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A look at Russell Vought’s influence and his push to reshape the government

A look at Russell Vought’s influence and his push to reshape the government

Summary

The Trump administration is stopping billions of dollars in infrastructure funding as the government shutdown enters its third week. Russell Vought, the Director of the Office of Management and Budget, is using this time to apply President Trump's political plans and execute large-scale staff reductions.

Key Facts

  • The government shutdown has reached its third full week.
  • The Trump administration has paused billions in infrastructure funding.
  • Russell Vought is the Director of the Office of Management and Budget.
  • Vought is using the shutdown period to support President Trump’s political agenda.
  • Part of Vought's actions includes significant staff layoffs during the shutdown period.

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