Analysis Highlights National Emergency Declared by President Trump to Secure U.S. Bulk-Power System

An analysis published today details President Donald Trump's Executive Order 14420, issued on August 26, 2026, which declares a national emergency regarding risks from foreign-produced bulk-power system electric equipment. The order grants the Department of Energy authority to prohibit or condition transactions involving such equipment deemed a national security threat, aiming to bolster domestic energy infrastructure and cybersecurity.