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January 30, 2026
Great American Recovery Initiative, Threats By Cuba, CE Works Pilot, Homan Affirms Commitment, 2026 Year Of Celebration, President McKinley, New Senior Deduction, And More
On January 29, 2026, President Trump signed the EO Addressing Addiction through the Great American Recovery Initiative laments the fact that 16.8% of the US population suffers from some kind of chronic, treatable disease aka addiction. Many do not even realize they are addicted and even fewer seek care once they realize they are addicted. Addiction contributes to declining workforce participation, increased healthcare costs, homelessness, family instability, and lost productivity that together cost the United States hundreds of billions of dollars each year. Addiction should be treated the same as other chronic diseases with evidence-based care, scientific advancement, continuous support, and community connection.
Section 2 announced the Great American Recovery Initiative which will be co-chaired by the Secretary of HHS and the Senior Advisor for Addiction Recovery. The following or their designees shall be part of this Initiative: US AG, Secretaries of Interior, Education, Labor, HUD, and VA; Assistants to the President and Chief of Staff, Special Envoy for Peace Missions, and Cabinet Secretary; Directors of National Drug Control Policy and NIH; Administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services; Commissioner of Food and Drugs; Assistant Secretary for Mental Health and Substance use, Dept of HHS; and heads of other executive departments, agencies, or offices that may be invited to participate by the co-chairs.
Section 3 sets the scope of the Initiative as recommending steps to coordinate the Federal government's response; increase awareness of addiction; advice on implementation of programs that integrate prevention, early intervention, treatment, recovery support, and re-entry into all relevant public health, healthcare, criminal justice, workforce, education, housing and social services systems and remove outdated programs; advice on appropriate grants to support addiction recovery; consult with States, tribal nations, local jurisdictions, community-based organizations, faith-based organizations, private sector, and philanthropic entities on best strategies to ensure Americans receive the treatment they need.
On January 29, 2026, President Trump signed EO Addressing Threats to the United States by the Government of Cuba acknowledges that Cuba aligns with Russia, China, Iran, Hamas, Hezbollah, and other non-US-friendly nations, inviting these nations to encamp their military within Cuba's borders. These policies and practices threaten the safety, national security, and foreign policy of the US. President Trump writes:
NOW, THEREFORE, I, DONALD J. TRUMP, President of the United States of America, find that the situation with respect to Cuba constitutes an unusual and extraordinary threat, which has its source in whole or substantial part outside the United States, to the national security and foreign policy of the United States and hereby declare a national emergency with respect to that threat.To deal with the national emergency declared in this order, I determine that it is necessary and appropriate to establish a tariff system, as described below. Under this system, an additional ad valorem duty may be imposed on imports of goods that are products of a foreign country that directly or indirectly sells or otherwise provides any oil to Cuba. In my judgment, the tariff system, as described below, is necessary and appropriate to address the national emergency declared in this order.
Section 2 provides for the imposition of tariffs on any country that directly or indirectly sells oil to Cuba.
Section 3 allows for the President to modify this order based on actions taken by other nations to circumvent this order.
Section 4 calls for monitoring of the situation and reporting back with recommendations to further support this EO.
Section 5 allows for delegation of authority by the appropriate Secretaries to their subordinates and the notification through the FR of rules, regulations, and guidance changes to implement this EO.
Section 6 orders the Secretary of State to make reports to Congress and to the President as appropriate.
Section 7 defines oil as crude oil or petroleum products; indirectly as being done through intermediaries or 3rd countries knowing that the oil may be provided to Cuba; Cuba means the territory of Cuba and its marine area; and Government of Cuba is any political subdivision, agency, or instrumentality as well as any person owned or controlled by or acting for or on the behalf of the Government of Cuba.
Section 8 makes this EO effective 15 12:01am EST on January 30, 2026.
Section 9 allows for this EO to supersede any previous EO that is inconsistent with this EO.
Section 10 allows for the removal of any portions subsequently declared to be invalid while the remainder of the EO remains enforceable.
On January 29, 2026, the White House published the article Border Czar Affirms Commitment to Public Safety, Removing Violent Criminals in Minnesota reinforcing the simple fact that ICE is there to remove the worst of the worst from US streets within our Nation. The goal is efficient, professional, and targeted operations through cooperation with politicians, local Law Enforcement, and others for a safer situation for everyone.
On January 29, 2026, President Trump signed the Proclamation Year of Celebration and Rededication, 2026 announcing President Trump's and his Administration's goal to celebrate 250 years of American freedom and independence throughout the entire year of 2026. The US was founded in the belief that every person is endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness. This year, President Trump and his Administration will honor and give thanks to the pioneers, warriors, statemen, preachers, inventors, risk-takers, workers, and heroes who worked to make the US the greatest Nation in the world with liberty and justice for all. President Trump writes:
NOW, THEREFORE, I, DONALD J. TRUMP, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim 2026 as a Year of Celebration and Rededication. I call on every American to reflect upon and celebrate the wisdom and deeds of the heroes of our Founding who made the miracle of America possible. I call on parents to teach their children about America’s inspiring history, heritage, and heroes. I invite the world to come to our shores to experience the splendor, warmth, and hospitality of America. And I encourage all Americans — including businesses, churches, families, and the military — to observe this year, reflecting on the blessings our Nation has received, with appropriate programs, ceremonies, concerts, celebrations, and activities in their homes, schools, work, communities, military bases, and houses of worship.
On January 29, 2026, the White House published America 250: Presidential Message on the Birthday of President William McKinley celebrating the birth of our 25th President William McKinley on January 29, 1843 in Niles, Ohio of Scots-Irish and English descent. He fought in the civil War in the 23rd Ohio Infantry. He was shot September 6, 1901 by leftist anarchist Leon Czolgosz in Buffalo, NY. He lingered until September 14, 1901, when he died from complications from the two gunshot wounds. He is one of 4 US Presidents who were assassinated while in office. President McKinley is well-known for his use of tariffs.
On January 20, 2026, President Trump signed EO 14172 Restoring Names That Honor American Greatness where, in Section 3, to restore the name Mount McKinley in Alaska (which was stripped by the Obama Administration in 2015). This same EO, in Section 4, renames the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America acknowledging the majority of the water mass is within the scope of the US and the US has had the responsibility for the area no matter what it was named. Section 5 calls for the Secretary of Interior to accept public and intergovernmental input regarding renaming of other areas.
President Trump writes:
Guided by his vision, my Administration is also reestablishing a trade policy that promotes American investment and productivity, enhances our Nation’s industrial and technological advantages, defends our economic and national security, and—above all—puts American workers, manufacturers, and industries first. On what would have been President McKinley’s 183rd birthday—and as we celebrate 250 years of American freedom and independence—we honor his memory, we remember his courage, and we renew our resolve to protect our workers, to reach further, aim higher, and achieve the full promise and glory of the American Dream.
If you are over 65, you will want to know about the additional $6,000 Senior Deduction for this year's tax season. This special deduction is applicable only to your 2025 through 2028 tax years. This deduction is an additional deduction. So you can use the standard deduction, the existing senior deduction, and now this new $6,000 deduction. Be aware that this deduction is based on your income and phases out as you reach the highest income level allowed. You do not need to itemize your deductions in order to claim this $6,000 Senior Deduction. This Senior Deduction is separate from the "no tax on Social Security."
How do you activate this Senior Deduction? You need to use form 1040-SR and check the box saying you are over 65. You need to then complete a new form Schedule 1A.
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