On June 3, 2026, President Donald Trump signed the Executive Order "Strengthening Customs Enforcement.

On June 3, 2026, President Donald Trump signed the Executive Order "Strengthening Customs Enforcement." As of this writing, the full text has not been officially released by the White House or published in the Federal Register. Initial analyses—based on press releases and government sources—indicate the order would direct Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to intensify import scrutiny, shorten documentation submission deadlines, and increase penalties for violations. However, these details are preliminary until the full legal instrument is published.

This order aligns with the Trump administration's protectionist trend, aimed at reducing the trade deficit and protecting domestic industry. Previous measures included tariffs and restrictions on Chinese goods, as well as actions against under-invoicing and smuggling. The new EO, if the reported scope is confirmed, would aim to deter practices such as incorrect tariff classification, undervaluation, and circumvention of rules of origin. This is part of a package of executive actions strengthening customs control without requiring legislative approval.