This week, the administration took significant steps to advance American interests and promote stability at home and abroad. Through a series of executive actions, the President demonstrated a commitment to restoring integrity to the nation’s financial system and promoting innovation in financial technology. The Treasury Department also played a key role, with Secretary Scott Bessent delivering remarks at the No Money for Terror Conference and the Brunswick School Commencement. Additionally, the department took action to disrupt terrorist financing and narcotics trafficking operations, targeting networks supporting Hamas and the Sinaloa Cartel.
Foreign Policy
The administration continued to prioritize national security and counterterrorism efforts. The Treasury Department targeted flotilla organizers and Muslim Brotherhood networks supporting Hamas, and disrupted networks generating billions for Iran’s terrorist regime. Secretary Bessent also spoke at the No Money for Terror Conference, highlighting the importance of international cooperation in combating terrorist financing. Furthermore, the department targeted Hizballah-aligned officials obstructing peace and disarmament, demonstrating the administration’s commitment to promoting stability in the region.
Defense and National Security
The administration also took steps to address national security concerns. The Treasury Department disrupted Sinaloa Cartel narco-terrorist fentanyl trafficking operations, highlighting the ongoing efforts to combat the opioid epidemic and disrupt criminal organizations. The President also continued the national emergency with respect to Belarus, demonstrating a commitment to promoting democracy and stability in the region.
Domestic Actions
This week’s executive actions demonstrated a commitment to promoting American economic interests and restoring integrity to the financial system. The President integrated financial technology innovation into regulatory frameworks, and restored integrity to America’s financial system. The Treasury Department also released Treasury International Capital data for March, providing insight into the nation’s economic performance. Additionally, Secretary Bessent delivered remarks at the Brunswick School Commencement, highlighting the importance of education and economic opportunity.
The Week in Perspective
The administration’s actions this week demonstrate a commitment to promoting American interests and stability at home and abroad. From restoring integrity to the financial system to disrupting terrorist financing and narcotics trafficking operations, the President and his team are working to advance a pro-American agenda. As the administration continues to implement its policies and take executive actions, it is clear that the goal is to promote prosperity, security, and stability for the American people.
Executive Orders Signed
- EO 14406 — Restoring Integrity to America’s Financial System (signed 2026-05-19): Executive Order 14406 relates to the financial system in the United States.
- EO 14405 — Integrating Financial Technology Innovation Into Regulatory Frameworks (signed 2026-05-19): Executive Order 14405 deals with integrating financial technology into regulatory frameworks.
Memoranda and Proclamations
- Memorial Day, 2026 (signed 2026-05-22): Memorial Day is a federal holiday in 2026.
- Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Belarus (signed 2026-05-21): The national emergency with respect to Belarus is continued.
- To Implement Certain Provisions in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026, and for Other Purposes (signed 2026-05-19): This action implements certain provisions of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026, and serves other purposes.
