A looming shutdown threatens a historic power shift. OMB aims to bypass Congress, potentially gutting programs and RIFing employees, altering the separation of powers. Major implications ahead. Under the Antideficiency Act, significant changes are expected.
Taft's approach to government efficiency, contrasted with Trump's, highlights a shift in reliance on experts and congressional collaboration. The Taft Commission aimed for economy and performance through streamlined administration.
Congress used CRA resolutions to repeal policies, from energy preservation to vehicle emissions. Trump approved 3 resolutions, signaling a deregulatory agenda. Concerns raised about abusing the CRA for broader policy changes.
