Presidential Executive Orders
EO 14358 Modifying Reciprocal Tariff Rates Consistent With the Economic and Trade Arrangement Between the United States and the People’s Republic of China
This order updates tariff schedules to align with ongoing U.S.–China trade negotiations and maintain economic reciprocity between the two nations. It authorizes the U.S. Trade Representative, Department of Commerce, and Department of the Treasury to adjust reciprocal duty rates on Chinese imports to reflect commitments made under bilateral trade agreements. The directive permits reductions or suspensions of certain duties if China meets agreed trade obligations, and reinstatement if it fails to do so. Agencies must review and recommend tariff adjustments that support U.S. national security, manufacturing, and fair-trade priorities. The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) will jointly report to the President within 180 days on implementation and proposed modifications.
EO 14357 Modifying Duties Addressing the Synthetic Opioid Supply Chain in the People’s Republic of China
This order strengthens the Administration’s campaign to disrupt the flow of synthetic opioids and precursor chemicals entering the United States from China. It directs the Department of the Treasury, Department of Homeland Security, and other relevant agencies to impose additional import duties on selected Chinese goods tied to the synthetic-drug supply chain. The goal is to increase economic pressure on entities in China that enable or fail to control the export of these substances. The order removes certain low-value import exemptions (“de minimis” shipments) and authorizes tighter customs screening and reporting. Agencies must coordinate enforcement and provide updates to the President within 180 days on progress and any further actions required to safeguard U.S. national security and public health.
SCOTUS
Currently reviewing cases; no formal opinions yet.
US Congress
In recess since government shutdown on October 1, 2025.
FL Executive Orders
EO 25-213 Emergency Management – Lake County Flooding
Declaring a state of emergency in Lake County after record-breaking rainfall and severe flooding struck Eustis, Mount Dora, and surrounding areas on October 26–27, 2025. The order designates the Director of the Florida Division of Emergency Management as State Coordinating Officer, granting authority to execute emergency response, recovery, and mitigation efforts, including invoking interstate and federal assistance. It authorizes state agencies to suspend rules and regulations that could hinder emergency actions, allows the transfer of funds from the Emergency Preparedness and Response Fund, and ratifies prior emergency measures taken.
EO 25-229 Special Election – House District 52
Calls a special election to fill the vacancy in Florida House District 52, created when Representative Jay Collins assumed the office of Lieutenant Governor on August 12, 2025. Under Florida law, such vacancies must be filled through a special election following consultation with the Secretary of State. The order schedules a Special Primary Election for January 13, 2026, and, if necessary, a Special General Election for March 24, 2026. It also directs the Secretary of State to carry out all related administrative and scheduling duties for the election.
FL Supreme Court
SC 2023-1219 – THE FLORIDA BAR v. LARRY ELLIOT KLAYMAN
The Supreme Court of Florida disciplined attorney Larry Elliot Klayman, finding violations of multiple Rules Regulating the Florida Bar stemming from prior misconduct and reciprocal discipline from another jurisdiction. The Court approved the referee’s findings and imposed a suspension, rejecting arguments for reconsideration. Reinforces Florida’s reciprocal discipline standards and the expectation that out-of-state suspensions carry equivalent consequences within the state.
SC 2025-1642 & SC 2025-1686 & SC 2025-1687 – BRYAN FREDRICK JENNINGS v. STATE OF FLORIDA & SECRETARY, DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS
The Court denied postconviction relief and related habeas petitions filed by death-row inmate Bryan Fredrick Jennings, upholding prior convictions and sentences for capital offenses. Jennings raised multiple constitutional and procedural claims, which the Court found to be without merit. Affirms existing precedent on capital postconviction procedure and underscores the Court’s limited review of successive petitions.
FL Congress
In recess since the end of the 2025 Regular Session, with no new laws enacted after July 2025.
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