Reform State Department Political Leadership

Department of State / Office of the Secretary

Replace all State Department leadership positions with new appointees on day one of administration. Increase number of political appointees to ensure department alignment with President's agenda.

"No one in a leadership position on the morning of January 20 should hold that position at the end of the day." – Project 2025

History

Mon Jan 20 2025

Huge departures announced at US State Department apnews.com 

Mon Jan 20 2025

Initial analysis

Disruptive Potential

MODERATE

Major disruption to State Department operations but limited direct impact on average citizens

Status
Completed
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