On Tuesday, February 18, President Trump put out a new executive order related to the authority of independent agencies in the federal government. Such agencies work differently from other mainstream agencies; they do not have leadership as part of the president’s cabinet. This difference makes governance of its agency less influenced by the leading political party. The new executive order requires these independent agencies to work more closely with the White House. It requires affected agencies to submit new regulations to the White House; to set up White House liaison offices; and to regularly consult with and coordinate policies and priorities with the White House.
There are several agencies that fit this definition. I have listed only a few that may impact the lives of people who are blind or low vision:
The Federal Communications Commission
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
Federal Election Commission
Federal Labor Relations Authority
General Services Administration
National Archives and Records Administration
National Commission on Disability
The Social Security Administration
Posted on February 19th, 2025