Trump Team Purges National Security Council: Loyalty Checks Spark Controversy
2025-01-28
President-elect Trump's team is conducting political vetting of civil servants on the National Security Council (NSC), questioning their voting choices, political contributions, and social media posts. Some officials are being asked to demonstrate loyalty to Trump or face dismissal, raising concerns about the loss of expertise and diversity of opinion in policymaking. While the incoming administration has the right to choose a team aligned with its political vision, this approach risks stifling dissent and negatively impacting national security policy. The actions are reminiscent of the Trump administration's previous controversies surrounding whistleblowers.