Donald Trump appoints Project 2025 architect Russ Vought to lead budget office, focusing on deregulation.
From Investing.com: 2024-11-22 20:01:25
President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Russ Vought, a key figure in “Project 2025,” as director of the U.S. Office of Management and Budget. Vought will help set budget priorities and implement Trump’s promise to reduce government regulations. Project 2025 proposes expanding presidential power and reclassifying federal workers to allow for mass firings.
Trump has selected multiple former aides linked to Project 2025 for key administration roles. Vought, known for his cost-cutting and deregulation efforts, is seen as an ideal fit for implementing Trump’s America First Agenda. The project’s controversial proposals have faced criticism from Democrats and the public, with concerns over potential hard-right political shifts.
Vought’s chapter in Project 2025 focuses on expanding the president’s authority and reducing the power of career civil servants. This aligns with the project’s goal of empowering Trump to enact significant changes from day one. Trump’s spokesperson denies any involvement with Project 2025, emphasizing that cabinet nominees are committed to the president’s agenda.
Executive orders drafted by Vought and others involved in Project 2025 could be implemented on Trump’s first day in office. These orders include re-categorizing civil servants to allow for easier dismissals. Other key officials with ties to the project, like Brendan Carr and Stephen Miller, are set to assume important roles in the new administration, furthering Project 2025’s influence.
Vought will collaborate with Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to fulfill Trump’s promise of reducing government spending and regulations. Musk and Ramaswamy will co-lead a Department of Government Efficiency, operating independently from traditional government structures. Their efforts align with Trump’s goal of streamlining operations and cutting red tape.
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