Trump team signs agreement to allow Justice to conduct background checks on nominees, staff

The transcript discusses a memorandum of understanding that facilitates the Trump administration's transition. It allows for FBI background checks on appointees and grants the transition team access to federal information. However, there is uncertainty about how many candidates will undergo these checks.

Who is responsible for announcing the memorandum of understanding related to the new administration?

• The FBI Director

• The Vice President-elect

• President-elect Trump's chief of staff, Susie Wiles

• The Secretary of State

What is the primary purpose of the memorandum of understanding?

• To dissolve existing federal agencies

• To announce new cabinet members

• To prepare the incoming administration

• To establish new federal laws

What does the memorandum of understanding enable the Trump team to do?

• Seek FBI background checks on appointees

• Conduct public opinion surveys

• Hire new federal employees

• Change federal agency policies

What additional benefit does the memorandum provide to the transition team?

• Enhanced access to important information from federal agencies

• Access to classified military operations

• Authority to make executive orders

• Direct communication with foreign leaders

What remains unclear about Trump's candidates for leading various agencies?

• Their salary expectations

• How many will be submitted for FBI background checks

• Their previous work experience

• Their political affiliations