GovExec Daily: Reducing Lobbyist and Corporate Influence

Most everyone agrees that lobbyists shouldn't be writing regulatory policy, but the revolving door of lobby shops, think thanks and government means that a lot of lobbyists and lobby-connected individuals end up in government, including senate-confirmed positions.

Some House Democrats are trying to change that. Last week, a group sent a letter to Senate leaders, urging them not to confirm any lobbyists or corporate clients or high-level executives from private corporations for appointments in the Trump or future presidential administrations. Courtney Bublé joined the program to discuss the letter and its implications.