Incoming Trump Administration Faces Transition Challenges and Congressional Hurdles

As Donald Trump prepares for his second term, his team navigates internal dynamics and legislative strategy with a focus on unity and efficiency.

Susie Wiles, Trump's incoming chief of staff, has emphasized a no-drama approach, prioritizing teamwork and loyalty in the White House staff structure.
Key legislative challenges loom, including debates over whether to pursue a single comprehensive bill or separate measures for Trump's policy priorities like tax cuts, border security, and energy deregulation.
The slim Republican majority in the House complicates Trump's legislative agenda, with Speaker Mike Johnson facing pressure from hardliners on budget cuts and spending reforms.
Transition dynamics reveal internal jockeying for influence and roles, with Wiles restructuring staff titles and office assignments to streamline operations and reduce friction.
Trump has criticized outgoing President Biden's last-minute executive orders, promising swift reversals, while also navigating the complexities of a fully Republican-controlled Congress.