WASHINGTON — Project 2025, led by the far-right Heritage Foundation, is facing challenges as the organization’s head, Kevin Roberts, has decided to delay the release of his upcoming book until after the presidential election in November. The book, with the working title “Dawn’s Early Light,” was set to be published in September but has been postponed to allow Roberts to focus on supporting the reelection campaign of President Donald Trump and his running mate JD Vance.
Roberts, who recently took charge of Project 2025 amid criticism of its recommendations for a potential Trump administration, emphasized the importance of prioritizing the election over book promotion. Project 2025, an initiative by Heritage, outlines a conservative agenda for the future White House, including significant reforms such as reducing the federal workforce and restructuring various government agencies.
The book reportedly advocates for what the publisher describes as a “peaceful ‘Second American Revolution’” and suggests conservatives should target institutions like Ivy League colleges, the FBI, and the Department of Education. Despite not being directly affiliated with Project 2025, the book’s foreword by JD Vance echoes Roberts’ call for unity and preparedness for future political battles.
In response to the postponed book release, Democratic officials have raised concerns about the controversial nature of Project 2025 and its implications for the country’s future. House Democrats have requested a meeting with Kevin Roberts to discuss the group’s objectives and the undisclosed “fourth pillar” of their proposed 180-day action plan for the next administration.
Meanwhile, as the November election approaches, tensions between political parties are escalating, with both sides expressing strong views on the direction they believe the country should take. The Heritage Foundation has not indicated whether Roberts will meet with congressional members to address their inquiries about Project 2025.
With ongoing debates over the future of conservative policies and the impact on national governance, the decision to delay the publication of Roberts’ book reflects the intense political climate leading up to the upcoming presidential election and the growing scrutiny surrounding Project 2025’s objectives.
