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Former President Donald Trump, who campaigned in 2016 on a promise to \u201cdrain the swamp,\u201d has intensified his efforts during his second term, according to a Washington Examiner<\/em> report. This renewed campaign has led to the removal of thousands of federal employees and regulators. While many voters support these actions, polling suggests the public believes there is still more work to be done.<\/p>\n

A new Rasmussen Reports poll shows that 62% of likely voters support Trump\u2019s pledge to drain the swamp, including 46% who say they \u201cstrongly agree.\u201d The support spans across party lines, with 50% of Democrats, 61% of Hispanics, and 46% of African Americans backing the initiative. However, only 45% of respondents believe Trump has been successful in delivering on his promise, while 48% say he has not.<\/p>\n

To push forward with the initiative, Trump created the \u201cDepartment of Government Efficiency,\u201d reportedly led by tech entrepreneur Elon Musk. The department is tasked with identifying and eliminating unnecessary federal agencies and positions. On Friday, Trump escalated his efforts by targeting longtime GOP adviser and vocal critic John Bolton.<\/p>\n

Inside federal agencies, the Trump administration has already begun implementing changes. VA Secretary Doug Collins announced a plan that would free up $45 million for veteran services by cutting through union-related staffing restrictions. Collins stated that the reforms would allow VA personnel to focus more on veterans\u2019 needs and national security.<\/p>\n

Trump\u2019s purge has also reached the FBI. This month, three senior officials\u2014Brian Driscoll, Steven Jensen, and Walter Giardina\u2014were fired, all reportedly connected to investigations related to the January 6 Capitol riot. In farewell letters, both Driscoll and Jensen acknowledged their removals while urging colleagues to remain dedicated to the mission of the FBI and the U.S. Constitution.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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