Executive Orders
EO 14283 WH initiative to promote excellence and innovation at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs)
Aims to strengthen the role of HBCUs by promoting their advancement as centers for excellence in education and leadership development
EO 14282 Transparency Regarding Foreign Influence at American Universities
Protects American educational and national security interests by ensuring transparency in the foreign funds received by higher education institutions. It addresses longstanding concerns that many American universities have not adequately disclosed foreign gifts and contracts, which could pose risks to the integrity of academic research and national security
EO 14281 Restoring Equality of Opportunity and Meritocracy
Seeks to eliminate the use of disparate-impact liability in all contexts, arguing that it undermines the principle of equal treatment under the law and threatens the commitment to merit and equality of opportunity.
EO 14280 Reinstating Commonsense School Discipline Policies
Declares that the Federal Government will not tolerate the risks to children’s safety stemming from equity-based discipline practices that may have resulted in a safety compromise in schools. The order outlines the detrimental effects of past disciplinary frameworks, highlighting issues such as increased classroom disorder and school violence.
EO 14279 Reforming Accreditation To Strengthen Higher Education
Reform higher education accreditation standards by holding institutions accountable for quality and eliminating discriminatory practices under the guise of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)
EO 14278 Preparing Americans for High-Paying Skilled Trade Jobs of the Future
Mandates a comprehensive review of existing federal workforce programs by the Secretaries of Labor, Commerce, and Education. They are to propose strategies for integration and improvement, targeting skills that meet the needs of emerging industries
EO 14277 Advancing Artificial Intelligence Education for American Youth
Promotes artificial intelligence (AI) literacy among American youth by integrating AI concepts into the education system from early learning through postsecondary education. Recognizing the rapid advancement of AI and its implications for future job markets, this initiative is aimed at equipping students with necessary skills to thrive in an AI-driven economy
EO 14276 Restoring American Seafood Competitiveness
To enhance American seafood competitiveness by addressing trade practices, reducing regulatory burdens, and promoting domestic fisheries.
SCOTUS
Supreme Court Backs Immigrant in Voluntary Departure Deadline Case
The Supreme Court ruled unanimously in Monsalvo Velázquez v. Bondi, making it easier for immigrants to meet voluntary departure deadlines under federal immigration law. The case involved Monsalvo Velázquez, who filed a motion after his 60-day voluntary departure period fell on a Saturday, but was denied because the Board of Immigration Appeals counted calendar days without considering weekends.
The Court held that when a voluntary departure deadline falls on a weekend or legal holiday, it extends to the next business day. This decision strengthens immigrant protections and ensures fairer procedural timelines in removal cases.
