Jakarta, CNBC Indonesia – President of the United States (US) Donald Trump has finally opened the door on the transition to President-elect Joe Biden’s administration. The US Public Service Administration (GSA) finally opened up federal resources for the transition after the blockade for weeks, Monday (23/11/2020) evening local time.
This is a big surprise. Even Trump, still rejecting Biden’s victory, acknowledged it was time for the GSA to “do what needs to be done”.
In her letter, GSA Head Emily Murphy said that she had released more than US $ 7 million in funds. Under federal law, the head of the GSA holds the power to exempt funds allocated for presidential transitional spending.
“Today’s decision is a necessary step to begin addressing the challenges facing our nation, including controlling the pandemic and getting our economy back on track,” Biden’s transition team said in a statement. CNBC International, Tuesday (24/11/2020).
“This final decision is the definitive administrative act to formally initiate the transition process with federal agencies.”
The GSA has been the target of public criticism and pressure as well as lawmakers, who have insisted on asking the agency to ensure Biden’s victory and allow his team to use the funds. The report about the softening of the GSA was first published CNN International.
Meanwhile on Twitter, Trump still refused to give up on the election results. “Our case continues, we will continue to fight well, and I am sure we will win!” leave on the @realDonaldTrump account.
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