Trump administration proposes NDAs for federal employees to stop leaks
The Trump administration is proposing that all federal employees sign non-disclosure agreements to prevent unauthorized leaks of information. This initiative is part of a broader effort to control the flow of sensitive information to the media. The Office of Personnel Management has noted several recent instances of leaks that have raised concerns within the administration.
- ▪The proposed NDAs aim to ensure federal employees acknowledge their legal obligations to protect confidential information.
- ▪The administration has cited specific cases where unauthorized disclosures occurred, including sensitive immigration enforcement details.
- ▪The crackdown on leaks has included controversial actions, such as the FBI seizing a reporter's electronic devices.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onTrump administration proposes NDAs for federal employees to stop leaksThe Trump administration is requesting comment on its plans to further crack down on what it calls the release of unauthorized information, as part of its continuing focus on leaks to the mediaByThe Associated PressMay 26, 2026, 1:17 PM1:23President Donald Trump, left, and Kevin Warsh arrive at a swearing-in ceremony for Warsh as Chairman of the Federal Reserve in the East Room of the White House, Friday, May 22, 2026, in Washington.
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