Executive Order 14148: Initial Rescissions of Harmful Executive Orders and Actions

Executive Order 14148, issued in January 2025, rescinds dozens of prior executive actions that the current administration deemed inflationary, divisive, or harmful to national interests. The order specifically targets policies related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI); climate change; healthcare; immigration; and pandemic response. It calls for a government-wide rollback of initiatives implemented since 2021, with agency heads and policy advisors tasked with reviewing and replacing them. The directive reflects a sharp shift in federal policy aimed at reshaping the priorities and operations of the U.S. government.