On February 19, 2025, two presidential actions were issued to reshape the federal government.
The first order, “Commencing the Reduction of the Federal Bureaucracy,” directs the elimination of non-statutory components of entities like the Presidio Trust and Inter-American Foundation, reducing their operations to legally required minimums. It aims to shrink government size, minimize waste, and boost accountability, with a 30-day deadline for identifying additional cuts.
The second, “Ensuring Lawful Governance and Implementing the President’s Department of Government Efficiency Regulatory Initiative,” mandates a review of all federal regulations to ensure they align with constitutional authority. Agency heads, alongside DOGE teams, will prioritize rescinding rules deemed unlawful or overly burdensome, focusing enforcement on clear statutory grounds.
These actions continue to streamline federal operations and curb overreach, with implementation guided by the Office of Management and Budget and DOGE.