The White House officially submitted a list of 11 nominees to the Senate for various leadership roles in federal agencies and the judicial system. These positions include high-level officials for the Department of Health and Human Services and several federal judgeships. Additionally, the President formally withdrew two previous nominations for an ambassadorship and a position within the Department of Justice.

Following the death of Senator Lindsey Graham, President Donald Trump has ordered the United States flag to be flown at half-staff. This mark of respect for the Senator’s long-standing service applies to all federal buildings, military bases, and embassies worldwide. The flags will remain lowered until the evening of July 18, 2026.

President Trump has issued a proclamation granting a two-year compliance extension to certain chemical manufacturing facilities regarding the EPA's "HON Rule" emission standards. The administration argues the required technologies are not yet commercially viable and that forcing immediate compliance would threaten national security by disrupting critical supply chains. During this extension, these facilities will continue to operate under previous environmental regulations rather than the new, stricter mandates.

On July 13, 2026, the White House officially submitted two nominations to the Senate for approval. The President named Keith Sonderling as the candidate for Secretary of Labor and Andrew A. De Mello for a 15-year term as a Judge on the United States Tax Court.

President Trump issued a proclamation to reduce the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument by approximately 1.69 million acres, arguing the previous size exceeded the "smallest area" required for protection under the Antiquities Act. The order divides the remaining 181,541 acres into two specific units while opening the excluded land to mining, oil and gas leasing, and other commercial developments. The administration stated this change is necessary to decrease reliance on foreign minerals and better support traditional land uses like livestock grazing.

This presidential proclamation significantly reduces the size of the Bears Ears National Monument in Utah from roughly 1.36 million acres to approximately 121,096 acres. The administration argues that the previous boundaries were too large, protected common landscapes rather than specific historic objects, and restricted access to valuable minerals needed for national security. The remaining protected land will be managed as two smaller units, Shash Jáa and Indian Creek, while the excluded areas will reopen for mining, oil exploration, and other commercial uses.

The U.S. government has determined that relying too heavily on imported commercial aircraft and jet engines threatens national security by weakening domestic manufacturing and risking the use of faulty parts. To address this, the President has directed officials to negotiate new trade agreements with foreign partners to strengthen the American aerospace industry. No new tariffs will be imposed immediately, but the government will monitor progress over the next six months to decide if further action is needed.

President Trump issued a proclamation designating July 4, 2026, as the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. The statement honors the nation’s history of sacrifice and innovation while pledging to lead the United States into a "new American Golden Age" of prosperity and discovery. It calls on all citizens to celebrate the country’s heritage and the timeless values established by the Founders.

This presidential memorandum directs the EPA to lower vehicle repair costs by making it easier for consumers to use affordable aftermarket parts instead of relying on expensive, backlogged state certification processes. It requires the agency to clarify repair rules within 30 days and encourages the creation of new, faster ways to certify that parts meet federal emission standards. Additionally, the EPA is told to deprioritize legal action against individuals who, in good faith, attempt to fix their own vehicles.

President Trump has declared a national emergency due to global supply chain disruptions that have created a shortage of phosphate fertilizer, which is essential for U.S. food production. To protect the economy and food security, the proclamation authorizes the temporary, duty-free importation of these fertilizers from Morocco for up to eight months. This action aims to provide American farmers with an immediate, affordable supply of nutrients while domestic manufacturing capacity is expanded.