EO 14245
Imposing Tariffs on Countries Importing Venezuelan Oil
Economy & TradeForeign PolicyNational Security
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Summary
This executive order authorizes the imposition of 25% tariffs on goods imported into the United States from any country that imports Venezuelan oil, effective April 2, 2025. The order invokes existing national emergency declarations regarding Venezuela and cites national security concerns related to the Maduro regime and the Tren de Aragua criminal organization.
Key Points
- 1A 25% tariff may be imposed on all goods from countries importing Venezuelan oil, either directly or indirectly, starting April 2, 2025
- 2The Secretary of State, in consultation with Treasury, Commerce, Homeland Security, and the U.S. Trade Representative, has discretionary authority to determine which countries will be subject to the tariff
- 3The tariff will expire one year after a country's last import of Venezuelan oil, or earlier at the discretion of the Secretary of Commerce
- 4The order relies on existing national emergency declarations regarding Venezuela dating back to 2015 and cites concerns about the Tren de Aragua criminal organization and Venezuelan government actions
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the executive order. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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