What is Project 2025 and its connection to a potential second term for Donald Trump?

Heavyweight conservatives have come together to create a detailed roadmap for a potential second Trump presidency, known as Project 2025. This ambitious project spans over 900 pages and outlines how Trump and his allies could reshape the US government to align with conservative ideals.

Led by the influential Heritage Foundation, Project 2025 envisions a federal government that takes a hardline stance on immigration, LGBTQ+ and abortion rights, environmental protections, financial policy, and China. The project aims to replace appointed roles with political appointees who are loyal to Trump and his policies.

Project 2025 has four pillars to extend conservative influence throughout the government, including creating a database of potential personnel for an incoming administration and training them through a “Presidential Administration Academy.” The project also includes a presidential transition playbook to ensure a smooth transition of power.

While the project doesn’t explicitly state it’s for Trump, it aligns closely with his policy aims. The Heritage Foundation, along with about 100 other conservative organizations, supports Project 2025. The group’s goal is to see the powers of the president expanded and to restore traditional family values.

Despite pushback from the Trump campaign, Heritage claims credit for influencing many of Trump’s policy proposals during his first term. The group’s previous Mandate for Leadership in 2017 saw 64% of its recommendations implemented or proposed by Trump.

As conservatives gear up for a potential second Trump presidency, Project 2025 serves as a comprehensive guide for reshaping the government in line with conservative values. With heavyweight conservatives backing the project, it remains to be seen how influential it will be in shaping the future of US politics.