Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Persons Who Commit, Threaten To Commit, or Support Terrorism
What happened
On September 11, 2026, the President continued for one year the national emergency declared in Executive Order 13224 of September 23, 2001, as amended. This emergency addresses the unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security, foreign policy, and economy of the United States posed by persons who commit, threaten to commit, or support terrorism. The decision ensures measures adopted to deal with this emergency remain in effect beyond September 23, 2026.
Why it matters
This action signifies that the U.S. government maintains its existing legal framework and sanctions against international terrorism. It allows the government to continue using specific powers under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act to combat ongoing threats. This impacts those identified as committing, threatening, or supporting terrorist acts.
Who it affects
- ›Persons who commit, threaten to commit, or support terrorism.
- ›United States nationals and the United States (as potential targets).
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