Trump Action Archive

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• Trump signed Executive Order 14386 directing the Department of War to procure power from coal-fired generation facilities for military installations via long-term Power Purchase Agreements, citing national defense and grid reliability. — President Trump signed Executive Order 14386 on February 11, 2026, directing the Secretary of War, in coordination with the Secretary of Energy, to seek long-term Power Purchase Agreements with coal-fired energy production facilities to serve Department of War installations and mission-critical facilities. The order frames coal generation as essential to national security, grid reliability, and defense operational readiness, and prioritizes projects enhancing grid reliability, on-site fuel security, and mission assurance for defense and intelligence capabilities.
• Trump signed executive order directing Defense Department to purchase billions in coal-generated power — At a White House ceremony surrounded by coal industry leaders, lawmakers, and miners, President Trump signed an executive order directing the Defense Department to purchase billions of dollars of power produced by coal. Trump characterized environmental regulations as "the Radical Left's war on the industry." The event included presentation of a trophy naming Trump "the undisputed champion of beautiful, clean coal."
• Trump issues executive order directing federal military installations to procure power from coal-fired generation facilities — President Trump issued an executive order on February 11, 2026, directing the Secretary of War (in coordination with the Secretary of Energy) to procure power from U.S. coal-generation facilities through long-term Power Purchase Agreements for Department of War installations and mission-critical facilities. The order frames coal as essential to national defense and grid reliability, citing a prior national energy emergency declaration. It prioritizes projects enhancing grid reliability, on-site fuel security, and defense mission assurance.
• President Trump signed executive order directing Department of War to purchase coal power — On February 12, 2026, President Trump held a "Champion of Coal" event at the White House where he signed an executive order directing the Department of War to purchase coal-generated power and announced Tennessee Valley Authority's recommitment to coal. The White House release states Trump was honored as the "Undisputed Champion of Beautiful, Clean Coal" and framed the action as supporting coal workers, rural communities, and energy independence. Multiple lawmakers and industry leaders attended and issued statements of support.
• White House issued fact sheet promoting executive order on coal power for military installations — The White House published a fact sheet on February 11, 2026, promoting an executive order signed by President Trump directing the Department of War to prioritize long-term Power Purchase Agreements with coal-fired energy facilities to supply military installations and critical defense facilities. The fact sheet states the order aims to ensure "uninterrupted, on-demand baseload power" and claims coal provides reliable energy superior to intermittent renewable sources. It asserts that Trump's prior coal-related executive orders have "stopped the closure of 17 gigawatts of coal power" and resulted in new investments.
• White House signed Executive Order 14386 directing Department of War to procure power from coal-fired generation facilities for military installations — The White House signed Executive Order 14386 on February 11, 2026, directing the Secretary of War, in coordination with the Secretary of Energy, to procure power from coal-fired generation facilities through long-term Power Purchase Agreements to serve Department of War installations and mission-critical facilities. The order frames coal as essential to national and economic security, citing grid reliability, on-site fuel security, and defense mission assurance as priorities. The order references prior executive orders declaring a national energy emergency and establishing coal as central to grid security.
• Trump signs executive order requiring military to purchase electricity from coal-fired power plants — President Trump signed an executive order at a "Champion of Coal" event directing the Department of Defense to procure increased electricity from coal-fired power plants. The order was issued on the same day as the endangerment finding rescission. Trump received the inaugural "Undisputed Champion of Coal" award from the Washington Coal Club, a pro-coal industry organization. The coal industry contributed $3.5 million to Trump's 2024 election campaign.
• Trump Signs Executive Order to Support Coal Industry — President Donald J. Trump signed an executive order directing the Defense Department to purchase billions of dollars of power produced by coal during a ceremony at the White House. He also announced that the Department of Energy will allocate $175 million to modernize and extend the life of coal-fired power plants in several states. This action is part of Trump's broader agenda to support the coal industry, which he claims is under attack from the "Radical Left."

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• White House announced construction of 90,000-square-foot event space at White House — The Trump administration announced plans to construct a 90,000-square-foot ballroom and event space on the White House complex, replacing the East Wing. Groundbreaking is scheduled for September 2025. The project, estimated to cost approximately $200 million, will be funded by Trump and private donors. The administration stated that presidents and staff have sought such a space for 150 years, though the selection of architects and design process is unclear.
• White House announced $200 million ballroom construction project — White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt announced that construction of a new White House ballroom will begin. The project will add 90,000 square feet to the White House complex at a cost of $200 million. Leavitt stated that presidents and administrations have "longed for" such a large event space for 150 years.
• Trump announces $200 million ballroom construction at White House — Donald Trump announced plans to construct a new $200 million, 90,000 square-foot ballroom at the White House, to be completed before his term ends in early 2029. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stated the facility will seat up to 650 people. Trump cited the current 200-person capacity of the East Room and weather-related logistical challenges with tent events on the South Lawn as justification. Funding will come from Trump and "patriot donors." McCrery Architects, Clark Construction, and AECOM have been selected for design and construction. The ballroom will replace the current East Wing and represents the first structural addition to the executive mansion since the Truman Balcony in 1948.

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• Trump pardons Paul Walczak — Trump pardoned Paul Walczak shortly after his mother attended a high-priced fundraising dinner for Trump, raising questions about the motivations behind the pardon.
• Trump pardons nursing home executive Paul Walczak — Paul Walczak, a nursing home executive who pleaded guilty to tax crimes and was set to pay $4.4 million in restitution and serve 18 months in prison, was pardoned by Donald Trump. The pardon came after Walczak's mother attended a high-priced dinner at Mar-a-Lago. This action is part of a series of pardons issued by Trump to individuals with connections to him or his supporters.
• Trump pardons former nursing home executive for tax crimes — Trump issued a presidential pardon to Paul Walczak, a former nursing home executive who pleaded guilty to tax crimes. The pardon followed a significant donation from Walczak's mother to Trump's campaign, sparing him from prison time and restitution.

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• Establishment of Strategic Bitcoin Reserve — President Donald J. Trump signed Executive Order 14233, establishing the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and the United States Digital Asset Stockpile. The order mandates the creation of custodial accounts for managing government-held Bitcoin and other digital assets, primarily acquired through forfeiture proceedings. The Secretary of the Treasury is tasked with overseeing these reserves and developing strategies for their management, ensuring budget neutrality and compliance with applicable laws.
• Trump issues executive order establishing national bitcoin stockpile — On March 6, Trump issued an executive order establishing a national stockpile of bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. The order was issued the day before Trump's "crypto summit" and has drawn criticism from watchdogs for its economic risks and for benefiting bitcoin holders while exposing U.S. taxpayers to financial risk.
• Establishment of the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and United States Digital Asset Stockpile — President Donald Trump issued an executive order establishing the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and the United States Digital Asset Stockpile. The order mandates the Secretary of the Treasury to create offices to manage these reserves, which will include Bitcoin and other digital assets obtained through forfeiture proceedings. The reserves are intended to enhance the strategic position of the U.S. in the global financial system. The order also requires agencies to report on their digital asset holdings and outlines conditions under which these assets can be used or disposed of.
• Trump establishes Strategic Bitcoin Reserve via executive order — On March 6, 2025, Trump signed an executive order establishing a "Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and U.S. Digital Asset Stockpile," directing the federal government to acquire and hold bitcoin and other cryptocurrency assets. The announcement provided legitimacy to bitcoin by associating it with the world's largest economy. The article notes it is unclear how the American public benefits from such a stockpile, but the announcement boosted bitcoin prices and benefited bitcoin investors, including Trump himself.
• White House issues fact sheet on Strategic Bitcoin Reserve executive order — The White House published a fact sheet on March 6, 2025, describing an executive order signed by President Trump establishing a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and U.S. Digital Asset Stockpile. The order directs the Treasury Department to hold bitcoin seized through criminal and civil asset forfeiture as a non-sale reserve asset, authorizes the Secretaries of Treasury and Commerce to develop budget-neutral strategies for acquiring additional bitcoin, and requires agencies to report their digital asset holdings to Treasury and the President's Working Group on Digital Asset Markets.
• White House signed executive order establishing Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and Digital Asset Stockpile — The White House signed an executive order on March 6, 2025, directing the Treasury Secretary to establish a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve capitalized with all Bitcoin held by the federal government from asset forfeiture proceedings, and a separate Digital Asset Stockpile for other digital assets. The order requires agencies to inventory and transfer holdings within 30 days, prohibits sale of reserve assets except under specified conditions (victim restitution, law enforcement operations, state/local sharing, or legal requirements), and directs Treasury and Commerce to develop budget-neutral strategies for acquiring additional Bitcoin.