This week, the administration continued to advance its policy priorities through a range of actions. In the foreign policy sphere, the President issued a Notice continuing the national emergency with respect to Yemen, as well as similar notices regarding the stabilization of Iraq and the situation in the Central African Republic. On the domestic front, the President proclaimed National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, 2026, and Jewish American Heritage Month, 2026. The Treasury Department also took several actions, including announcing Marketable Borrowing Estimates and releasing an Economic Policy Statement to the Treasury Borrowing Advisory Committee.
Foreign Policy
The administration’s foreign policy efforts this week focused on maintaining national security and promoting stability in key regions. The continuation of the national emergency with respect to Yemen reflects the ongoing concerns about the situation in that country. Similarly, the continuation of the national emergency with respect to the stabilization of Iraq and the continuation of the national emergency with respect to the Central African Republic demonstrate the administration’s commitment to addressing these complex issues. The Treasury Department also acted to disrupt networks supplying weapons and UAV components to Iran, as outlined in its press release on Economic Fury.
Defense and National Security
The administration’s defense and national security efforts this week included several key actions. The Presidential Determination regarding the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 reflects the administration’s focus on ensuring the nation’s defense and security. Additionally, the President issued a Proclamation commemorating Victory Day for World War II, 2026, and a Proclamation recognizing Military Spouse Day, 2026.
Domestic Actions
The administration’s domestic actions this week included several proclamations and announcements. The President proclaimed National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, 2026, and Jewish American Heritage Month, 2026. The Treasury Department also announced its Marketable Borrowing Estimates and released an Economic Policy Statement to the Treasury Borrowing Advisory Committee. Furthermore, the Treasury Department hosted a convening with State Insurance Commissioners on private credit and the insurance sector.
The Week in Perspective
This week’s actions demonstrate the administration’s ongoing commitment to advancing its policy priorities, from maintaining national security and promoting stability in key regions to promoting physical fitness and recognizing the contributions of military spouses. As the administration continues to work towards its goals, these actions reflect the progress being made and the focus on ensuring the nation’s defense, security, and prosperity. The administration’s efforts this week are part of its broader agenda to address the complex challenges facing the nation and to promote a stronger, more secure America for all citizens.
Memoranda and Proclamations
- Victory Day for World War II, 2026 (signed 2026-05-07): The President has designated a day to commemorate the end of World War II.
- Military Spouse Day, 2026 (signed 2026-05-07): The President has designated a day to recognize the contributions of military spouses.
- Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Yemen (signed 2026-05-07): The President has continued a national emergency regarding the situation in Yemen.
- National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, 2026 (signed 2026-05-05): The President has designated May 2026 as National Physical Fitness and Sports Month.
- Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Stabilization of Iraq (signed 2026-05-04): The President has continued a national emergency regarding the stabilization of Iraq.
- Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Central African Republic (signed 2026-05-04): The President has continued a national emergency regarding the situation in the Central African Republic.
- Jewish American Heritage Month, 2026 (signed 2026-05-04): The President has designated May 2026 as Jewish American Heritage Month.
