White House Secretly Swayed Board Meant to Protect Federal Workers From Unfair Firings

During his time in office, President Trump and his administration worked hard to expand the power of the presidency. They aimed to give the president more control over government positions by placing loyal supporters in key roles. This approach could potentially allow a president to influence many areas of government by having allies in important positions. The story is significant because it highlights how the balance of power in the U.S. government can be affected by the actions of those in leadership, impacting how decisions are made and who makes them. QUESTION: How might the ability of a president to appoint loyalists to government positions influence the way policies are created and implemented?