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August 26, 2026 · Energy security / Electric grid / Cybersecurity

Executive Order 14420 declares bulk-power-system national emergency and orders foreign-equipment restrictions

PUBLIC-RECORD EXECUTIVE ACTION — FOREIGN GRID-EQUIPMENT RESTRICTIONS ANNOUNCED; SPECIFIC COVERED EQUIPMENT AND CONTINUED-USE CONDITIONS DEPEND ON ENERGY DEPARTMENT IMPLEMENTATION

Trump signed an executive order declaring a national emergency over foreign-supplied bulk-power-system equipment that the administration says can create cybersecurity or operational risks. Reuters reports the order bars purchase or installation of covered foreign-produced equipment and directs the Energy Secretary to set conditions for continued use of equipment presenting identified risks. FactFlag records the legal action and implementation status separately from the administration’s broader threat assessment.

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