Trump plans to nominate Russell Vought to lead White House budget office

President-elect Donald Trump is expected to nominate Russell Vought to lead the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB). Vought, a key figure in Project 2025, previously served as OMB director during Trump's first term. Vought's potential appointment may raise concerns among critics regarding the influence of Project 2025 in Trump's upcoming administration. The project outlines significant changes, including expanding presidential powers and withdrawing the abortion pill mifepristone. Brendan Carr, another Project 2025 contributor, is also in line for a role in the administration, potentially heading the Federal Communications Commission. Carr's proposals include limiting tech companies' free-speech protections and reducing regulations on network infrastructure development.