Overview

• President-elect Donald Trump has signed a transition agreement with President Joe Biden's White House, enabling formal coordination between the outgoing and incoming administrations.
• Trump has declined to sign a separate agreement with the General Services Administration (GSA), which would have provided access to secure offices, communication tools, and background checks for appointees.
• The Biden administration emphasized the importance of a smooth transition for national security and public safety, despite logistical challenges posed by Trump's decision to forgo GSA support.
• Trump's team has committed to publicly disclosing transition donors, rejecting foreign contributions, and adhering to an ethics plan required by the Presidential Transition Act.
• Federal agencies are implementing alternative measures to securely share sensitive information with Trump's team, including in-person briefings and document reviews.