Now that we know Donald Trump will return to the White House as President, it’s time for employers to take a look at what they might expect during his second term in office. We have gathered insights from some of our firm’s key thought leaders to provide their perspective on what President Trump will aim to accomplish when it comes to workplace law – and what employers can do to prepare. And for further analysis, make sure to register for our complimentary Fisher Phillips Post-Election Recap for Employers webinar on November 13.
Quick Word on What to Expect in D.C.
While Republicans will control the White House and the Senate, we’ll likely remain unsure which party will control the House for several more days or weeks. Regardless of which side prevails, that party will hold the House by a razor-thin majority, making major and controversial legislation unlikely. Even if the Republicans hold the House, their narrow majority will be a barrier to enacting anything that peels away even a handful of moderates. And Republican control of the Senate needs to be tempered given the potential of a Democrat filibuster on certain controversial decisions, which could prove just as much of an obstacle.
1. Returning to a Level Labor Relations Playing Field
In an unexpected twist, Trump made repeated appeals to organized labor on the campaign trail. Will those campaign overtures lead to more labor-friendly policies than we’re used to seeing from Republican leaders in the White House? While...
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