President Trump has signed an executive order that grants him greater authority over independent regulatory agencies, such as the Consumer Product Safety Commission and the Securities and Exchange Commission, which were originally designed to be insulated from presidential influence. The order mandates these agencies to align closely with the White House, subjecting new regulations to presidential oversight. It underscores Trump's ongoing efforts to consolidate executive power, especially over entities typically regarded as nonpartisan, further indicating a shift in the governance structure to favor increased presidential control.
Given Trump's insistence on complete loyalty to him on the part of all government employees, this move is designed to extend his grip on the government to areas that previously have been nonpartisan.
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