Transition Period Adjustments
Senior career diplomats at the were asked to resign, a common practice during presidential transitions, to make way for the incoming Trump's appointees.
Historically, some resignations have been deferred to maintain bureaucratic continuity, but this has not been the case for the Trump administration.
Impact on State Department Operations
Key positions, including acting Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs John Bass, were affected, with all under secretaries and assistant secretaries facing reassignment.
Career diplomats, despite the changes, will continue to play significant roles within the State Department, awaiting new presidential nominations.