Trump's Transition Team Faces Criticism for Delaying Ethics Agreements

The delay in signing transition agreements could hinder Trump's preparedness to govern effectively from day one.

Donald Trump's transition team has missed key deadlines for signing agreements with the Biden administration and the General Services Administration, required under the Presidential Transition Act.
The lack of signed agreements prevents Trump's team from accessing federal agencies, security clearances, and national security briefings, potentially compromising national security.
Ethics requirements, including conflict of interest safeguards and fundraising limits, are central to the transition agreements, which Trump's team has yet to finalize.
Max Stier, head of the Partnership for Public Service, warns that the absence of formal transition planning could leave the country vulnerable and unprepared for a smooth transfer of power.
Despite pressure from the Biden administration and lawmakers, Trump's transition team claims to be negotiating terms but has not provided a timeline for when agreements will be signed.