The Transition of Power: A Shift from Florida to Washington
As Donald Trump prepares to return to the nation’s seat of power, his transition team is gradually shifting its epicenter from South Florida to Washington, DC. Key allies are working to assuage lawmakers’ concerns over some of his Cabinet picks, while others have relocated to the nation’s capital to prepare for Trump’s first actions in the Oval Office.
Trump’s advance team has moved operations to DC, where they are planning his second inauguration, to be held on January 20. The team, working out of the General Services Administration building, is touring venues for inaugural balls and other events in anticipation of the event.
Meanwhile, Trump-aligned groups are acquiring office space in DC, looking to capitalize on the president-elect’s win. Many of Trump’s loyal staff have also relocated to Washington, opting for new homes and building their staffs.
One Trump adviser explained that the reason for the transition is that Trump’s Cabinet picks have been selected, and the transition process is now focused on staffing up and figuring out where to live. The idea is to be as ready as possible for the transition to power.
Despite these preparations, Trump remains in Palm Beach, Florida, where he has been hosting foreign leaders and businessmen. He has also begun to make appearances, including at the New York Stock Exchange and the Army-Navy game on Saturday.
The final stages of the transition will focus on staffing up and getting ready for the president-elect’s arrival in Washington. For now, however, Mar-a-Lago remains Trump’s home base, where he has been hosting events, enjoying himself, and previewing his plans on social media.