US Federal

Executive Order Ending Certain Tariff Actions

President Trump signed Executive Order 14389, published on February 25, 2026, which terminates certain tariff actions against seven countries. This action revokes previous trade restrictions and is effective immediately upon publication.

Executive Order 14387: Ensuring Supply of Elemental Phosphorus and Glyphosate

President Trump issued Executive Order 14387 to ensure an adequate domestic supply of elemental phosphorus and glyphosate-based herbicides, critical for national defense. The order invokes authorities under the Defense Production Act to address potential supply chain vulnerabilities for these key materials.

Executive Order Suspending Duty-Free De Minimis Treatment

The Executive Office of the President has issued Executive Order 14388, continuing the suspension of duty-free de minimis treatment for all countries. This action impacts importers and exporters by potentially altering the customs treatment of goods.

Presidential Proclamation on Temporary Increase in Lean Beef Imports

The President has issued a proclamation temporarily increasing the quota for lean beef imports into the United States. This measure aims to ensure affordable beef for American consumers. The proclamation was published in the Federal Register on February 13, 2026.

President George Washington's Birthday, 2026 Proclamation

The Executive Office of the President has issued a proclamation designating President George Washington's Birthday for 2026. This document officially marks the observance of the holiday.

Presidential Proclamation: Temporary Import Surcharge for Payments Problems

The President has issued a proclamation imposing a temporary import surcharge to address international payments problems. This action, published in the Federal Register on February 25, 2026, introduces new import duties aimed at resolving fundamental international financial issues.

National Angel Family Day 2026 Proclamation

The Executive Office of the President has issued a proclamation designating February 26, 2026, as National Angel Family Day. This document officially recognizes the observance of this day.

Trividia Health Corrects True Metrix Blood Glucose Meters Due to Injuries and Death

The FDA issued an Early Alert regarding Trividia Health's correction of TRUE METRIX, TRUE METRIX AIR, TRUE METRIX GO, and TRUE METRIX PRO Blood Glucose Monitoring Systems due to reports of injuries and death. The correction updates instructions for the E-5 error code, which indicates very high blood glucose results or test strip errors.

Olympus Insufflation Units Recalled by FDA Due to Software Issues

The FDA has classified a recall of Olympus High Flow Insufflation Units (models UHI, UHI-2, UHI-3) as Class I due to a software issue that could lead to overpressure events, potentially causing serious injury or death. Olympus is removing these discontinued devices from the market, and users are instructed to immediately cease usage and quarantine affected units.

FDA Early Alert: Abiomed Heart Pump Purge Cassette Issue

The FDA issued an Early Alert regarding a potentially high-risk issue with Abiomed's Impella Purge Cassettes and Pump Sets. The issue involves an increased risk of purge leaks in Generation 1 Purge Cassettes, which could lead to pump stops and patient death. Abiomed has recalled affected products, and four serious injuries have been reported.