Trump Picks Russell Vought, Returning OMB Director and Project 2025 Architect

Nov 23, 2024, 12:28 AM

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Russell Vought, from Virginia, to lead the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). Vought, a renowned budget hawk, previously held the same position during Trump's first term. He is a key figure and contributor to Project 2025, a blueprint for reshaping the federal government to enhance presidential power. Vought met with Trump in Florida this week and is expected to work on cutting government spending, reducing regulations, and advancing the 'America First' agenda. He will be collaborating with figures like Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to increase government efficiency. His nomination requires Senate confirmation and signals Trump's commitment to implementing the plans outlined in Project 2025.