Imposing Certain Sanctions in the Event of Foreign Interference in a United States Election
Executive Order 2018-20203
|Signed on September 13, 2018
45th Presidency
What it means
Declares a national emergency regarding foreign interference in US elections. Creates a process where intelligence officials must assess potential foreign election interference and recommend sanctions against responsible parties within 45 days after an election.
Expected impact
- Establishes a formal framework for investigating and punishing foreign interference in American elections
- Enables sanctions against foreign individuals, entities, and governments found to interfere in US elections
- Strengthens election security by creating accountability measures and allowing for rapid response to threats
- May deter potential foreign actors from attempting to interfere in future US elections