Proclamation 10985—National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, 2025
Issued 2025-10-17 by Donald J. Trump
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This proclamation officially designates October 2025 as National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. The President is renewing the administration’s commitment to improving cybersecurity for all Americans, aiming to protect both national security and personal privacy. Recent cyberattacks have targeted American businesses and disrupted vital services, costing billions of dollars.
Earlier this year, the President signed an Executive Order to bolster cybersecurity efforts within the federal government, focusing on secure software development, encryption protocols, and using artificial intelligence to identify cybersecurity vulnerabilities. The First Lady has also championed legislation like the TAKE IT DOWN Act, which aims to protect children from online exploitation.
The proclamation encourages all Americans – individuals, companies, and institutions – to take steps to safeguard their devices and data throughout October 2025. It emphasizes the importance of using strong passwords, reporting suspicious emails, and regularly updating software to enhance national security and resilience.
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Constitutional Analysis
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This proclamation designates "National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, 2025" — a ceremonial observance that brings national attention to cybersecurity. Presidents have issued ceremonial proclamations since George Washington, and they fall squarely within the executive tradition. They do not create new law, direct federal spending, or impose legal obligations on citizens.
Ceremonial proclamations like this one are purely declaratory. They express the sentiment of the President on behalf of the nation, drawing public awareness to causes or communities. They require no congressional approval and face no constitutional challenges.
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