It has been close to three weeks since the conclusion of the 2020 election and over two weeks since major media outlets declared a winner. However, as of today, President-elect Joe Biden can formally commence the process of transitioning into the presidency.

The General Services Administration (GSA), an independent agency within the U.S. government responsible for managing various federal agencies, plays a pivotal role in facilitating the transfer of power between two U.S. presidents. This transition formally begins when the GSA designates an apparent election winner. Through this declaration, the GSA authorizes the release of federal funds for the transition process, which continues until the day of inauguration.

On November 23, 2020, Emily Murphy, the executive of the GSA, endorsed the transfer process, granting President-elect Biden the official go-ahead to prepare for his upcoming presidency.

In a notable shift in tone, President Trump took to Twitter on Monday, urging the GSA to initiate the transition proceedings for President-elect Biden’s administration. This marked a noteworthy level of cooperation, previously absent in the election proceedings.

President Trump’s tweets read, “Our case STRONGLY continues, we will keep up the good fight, and I believe we will prevail!… Nevertheless, in the best interest of our Country, I am recommending that Emily and her team do what needs to be done concerning initial protocols, and have told my team to do the same.”

GSA Chief Emily Murphy asserted that the decision to permit the start of the Biden transition was an independent one, notwithstanding President Trump’s recent tweets.

This development unfolded shortly after Michigan officially certified Joe Biden as the victor of the battleground state, reaffirming prior media projections.

In light of these developments, President-elect Biden’s team will now receive regular national security briefings, gain access to federal funding, and be provided with an official office space for use during the two-month transition period.