Trump Administration Resource Center

Since the beginning of his second term, President Trump has continued to implement significant policy changes, including a focus on deregulation, restructuring the federal workforce, and taking a protectionist stance on international trade. This resource center delves into the domestic and foreign policies and initiatives instituted by the Trump Administration, featuring insights from lawyers across WilmerHale’s multidisciplinary practices. With lawyers experienced in all three branches of government, including members of our Crisis Management and Strategic Response, Public Policy and Legislative Affairs, and Congressional Investigations practices, we have a unique perspective on the evolving landscape. Stay informed on the changes impacting your business through our updates and analyses of Executive Orders, proclamations and key issues, including trade policies, immigration, healthcare reform, technology, cybersecurity, energy, and environmental regulations.

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Executive Orders

The Trump Administration has been active in issuing executive orders, focusing on reversing many policies from the previous administration. Key areas include deregulation, national security, and economic policies. This section features analysis of significant executive orders, highlighting their impact on federal regulations and governance.

Economic Regulation, Corporate Oversight and Financial Services

The administration is pushing for significant deregulation in the financial sector to reduce regulatory burdens and promote economic growth. This includes changes to capital requirements, leadership shifts in regulatory bodies, and a pro-business stance on mergers and acquisitions. The thought leadership in this section examines the administration’s policies and actions related to economic regulation, corporate oversight, and the financial services industry, focusing on deregulation and market impacts.

International Economic Relations

The Trump Administration is taking a protectionist approach, implementing tariffs and trade restrictions to reduce trade deficits and encourage domestic manufacturing. This includes aggressive measures against key trading partners and a focus on national security in trade policies. This section explores the administration’s approach to international trade and economic relations, including trade agreements, tariffs and diplomatic economic strategies.

Technology and Innovation

The administration is prioritizing technological advancement by reducing regulatory barriers, particularly in AI and digital assets. This includes promoting innovation in AI, blockchain and cryptocurrency, while maintaining a deregulatory stance to foster rapid technological progress. This section delves into the administration’s initiatives and policies aimed at fostering technological advancement and innovation, including support for emerging technologies and regulatory adjustments.

Administration Analysis

The Trump Administration is focused on deregulation and reversing policies from the previous administration. This includes a regulatory freeze, efforts to rescind or nullify existing regulations, and a push for greater political accountability in federal agencies. The thought leadership in this section provides analysis and commentary on the overall performance and impact of the Trump Administration’s policies and actions across various sectors.

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