Federal budget office officials under the current administration are implementing sweeping changes to how agencies operate, including restructuring programs and shifting priorities without formal public review. These moves, which affect everything from grant allocations to regulatory oversight, are being carried out through internal memos and executive actions rather than legislative approval. Critics argue the changes could reshape federal policy without traditional congressional oversight, raising concerns about transparency and accountability. The approach contrasts with past practices where major shifts required public debate and bipartisan agreement.
OMB director Russell Vought is quietly remaking the federal government, and Congress is next
