Trump Plans Major Overhaul of Federal Bureaucracy

Following a surprising electoral victory, President-elect Donald Trump is preparing to implement significant changes to the federal bureaucracy, including the establishment of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) aimed at reducing waste and streamlining operations. Former OMB director Russ Vought emphasizes the importance of the Office of Management and Budget in facilitating these reforms, which he believes will help control the 'administrative state' seen as undermining elected leadership. Many federal bureaucrats express concern over potential job losses and a mass exodus driven by fears that they may be replaced for failing to align with Trump's agenda. This administrative restructuring seeks to dismantle what Trump and his supporters describe as a corrupt and bloated bureaucracy that has become a 'fourth branch' of government. The proposed changes aim to restore accountability and efficiency in government operations as the Trump administration prepares to take office. As the transition unfolds, both supporters and critics are watching closely the implications these reforms could have on federal governance.