Trump Administration Wants To Dismantle Federal Watchdog Agencies

Andrea Hsu, an NPR labor and workplace correspondent, joins the discussion about the Trump administration's efforts to weaken the Merit Systems Protection Board and the Office of Special Counsel. Hsu highlights the implications of recent firings and the broader legal battles that arise from these changes. The potential for the Supreme Court to endorse greater presidential powers is explored, along with the risks of returning to a politicized civil service. Additionally, the consequences of government shutdowns on agency operations and protections for federal employees are examined.