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Incoming Trump team questions civil servants, security staff about loyalty, political views

Incoming Trump team questions civil servants, security staff about loyalty, political views


Published on 2025-01-13 13:40:44 - MSN
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  • The move could potentially lead to a purge of non-aligned staff, and deprive the new administration of valuable expertise Incoming senior Trump administration officials have begun questioning career civil servants who work on the White House National Security Council (NSC) about who they voted for in the 2024 election,

The incoming Trump team has reportedly been questioning civil servants and security staff about their political views and loyalty, according to sources cited in an MSN article. This practice has raised concerns about the politicization of the federal workforce, traditionally expected to serve the government impartially regardless of the administration in power. The inquiries are said to focus on whether these employees align with Trump's political ideologies, potentially aiming to replace or sideline those deemed insufficiently loyal. This approach has sparked debate over the integrity of the civil service and the potential for undermining the non-partisan nature of government operations. Critics argue that such actions could lead to a purge of experienced staff, affecting the efficiency and neutrality of government functions.

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