The plan seeks to limit AI regulation at the federal and state level, encourages rapid development of AI infrastructure, and warns against ideological bias in models.
By Michael H. Rubin, Sy Damle, Andrew Gass, Ghaith Mahmood, and Fiona M. Maclean
On July 23, 2025, the Trump administration released a 28‑page AI strategy document titled “Winning the Race: America’s AI Action Plan” (the Action Plan or Plan). The Action Plan was drafted pursuant to Executive Order 14179
The administration has signaled a potential softening of cyber regulation for domestic entities, with increasing focus on national security priorities and preparing for the future.
By Antony (Tony) Kim and Michael H. Rubin
The Trump administration’s focus on reshaping the cyber regulatory environment continues with executive order 14306, “Sustaining Select Efforts to Strengthen the Nation’s Cybersecurity and Amending Executive Order 13694 and Executive Order 14144” (EO 14306), which was released on June 6, 2025, and issues sweeping amendments
New federal legislation aims to combat the publication of non-consensual deepfakes and mandates notice-and-removal procedures for covered platforms.
By Sy Damle, Andy Gass, Ghaith Mahmood, and Michael H. Rubin
On May 19, 2025, President Trump signed into law the “Tools to Address Known Exploitation by Immobilizing Technological Deepfakes on Websites and Networks Act” (the Take It Down Act or the Act). The Act, which received widespread bipartisan support, prohibits any person from knowingly publishing “intimate visual depictions”
The Trump administration continued to promote domestic critical mineral explorations and workforce development, while signaling progress in trade negotiations.
This week, President Trump issued several executive orders in furtherance of his policy aims, including orders relating to offshore critical minerals, workforce development, government efficiency, and civil rights. Meanwhile, the administration signaled a forthcoming trade deal with India.
Latham lawyers are carefully monitoring the rollout of President Trump’s policy priorities through executive orders, agency actions, and installment of new personnel. Below
The order prioritizes extensive policy reviews, the introduction of a National Resilience Strategy and National Risk Register, and increased reliance on state and local governments to strengthen national infrastructure.
On March 18, 2025, President Trump issued an executive order titled “Achieving Efficiency Through State and Local Preparedness” (the Order). This Order encourages state and local governments, along with individual citizens, to invest in preparing for and mitigating against various risks to the national infrastructure, such as
The Trump administration continues to roll back policies on DEI and banking regulation while facing various lawsuits over its personnel, spending, and immigration actions.
This past week, the Trump administration continued to take action on DEI, barring certain DEI-related language from government contracts and closing an office within the EPA. It also rolled back Biden-era proposals to regulate banking and finance. Meanwhile, the administration continues to face litigation challenges in federal court, with judges blocking personnel actions, USAID spending freezes
The administration continues to advance its agenda via executive orders amid confusion around rollbacks and rescissions.
This week, the Trump administration continued to sign several new executive orders imposing and rolling back new tariffs, and establishing a strategic bitcoin reserve, among others. President Trump also addressed a joint session of Congress on March 4, 2025, for the first time since retaking office. In his speech, the president highlighted the executive orders he has issued and outlined his vision for how
The administration also turned its focus to copper imports, bird flu, and a proposed new path to American citizenship.
This week, President Trump signed several new executive orders related to healthcare costs, copper imports, and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), among others. The administration also announced strategies for addressing the bird flu breakout as well as a plan for a $5 million “gold card” path to American citizenship. Late last week, a federal judge enjoined implementation of key portions
The new unit aims to protect retail investors and foster innovation by addressing cyber-related misconduct and emerging technology fraud.
By Margaret Graham, Michael H. Rubin, Nathan H. Seltzer, and Douglas K. Yatter
On February 20, 2025, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced the establishment of the Cyber and Emerging Technologies Unit (CETU), which will focus on combatting cyber-related misconduct and protecting retail investors from fraud in the emerging technologies sector. The new unit, led by Laura
