, criminals, and illicit drugs. The proclamation directs the Armed Forces to assist in gaining full operational control of the border and authorizes the construction of physical barriers. It also calls for potential changes in regulations related to unmanned aerial systems and the revocation of a previous proclamation terminating an emergency at the border. Furthermore, the Department of Defense and Homeland Security are required to report on actions taken and the border's status within a specified timeframe.

The Executive Order 14155 announces the United States' plan to withdraw from the World Health Organization (WHO), citing dissatisfaction with the organization's handling of global health crises and financial demands on the U.S. The order revokes a previous 2021 retraction of withdrawal from the WHO and outlines steps to stop U.S. financial support and personnel involvement with the organization. It calls for the establishment of new mechanisms to protect public health and directs U.S. officials to communicate the withdrawal to international parties while pausing negotiations on a WHO Pandemic Agreement.

In this executive order, the President of the United States announces new tariffs on nations that import oil from Venezuela, starting April 2, 2025. The decision aims to address the national emergency concerning Venezuela, which poses a threat to U.S. security and foreign policy, partly due to the actions of the Venezuelan government and the involvement of the Tren de Aragua gang. The order allows a 25% tariff on imports from countries receiving Venezuelan oil, directly or indirectly, to be implemented or lifted based on specific criteria and consultations between various U.S. governmental departments. These measures are an effort to mitigate the impact of Venezuela's destabilizing activities on the United States and its interests.

The Executive Order establishes the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to improve federal operations by modernizing technology and software. It renames the United States Digital Service as the United States DOGE Service and creates a temporary organization to advance the President's DOGE agenda. Each federal agency must form a DOGE Team to support this initiative, comprising a leader, an engineer, a human resources specialist, and an attorney. The order emphasizes enhancing software quality, facilitating data sharing between agencies, and granting DOGE access to essential records while maintaining strict data protection standards.

The proclamation announces the death of James Earl Carter, Jr., the thirty-ninth President of the United States, and honors his legacy of public service and moral leadership. President Carter was celebrated for his work in promoting global peace, human rights, and various government initiatives, such as creating the Department of Energy and the Department of Education. President Biden expresses sorrow and directs that flags across the nation and at U.S. facilities abroad be flown at half-staff for 30 days to honor Carter. Additionally, January 9, 2025, is designated as a National Day of Mourning, inviting Americans and international communities to pay their respects.

The Executive Order 13999, titled "Protecting Worker Health and Safety", was issued by the President to prioritize protecting workers from COVID-19. The order directs the Secretary of Labor, through the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), to issue updated workplace safety guidance and consider emergency standards such as mask requirements. It also emphasizes coordination with state and local governments to protect public employees, and includes a national program to focus on violations that significantly endanger workers. Additionally, it encourages outreach efforts to inform workers of their rights, particularly in communities heavily impacted by the pandemic.

The proclamation issued by President Joseph R. Biden Jr. on January 25, 2021, restricts entry into the United States for noncitizens who have been in specific countries recently affected by COVID-19, such as the Schengen Area, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Brazil, and South Africa. This decision is based on the guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to protect public health due to new virus strains circulating in these regions. There are exceptions, including for U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, and certain others, like spouses and children of U.S. citizens or lawful residents, as well as individuals involved in virus containment. The proclamation aims to prevent further spread of the virus into the United States and will stay in effect until modified or terminated by the President.

The Executive Order titled "2024 Amendments to the Manual for Courts Martial, United States" was issued by the President using authority granted by the Constitution and U.S. laws. It amends Parts II, III, IV, and V of the Manual for Courts-Martial and introduces randomized selection of court-martial members as per the James M. Inhofe National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023. The amendments will generally take effect immediately, except for specific changes to certain rules, which will become effective in December 2024. These changes ensure that actions taken before the order remain unaffected by the new amendments.