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Executive Order 14390 signed on March 6, 2026, establishes measures to combat cybercrime, fraud, and predatory schemes targeting American citizens. The order directs federal agencies to enhance coordination and enforcement actions against cybercriminals and fraudsters. It impacts Americans by potentially increasing protections against online fraud, identity theft, and predatory financial schemes.
The Trump administration continued the national emergency declaration regarding countries of concern advancing sensitive military and cyber technologies. This notice extends existing restrictions on technology transfers and foreign acquisitions deemed critical to U.S. national security. The action maintains enhanced screening and potential blocking of foreign investments and exports in advanced technology sectors.
President Trump signed Executive Order 14306 on June 6, 2025, amending previous cybersecurity executive orders to sustain and strengthen national cybersecurity efforts. The order modifies Executive Orders 13694 and 14144 to enhance the nation's digital infrastructure protection. It directly impacts Americans by affecting federal cybersecurity standards and potentially private sector security requirements.
On September 4, 2020, the Trump administration signed a memorandum establishing cybersecurity principles and standards for U.S. space systems and infrastructure. The directive requires federal agencies and contractors developing space systems to implement specified security practices and report on compliance. The order affects how civilian and military space programs implement cybersecurity controls for satellites, ground stations, and related systems used by federal agencies and private contractors.
President Trump signed Executive Order 13920 on May 1, 2020, directing the Department of Energy and Department of Homeland Security to protect U.S. electric grid infrastructure from cybersecurity threats and foreign interference. The order established requirements for bulk-power system operators to implement security measures and report vulnerabilities. It created a framework for federal agencies to coordinate on grid protection and granted the President authority to prohibit bulk-power system equipment from designated foreign countries.
On March 30, 2020, the Trump administration signed a notice continuing the national emergency declaration with respect to significant malicious cyber-enabled activities, originally declared in 2015. The continuation extends the emergency powers and authorities related to cyber threats without expiration. The direct impact on Americans includes continued government authority to respond to and restrict cyber activities deemed malicious, affecting cybersecurity policy and potential sanctions on foreign actors.
President Trump signed Executive Order 13870 on May 2, 2019, directing federal agencies to develop a strategy for recruiting, training, and retaining cybersecurity personnel in the federal workforce. The order established requirements for agencies to assess cybersecurity workforce needs, create recruitment and retention plans, and report progress to the White House. The confirmed effect was that federal agencies were required to submit workforce assessments and implementation plans for cybersecurity hiring and training programs.
On March 26, 2019, the Trump administration issued a notice continuing the national emergency declaration with respect to significant malicious cyber-enabled activities, originally declared in 2015. The continuation extends the emergency powers and authorities related to responding to cyber threats against U.S. infrastructure and systems. The declaration allows the government to maintain emergency authorities for cyber incident response without requiring new Congressional approval.
Executive Order 13833 was signed on May 15, 2018, directing federal agencies to strengthen the role and authority of Chief Information Officers (CIOs) in IT management and cybersecurity. The order requires agencies to grant CIOs direct reporting authority to agency heads and decision-making power over IT budgets and investments. The confirmed effect is that federal CIOs gained centralized control over IT spending and security protocols across their agencies.
On March 27, 2018, the Trump administration signed a notice continuing the national emergency declared in 2015 regarding significant malicious cyber-enabled activities originating from, or directed by, Russia. The continuation extends the emergency declaration that authorizes sanctions and restrictions on entities and individuals engaged in cyber attacks against U.S. infrastructure and institutions. The declaration remains in effect, allowing the executive branch to maintain existing cyber-related sanctions and take additional actions against designated cyber threat actors.