Trump's Team Refusal to Sign GSA Agreement Could Delay Transition
The transition process following the U.S. presidential election is underway, with both President Trump and former Vice President Biden preparing for potential victory. However, Trump's team has yet to sign an agreement to work with the current administration, which could potentially delay the process if he wins.
Under a 2022 law, both candidates are entitled to transition funds and materials if neither concedes within five days of the election. This means that Trump and Biden can receive transition materials and send their teams into agencies beginning Nov. 10, even if no candidate concedes immediately.
Federal agencies have prepared their materials for the winning side. If Trump wins, his team will be accompanied by the Ministry of the Interior when they arrive on Nov. 10. However, Trump's decision not to sign a memorandum of understanding with the General Services Administration (GSA) could cause delays in providing access to agencies for his team. This is reminiscent of the 2016 election, where Trump's post-election transition planning was delayed due to his decision to abandon efforts led by Rich Bagger and Chris Christie. Furthermore, Trump's team is considering skipping the security clearance process altogether this time around.
The transition process is set to begin on Nov. 10, regardless of who concedes first. However, Trump's team's refusal to sign an agreement with the GSA may cause delays in their access to agencies if he wins. The Biden administration has already finalized their briefing documents, while Trump's team is exploring alternative approaches to the transition process.
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