Political Appointee Expansion

Department of Labor / Office of the Secretary

Maximize number of political appointees at DOL to improve political accountability

"The number of political appointees should be maximized in order to improve the political accountability of the department." – Project 2025

History

Mon Jan 20 2025

Initial analysis

Disruptive Potential

MODERATE

Would increase political control over traditionally career civil service functions

Status
Planned
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