Problem: Please provide an evaluation and critique of the information in the paragraph(s) below.
Please provide two or three sources if you choose.
Bureaucracy in the United States has evolved from the State, Treasury, and War to the Pendleton Act in 1833, which introduced a merit system to ensure the best qualified individuals are hired. The executive, judicial, and legislative branches play a role in implementing laws and policies. While some argue for a merit-based system, others argue for equal employment. Examples of bureaucratic organizations include the USPS, IRS, VA, and The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease. President Donald Trump has been open about merit-based positions, signing executive orders that could potentially grant him the power to fire civil servants without cause. However, this approach may lead to individuals in government based on political values rather than qualifications. The Heritage Foundation article provides further insight into the organization's structure and its role in promoting efficiency and productivity.