The leader of the Heritage Foundation’s Project 2025 has decided to step down due to ongoing criticism of the program from former President Donald Trump and the Democrats’ attempts to connect Trump’s campaign to the project. Project 2025, also known as the Presidential Transition Project, was introduced in April 2022 by Heritage as a plan for a future Republican administration to reorganize various aspects of the U.S. government. It is important to note that this project is not linked to Trump’s campaign.
Former President Trump has publicly criticized Project 2025, describing it as “absolutely ridiculous and abysmal.” He pointed to the 900-page conservative plan as an attempt to sway voters against a potential second Trump administration. Kevin Roberts, the president of Heritage, released a statement confirming that the project’s leader, Paul Dans, will be stepping down from his position.
Roberts acknowledged Dans’ leadership and stated that Project 2025 has successfully achieved its goal of uniting over 110 conservative organizations to create a cohesive conservative vision. The project aimed to shift power from the unelected administrative state back to the people, providing a tool for any future administration to utilize. Despite Dans’ departure, the project will continue as planned, with a focus on building a personnel apparatus for policymakers at all levels of government.
It is crucial to recognize the efforts of everyone involved in Project 2025 and their dedication to preserving America. The project’s timeline for policy drafting will proceed as scheduled, with a commitment to supporting policymakers at the federal, state, and local levels. As the fight for America’s future continues, the Heritage Foundation remains grateful for the contributions of all team members involved in Project 2025.