Trump's Transition Delays Spark Legal and Ethical Concerns

President-elect Donald Trump's transition team is opting not to sign standard memorandums of understanding (MOUs) with key federal agencies, a departure from traditional transition practices. Instead, they are using private donations to fund their efforts, raising concerns about national security and government operations. The lack of MOUs, which facilitate access to federal resources and security clearances, could hinder the team's readiness to govern. Changes in transition requirements since 2016, including ethics disclosures, may be contributing to the team's hesitancy to sign these agreements.