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Trump and Elon Don't Know Who They're Firing - with Max Stier

Factually! with Adam Conover

CHAPTER

The Risks of Politicizing Civil Service Protections

This chapter explores the critical role of civil service protections in the U.S. governance system, contrasting them with at-will employment in the private sector. The discussion emphasizes the risks associated with politicizing civil service roles and how presidential power can undermine the integrity of federal institutions by targeting those who uphold the law.

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