Former President Donald Trump has been trying to distance himself from the Heritage Foundation's Project 2025, a comprehensive plan aimed at reshaping the U.S. government with conservative policies. Despite his recent claims of knowing nothing about the project, evidence shows significant involvement from at least 140 of his former administration officials. Trump initially supported the initiative, praising the Heritage Foundation's efforts in 2022. Democrats have raised alarms about the project's potential to undermine democratic principles and drastically alter federal agencies. Trump's disavowal has been met with skepticism, with critics and media outlets highlighting the deep connections between his previous administration and Project 2025.