In early July, former President Donald Trump claimed ignorance regarding Project 2025, stating he knows "nothing" about the Heritage Foundation's "Mandate for Leadership." Despite his disavowal, this 887-page policy agenda for the next Republican president presents a comprehensive conservative vision for America that the Heritage Foundation is determined to see implemented. "We are in the process of the second American Revolution, which will remain bloodless if the left allows it to be," declared Kevin Roberts, the foundation's president, after the Supreme Court's recent decision asserting presidential immunity from criminal prosecution.
Rolling Stone's investigation, credited to Nikki McCann Ramirez and Ryan Bort, revealed that at least seven members of the Republican National Committee involved in shaping the GOP's platform for a potential second Trump term are connected to Project 2025. Notable figures linked to the project include Trump advisors Stephen Miller, John McEntee, and former HUD Secretary Ben Carson.
Trump's inner circle is reportedly prepared to enact Project 2025's policies immediately if he secures a second term. This ambitious plan encompasses significant changes across various sectors, including abortion, climate policy, immigration, and federal agency operations, aiming to reshape American institutions under conservative principles.
Project 2025, described by the Heritage Foundation as a blueprint for the next conservative administration, outlines a strategy based on a policy agenda, personnel, training, and a 180-day playbook. The plan emphasizes the importance of "personnel is policy," aiming to replace current government employees with Trump loyalists to execute its agenda.
Key aspects of Project 2025 include stringent abortion restrictions, rollback of climate regulations, aggressive immigration policies, and extensive restructuring of federal agencies. The plan advocates for an enhanced presidential control over government operations, aligned with the "unitary executive theory."
Despite Trump's public denial of involvement, his connection to Project 2025 remains a contentious issue, with significant implications for America's future under a potential second Trump administration. President Biden and Democratic leaders have voiced strong opposition, highlighting the project's extreme agenda and its potential impact on the nation.
Trump is desperately claiming he has “no idea who is behind” Project 2025.
— Biden-Harris HQ (@BidenHQ) July 9, 2024
Here are some of the top Trump advisors and allies who are behind his Project 2025 agenda.
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Credits to Nikki McCann Ramirez and Ryan Bort for their investigative reporting.
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