Military Personnel Policies

President Trump signed an executive order to reinstate service members discharged for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine. The order directs the Secretaries of Defense and Homeland Security to offer reinstatement with full back pay and benefits to those discharged solely for vaccine refusal.

President Trump signed an executive order to eliminate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs and offices within the Department of Defense and the US Coast Guard. The order prohibits promoting “divisive concepts” and “gender ideology” within the military.

An executive order directs the Department of Defense to update guidelines for trans-identifying individuals serving in the military, focusing on physical and mental health standards for military readiness. The order reverses previous policies that allowed for transition-related medical expenses.

National Security and Defense

President Trump directed the development and deployment of a “next-generation missile defense shield,” referred to as the “Iron Dome for America,” citing the increasing threat from advanced aerial weapons.

International Relations

President Trump spoke with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss strengthening cooperation on security and trade, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region. The leaders plan for Modi to visit the White House later in the year.

Project 2025

Several of the executive orders relate to Project 2025, which includes proposals to abolish DEI programs, restrict transgender individuals' involvement in the military, and reinstate service members who refused COVID-19 vaccines. These orders directly support these objectives by implementing these changes through official government policy.

Other

A National Day of Remembrance for the 80th Anniversary of the Liberation of Auschwitz was proclaimed.

First Lady Melania Trump’s official portrait was released.