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Wed, January 15, 2025

Trump's budget nominee and 'Project 2025' author Russ Vought faces senators


Published on 2025-01-15 12:00:49 - MSN
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  • President-elect Donald Trump's pick for the top budget office, Russ Vought, will face senators on Wednesday for potential confirmation to a crucial post for Trump's goals to reshape and downsize the federal government.

Russ Vought, former President Trump's budget director and a key figure behind Project 2025, faced scrutiny from Senators during his confirmation hearing for a position on the Office of Management and Budget's board. Project 2025, a policy initiative by the Heritage Foundation, aims to reshape the federal government to align with conservative principles, including significant changes to immigration, education, and the structure of federal agencies. Senators expressed concerns over Vought's involvement in this project, particularly his views on using the Insurrection Act to deploy the military domestically, his stance on reducing the independence of the Justice Department, and his past actions that led to a court ruling of contempt for withholding information from Congress. Vought defended his record, emphasizing his commitment to reducing government spending and enhancing executive power, while also addressing criticisms by clarifying his positions and intentions regarding the controversial aspects of Project 2025.

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