Andrew Yang Podcast Project 2025: The 70-Author Blueprint to Reshape America
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Apr 28, 2025 
David A. Graham, a writer for The Atlantic and author of "The Project," joins to discuss Project 2025, a 900-page blueprint by conservative leaders. They unpack its extensive restructuring plans for the U.S. government and the long-term implications for American life. Graham explores challenges faced by federal employees, critiques of the consumption tax, and the impact on healthcare reforms. The conversation highlights how these policies, influenced by Trump’s past, could reshape everyday governance and economic landscapes for years to come.
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About Project 2025 Authors
- Project 2025 was written by around 70 conservative authors mainly from the MAGA right.
- It comprehensively outlines a traditional conservative vision for reshaping the government.
Staffing Strategy for Trump 2.0
- Project 2025 involved planning ahead to place loyal officials in key government roles.
- They identified and trained vetted people to avoid staffing issues from Trump's first term.
OMB Controls Government Policy
- The Office of Management and Budget acts as the president's air traffic controller controlling budget and policies.
- Controlling government personnel through OMB equates to controlling policy direction.
