Staff Reports
The latest twist in the saga of the Trump campaign and Project 2025 unfolded as the project’s director, Paul Dans, announced his departure from The Heritage Foundation, sending shockwaves through the conservative community. While Democrats seem to be tossing out the term “demise” like confetti at a birthday party, the Trump camp is leaping at the chance to distance itself from this extensive policy program.
With Vice President Kamala Harris and her merry band of Democrats rushing to make Project 2025 synonymous with Trump’s campaign, advisors Susie Wiles and Chris LaCivita have taken a firm stand to clarify that Project 2025 has never been part of their plans. In a statement that reads like a masterclass in damage control, they insisted that the initiative is as far removed from Trump’s campaign as a snowflake in July. The implication is clear: those trying to link the former president with this initiative had better watch their backs.
Trump team puts out a statement saying the demise of Project 2025 is “greatly welcomed” after its leader was fires today
Trump Team ends with a warning for anyone trying to “misrepresent their influence with President Trump and his campaign”
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Dans, who played a key role in establishing Project 2025 during Trump’s administration, may be stepping back, but according to reports, the initiative isn’t going anywhere. Kevin Roberts, head honcho at The Heritage Foundation, touted the project’s ability to rally over 110 prominent conservative organizations toward a common vision—an admirable feat in the murky waters of modern politics. However, this “unified conservative vision” has apparently caught the ire of those who see it as a conservative overreach, particularly on sensitive issues like abortion.
Despite the noise from Democrats who seem intent on branding Project 2025 as “too extreme,” Trump is making it abundantly clear that his campaign’s focus remains on something entirely different: Agenda47. Recently, the former president voiced his distinct lack of familiarity with the initiative, further asserting that he has “no idea” who’s behind it. The Trump campaign is thus waving goodbye to any unwanted affiliations, hoping to keep the focus on winning over swing voters rather than diving into a quagmire of misunderstood policy initiatives.
The real kicker, as revealed by a not-so-unbiased YouGov poll, is that Project 2025 isn’t winning any popularity contests at all. In fact, it seems that only a measly 26% of Republicans view it favorably. This rocky reception likely explains why Trump is eager to untangle himself from the project’s grasp as he eyes a crucial electoral battle ahead. Not surprised at all, the voters are saying: “It’s not us, it’s you,” as the Trump team tries to refocus on its agenda, leaving Project 2025 to occupy the political periphery.
