U.S. Renews Tech Threat Emergency to Foil Foreign Foes
Published Date: 8/8/2025
Presidential Document
Summary
The U.S. government is extending a national emergency for one more year to keep an eye on certain countries that are advancing in sensitive tech that could threaten our military and security. This means tighter controls on U.S. investments that might help these countries develop powerful military or cyber tools. The extension lasts until August 9, 2026, keeping national security front and center without new costs announced.
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National Emergency Extended One Year
The President continued the national emergency declared by Executive Order 14105 (originally on August 9, 2023) for 1 year beyond August 9, 2025. This continuation keeps in place the emergency authorities through August 9, 2026 to address threats from countries of concern advancing in sensitive military, intelligence, surveillance, or cyber-enabled technologies.
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