Fact Sheet: President Donald J. Trump Secures America’s Defense Supply Chains and Ensures Domestic Acquisition of Critical Materials

This text outlines a July 20, 2026, Executive Order and a broader policy initiative by President Trump aimed at securing U.S. military supply chains by eliminating dependence on geopolitical adversaries.Key highlights include:Sourcing Restrictions: The order limits the use of waivers for materials from "covered nations," requiring contractors to create mitigation plans to onshore their supply chains.Enhanced Oversight: It mandates the "Department of War" to implement comprehensive supply chain mapping, forcing contractors to trace materials back to their raw origins.Domestic Production: The policy encourages the qualification of domestic and allied sources for critical minerals and components while removing regulatory barriers to speed up production.Broader Strategy: This action is presented as part of a series of measures taken since January 2025 to modernize defense acquisitions, boost American mineral production, and establish an "America First Arms Transfer Strategy" to ensure military dominance in an era of great power competition.