Navigating Trump administration executive orders impacting CFIUS, national security, and trade.

By James Barker, Les Carnegie, Damara Chambers, Philip Perry, Ruchi Gill, Catherine Hein, and Kathryn Worthington

See EO: Application Of Protecting Americans From Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act To TikTok

Date Issued: January 20, 2025

Agency Impacted: All

Summary: This EO addresses the “The Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act” by temporarily halting enforcement of the Act for 75 days to allow the administration to (1) address national security concerns and (2) explore resolutions to avoid a shutdown of TikTok.

Timeline: 75 days

Latham & Watkins has a proven track record of guiding clients through transitions in US administrations, leveraging our deep expertise and understanding of the evolving regulatory landscape. In the first week of the Trump Administration, a total of 48 executive orders were issued, marking a significant and rapid commencement of policy changes with potential impacts across business sectors. This package provides a concise analysis by Latham lawyers of 15 key executive orders that are anticipated to have the most substantial business implications.

For a comprehensive list of all executive orders issued, please visit the official White House website.

Additional details about Latham’s capabilities as well as contact information for several Latham lawyers with former government experience or who serve as key contacts in relevant practice areas, can be found at the end of this package.

We welcome the opportunity to connect with you to understand your specific needs and explore how we can assist you in navigating these changes. Please reach out to Latham for more detailed analysis and to stay informed about additional insights as they become available.