Trump Delays Transition Process, Raising Governance and Security Concerns

President-elect Donald Trump has yet to sign key agreements required for a formal transition, stalling security clearances, briefings, and administrative preparations.

Trump's transition team has not signed memorandums of understanding with the White House and General Services Administration, delaying access to resources and security clearances.
The lack of signed agreements prevents FBI background checks on Trump’s Cabinet nominees, raising concerns about unvetted appointments to critical positions.
Senator Elizabeth Warren and other officials warn that the delay threatens national security and violates the Presidential Transition Act, which mandates ethics and transparency measures.
The stalled transition process echoes concerns from past delays, such as the 2000 election, which were linked to security vulnerabilities highlighted in the 9/11 Commission Report.
Despite the holdup, Trump has rapidly announced key Cabinet picks, including controversial figures, but risks Senate votes without proper vetting.