Consider This from NPR What we know about President Trump's nominee to lead the Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Aug 17, 2025 Discover how Trump’s ties to the Heritage Foundation influenced his appointee for the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Hear insights on the political fallout from dismissing the prior head due to unflattering reports. Explore the Heritage Foundation’s evolution into a MAGA stronghold and the implications for U.S. policy. Dive into the pressing concern over the politicization of labor statistics and the potential impacts on economic data credibility. It's a revealing look at how partisan think tanks are reshaping American governance.
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Heritage's Project 2025 Shapes Policy
- The Heritage Foundation has become a driving force behind many Trump administration policies through Project 2025.
- Its plan has shaped actions on immigration, the federal workforce, and public media funding.
Initial Distance Then Closer Ties
- Trump initially distanced himself from Project 2025 during the campaign but later enacted many of its ideas.
- The relationship between Trump and Heritage later tightened as staff moved into government roles.
BLS's Nonpartisan Tradition At Risk
- The Bureau of Labor Statistics has historically been nonpartisan and data-driven.
- Trump's firing of the BLS head signals a departure from that tradition and raises trust concerns.
