Eliminating the Federal Executive Institute

Honest Title:

Weakening Gov Leadership

Constitutional Risk:
1
Signed by: Donald J. Trump
Signed: 2/10/2025
Last Updated: 2/21/2025
Executive Order

Summary

President Trump has eliminated the Federal Executive Institute (FEI), a decades-old leadership training program for federal employees. While framed as a cost-saving measure, this move raises concerns about weakening ethical leadership, devaluing expertise, and prioritizing loyalty over competence within the government. While the executive order itself may not be unconstitutional, its potential impact—particularly when combined with other actions targeting public health and equity—warrants scrutiny.