Trump Authorizes Federal Agencies to Partner With Private Firms on Cyber Operations

President Trump has issued a formal directive allowing US federal agencies to collaborate with vetted private technology companies on offensive cyber operations. The initiative targets foreign criminal networks, aiming to disrupt and dismantle global cybercrime organizations. Private firms operating under government supervision will contribute specialized resources and innovation to these focused cyber efforts. The partnership is designed to strengthen the government's overall capacity to combat cybercrime by leveraging private sector expertise.