Biden Extends National Emergencies on South Sudan and Cyber Threats
The extensions come as the administration cites ongoing violence, human rights abuses, and cyber threats to U.S. security and economy.
- President Biden extends national emergencies related to South Sudan and cyber-enabled activities, citing ongoing threats.
- The national emergency concerning South Sudan, initiated in 2014, is extended due to continued violence and human rights abuses.
- The cyber-enabled activities emergency, declared in 2015, is renewed in response to persistent threats to U.S. security and economy.
- Both emergencies are extended for another year, following legal requirements for review and Congress notification.
- The extensions reflect the administration's assessment of enduring challenges to peace, security, and stability.