Policies & Analysis
Learn more about the policies and actions taken by the Trump-Vance administration, and how they threaten communities, freedoms, and democracy.
The Trump-Vance Administration is trying to
Harmfully deregulate America
This Executive Order seeks to give corporations a free pass for pollution.
Fighting Overcriminalization in Federal Regulations
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May 9, 2025
This Executive Order announces an intention to identify any regulations that have criminal penalties, and disfavors criminal enforcement of regulations. While potentially reasonable in some contexts, here, this Executive Order likely will have the effect of undermining crucial environmental laws---such as the Clean Water Act--which include criminal penalties for violating some regulations. These environmental protection laws are essential to regulate dangerous and hazardous substances that can negatively impact the environment and people's health. While this Executive Order has no legal force by itself, it indicates an intention to undertake a harmful deregulatory regime that risks Americans' safety and health.
People are fighting back
How communities are responding
Democracy 2025 and our partners are ready to counter threats to people's rights, justice, and equality in courtrooms and communities across the country. Learn more about how people and communities are responding to this harmful policy:
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