Trump, Harris Begin Presidential Transition Planning

Both Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are significantly behind in their presidential transition planning, which is essential for a smooth administration handover. Harris began her transition planning just weeks ago after taking the Democratic nomination following Joe Biden's withdrawal from the race, while Trump, despite securing his nomination earlier, has also delayed assembling his transition team. Experts highlight that effective transition planning usually starts in late spring, yet both candidates are only beginning now, which could hinder their ability to fulfill campaign promises. The Biden administration has made federal resources available to both candidates for the first time as they prepare for potential leadership roles. The General Services Administration has allocated office space for them, but the actual transition work that needs to be done is extensive and time-sensitive. Successful transitions are crucial, as evidenced by historical challenges faced in past administrations.