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Washington D.C. Readies for Trump’s Potential Return with Right-Wing Ambitions

Washington D.C. Prepares for a Trump Comeback with New Right-Wing Plans

As Donald Trump gears up for a potential return to the Oval Office, there’s a buzz in the air that hints at a battle over which conservative groups will get to shape his next administration. Enter Project 2025 and a few other right-leaning organizations that are determined to make their voices heard. Despite Trump’s claims that they won’t play a role, the attempt to align his presidency with these groups is well underway.

A Blueprint for Change

Project 2025 isn’t just some distant idea; it’s a detailed manifesto filled with over 900 pages outlining how a second Trump term could look. Their goal? They want to send a significant chunk of government employees packing, making way for more political appointees instead of those pesky non-partisan civil servants. This vision includes sweeping changes to major government departments and a reduced size of federal employment altogether.

The Support Team

Among the front-runners aiming to influence Trump’s choices is the America First Policy Institute, which has smoothly navigated the waters that Project 2025 found rocky. They recently got the big thumbs up when Trump tapped Linda McMahon, the board chair of the institute, to co-chair his transition team. This puts the America First group in a prime position to help steer the ship of a future Trump administration.

From backroom tips to public messaging, they’re getting ready to jump in. They’ve released statements promising to prioritize issues that their supporters care about deeply: securing borders, driving economic growth, and ensuring dominant freedoms for all citizens.

Legal Forward Maneuvers

Another player in this drama is America First Legal, led by former Trump advisor Stephen Miller. This group has been very active in taking legal action to support conservative ideologies, especially those surrounding election integrity, immigration laws, and more. While there are murmurs of Miller returning to a Trump cabinet, his group might just stay as an external supporter watching Trump’s back from the sidelines.

What’s in Store for America?

The policy ideas bouncing around from Project 2025 are something to keep an eye on. They suggest everything from increased border security to reeling in legal immigration options for students and workers. It’s a familiar tune for Trump who made a big splash during his first campaign with promises of mass deportations.

And when it comes to education, Project 2025 is swinging for the fences by suggesting total elimination of the Department of Education, advocating for the use of vouchers that divert public funds to private schools. The right-leaning groups have been dreaming of dismantling this department for a long time, but could this be their moment?

Social Issues on the Table

Of course, it wouldn’t be a Trump administration without some drama surrounding social issues. Most Project 2025 chapters are pretty clear about their desire to scrap any programs that push for LGBTQ+ rights, and they’re looking to edge out things like abortion access too. Their goal is to ramp up restrictions, although interestingly, they haven’t pushed for a complete ban yet.

While Trump seems a bit murky on his own abortion stance, Project 2025 makes it crystal clear—they want to make access more difficult while tracking records and intensifying scrutiny around abortion services.

Conclusion: A Growing Divide?

With all these various groups eyeing Trump and trying to steer him one way or the other, it raises the question: Will he stick closely to this far-right agenda, or will he carve out his own path? As we all wait and watch, one thing is sure—there’s plenty of energy and ideas swirling in the conservative camp. Buckle up, because the next few years promise to be a wild ride.

Author: HERE Bristol

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