Immigration
Executive orders related to immigration, border security, and refugee policy.
21 executive ordersProtecting the National Security and Welfare of the United States and Its Citizens From Criminal Actors and Other Public Safety Threats
This executive order directs the Department of Homeland Security to access criminal history records maintained by the Department of Justice for immigration screening and vetting purposes, and authorizes DHS to exchange felony conviction records with foreign governments that are Visa Waiver Program countries or trusted allies, subject to reciprocal agreements with privacy protections.
The Gold Card
This executive order establishes the 'Gold Card' visa program, which allows foreign nationals who make substantial financial gifts to the Department of Commerce ($1 million for individuals, $2 million for corporations) to obtain expedited immigrant visas. The program is intended to prioritize admission of individuals who demonstrate economic benefit to the United States.
Prosecuting Burning of the American Flag
This executive order directs the Attorney General to prioritize enforcement of existing criminal and civil laws against flag desecration, while instructing federal agencies to refer cases to state and local authorities where applicable. It also authorizes immigration authorities to deny or revoke benefits for foreign nationals engaged in flag desecration under specified circumstances.
Protecting American Communities From Criminal Aliens
This executive order directs federal agencies to identify and penalize state and local jurisdictions that obstruct federal immigration law enforcement, known as 'sanctuary jurisdictions.' It requires the federal government to suspend or terminate federal funding to these jurisdictions, verify immigration status for federal benefits, and challenge state laws that the order claims favor immigrants over American citizens.
Making the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful
This executive order establishes a task force to coordinate federal, state, and local efforts to improve safety and aesthetics in Washington, D.C., with specific focuses on crime enforcement, immigration law, monument protection, and beautification of public spaces.
Restoring Public Service Loan Forgiveness
This executive order directs the Secretary of Education to revise regulations governing the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program to exclude employees of organizations engaged in substantial illegal activities from loan forgiveness eligibility. The order identifies specific categories of illegal activities that would disqualify organizations, including immigration violations, terrorism support, child abuse, illegal discrimination, and state tort law violations.
Amendment to Duties To Address the Situation at Our Southern Border
This executive order amends a previous order on tariffs related to southern border issues by modifying rules around duty-free treatment for small shipments. It allows duty-free de minimis treatment to continue for eligible articles until the Secretary of Commerce notifies the President that adequate systems exist to fully process and collect tariff revenue on these items.
Designating English as the Official Language of the United States
This executive order designates English as the official language of the United States. It revokes Executive Order 13166, which required federal agencies to provide services and documents in languages other than English for people with limited English proficiency, though agencies retain discretion in providing multilingual services based on their mission needs.
Ending Taxpayer Subsidization of Open Borders
This executive order directs federal agencies to prevent taxpayer-funded benefits from going to illegal aliens and to strengthen eligibility verification systems. It requires agencies to identify federally funded programs that currently provide benefits to undocumented immigrants and take corrective action, while also directing the Office of Management and Budget and a federal service to identify additional sources of federal funding for illegal aliens and recommend further agency actions.
Addressing Egregious Actions of the Republic of South Africa
This executive order directs the United States to halt foreign aid to South Africa and prioritize refugee resettlement for Afrikaners, citing concerns over South Africa's Expropriation Act 13 of 2024, alleged discrimination against ethnic minorities, property seizures, and South Africa's foreign policy positions regarding Israel and Iran.
Progress on the Situation at Our Northern Border
This executive order pauses the implementation of previously announced tariffs on Canadian goods until March 4, 2025, acknowledging steps taken by Canada to address illegal migration and drug trafficking issues. During this pause period, federal officials will assess whether Canada's actions sufficiently address these concerns, with authority to immediately implement the tariffs if the situation worsens.
Progress on the Situation at Our Southern Border
This executive order pauses the implementation of 25% tariffs on Mexican products that were set to take effect on February 4, 2025, extending the deadline to March 4, 2025. The pause was issued in recognition of immediate steps taken by Mexico to address illegal migration and drug trafficking, while allowing additional time to assess whether these measures are sufficient to resolve the stated national security threat.