President Donald Trump has signed an executive order directing the State and Treasury Departments to begin the process of designating certain chapters of the Muslim Brotherhood as terrorist organizations. The order cites the group's involvement in violence across the Middle East, including rocket attacks on Israel after the October 2023 assault, and calls for a 30-day review to identify chapters in Egypt, Jordan, and Lebanon for possible designation. These designations could lead to asset freezes, travel restrictions, and criminalization of material support for affiliated entities. The move follows warnings from research organizations and state officials about the Muslim Brotherhood's growing influence in the United States, including alleged infiltration of government agencies and advisory roles.